First of all I must apologize to anyone who may choose to read this for not posting for about three weeks straight. School has been busier than expected, and work more copious. I should be lucky to have even two or three people ever return to this blog.
In one sense, all of my classes are as I expected, for I do enjoy all of them, and the one about which I was slightly skeptical has turned out to be quite thought-provoking and one of my favorite topics of discussion.
In another sense my schoolwork is different than I expected. Although I knew this semester would involve a lot of work, I did not anticipate the huge chunk of time it would use of my schedule. I want to work really hard at my classes, especially at Latin and Hebrew, since the faculty of these languages is something I desire to maintain for the rest of my life. This last week I came to the realization that I will not be able to spend equal time with my studies and friends; I will have to spend more time studying than socializing. Instead of a 50/50 balance, it will have to be something like 70/30 or 80/20. For me this was a harsh understanding to come to.
If I need your prayers for anything, it is for diligence in study and increased ability in time management. These are my biggest hurdles right now. However I thank God for these challenges, because I know they will bring me into maturity.
Before the beginning of the semester I asked Dr. Chris Bounds, Professor of Theology, if he would be willing to mentor me this Fall Semester. I have met with him three or four times so far, and words cannot express the value of his willingness to invest in me. He has been such a good listener and advisor, and has not been afraid to truly keep me accountable. He seems to know the best way to respond to people where they are. Each time I have met with him I have learned something new.
There is much more to be related, but for the sake of proper and proportionate thought, I will include any other updates in the next few entries.
