Philippians 4

Philippians 4:3-9
Yes, and I ask you, loyal yokefellow, help these women who have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life. Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy- think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me- put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. 

Paul's exhortation to the Philippians is just as applicable to me. As a follower of Christ I should be helping others in their work for the advance of the Gospel. I should value my relationships and to treat them like how Jesus would: gentle, understanding, helpful. I should be thankful for everything that happens, no matter how good or bad it seems because there is always a reason for it happening. I should only be thinking about things that will not make me stumble into sin because I am striving to be more like Christ.

All of this matters even more since I started attending a new school. In the midst of developing friendships with people in my program, I hope to be a light and that God will touch their hearts if they haven't been touched yet.

Philippians 4:11
I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 

This is hard, but when you look in retrospect and see how God has taught you in your moments- especially in the bad times- you realize how amazing God is at helping you become a better and stronger person.

Philippians 4:13
I can do everything through him who gives me strength.

Yes I can. God provides, it's a trait that is very evident in all aspects of your life. Energy to study. Money to buy. Friends to socialize with. A church community for support. These are all blessings from our God.