God works in incredible ways.

I think I always knew this fact, it was always buried somewhere in my brain. The concept that God's plan is good no matter how I feel about it. But for the first time, I really truly believed this. If you actually read more than one of my blogs you would know that earlier this year God rocked my world. He closed a door on my life that I thought was a 100% guaranteed and this week I realized why He closed that door. If I had walked through that door I never would have never met some of the most amazing people in the world, and some friends that are very dear to my heart. I never would have gotten the opportunity to go to Washington D.C. and represent Oklahoma as a Girls Nation senator. And I never would have realized that I'm going to double major in Political Science along with FACSED (which is a totally crazy and unthinkable match). But now that I not only know, but believe, that God's plan is way better than my own, I can grasp (barely) the idea of being open to the change He has in store for me. Beginning to really believe in God's plan is just another way of Him showing His faithfulness to me, and a reminder of what it means to willingly follow Him with all that I have. This past week was a very important anniversary for me, the one year celebration of my baptism. One year ago I dedicated my life fully to Christ. And I can wholeheartedly say that was the single best decision I have ever made! Because of this I have been able to work for God's kingdom in ways I didn't even realize. Recently (like 3 days ago recent), one of my friends decided to give her life to Christ. There are no words that could ever translate the excitement and abundance of joy I have knowing that she found the best thing one can go through life with. And getting to this point was unbelievably hard for her. I know that she had amazing obstacles to overcome to find Him, but she truly is one of the strongest people I know and I never doubted she would reach this point. I am so blessed by the friendship she brings into my life. I know there are days where I could kill her, and there have been times when I would have given anything to protect her, but through all of it I'm so thankful God was there. I know that God used me along with so many others to show her that she is so worth the fight, that she truly is loved and that she will never stand alone. I know that God is showing His faithfulness to her by leading her to this point, I know that He will do unimaginable things for His kingdom through her and I can't wait to see how He continues to be faithful.

"The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." Lamentations 3:22-23  

I am contiuously amazed by God's willingness to fulfill His promise of faithfulness to us. His timing is certainly not on our schedule but I know that it truly is perfect, I know He knows what He's doing. I hope that you can see all the amazing things God has brought to you, and I pray that you continue to praise His faithfulness.

With lots of love and excitement for the future,

 Kaitlyn