Anchored Student Ministry

What’s up Anchored Students!

What a crazy year we have faced! And now, in some shape or from, we head back to school! I know you have begun classes online and may soon be back on campus. It has been an unpredictable year and the future is uncertain. I know all these unknowns can stir up some anxiety. A new school year can be exciting! A new adventure awaits you with the possibility of exciting new memories to come. Some of you are attending a new school, and with that comes anxiety and a sense of wonder. There is also anxiety that comes with moving up a new grade, and a whole lot of pressure—harder classes, more homework. And many of you have the future in mind as with the added pressure of preparing for college. Does this new school year have you feeling anxious? Do you desire more for this year than last year? Are you looking for adventure? Is there a sense of wonder that is stirring in your hearts? What will this year bring for you?

Joshua 1:9 says, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." Joshua was taking on a big task! And God told him many times to be courageous! What great reminder! How encouraging is it to read these words? This school year, take heart that as you walk through bad days, work on tough projects, try out for something extracurricular, or face the drama that comes with schools and relationship. Just as God was with Joshua, He will walk through it all with you. He is with you wherever you go, and He will be with you through whatever you face.

Let me add this final thought. It's advice from the apostle Paul in Philippians 4:6, “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.” Let’s make this year a year of prayer! Use this year, and all that will come with it, as a chance to deepen your prayer life with God. Who knows? This just might become one of the greatest years of your life.

Don’t be anxious. Remember, God is with you. Don’t be anxious. Instead, pray. I will be praying for you and praying with you, and I will always be here to remind you about how awesome our God is.

Love you guys!!
-Zack