December 22, 2008

From a place far west.....

I have been involved in Ambassadors for ten years. Looking back to when I first entered school, I had a difficult time adapting to the college life. I also knew that my faith was not build on the toughest foundations and was afraid that I would fall away. I wanted to go to U of I or UIC where there were reputable campus ministries to grow my faith. However, God had other plans. He led me to see that sometimes, you must fight for your own faith and blessings. I was too accustomed to being taught everything and 'spoon fed'.

When I came to NIU, God showed me that if I wanted to get to know him, I would have to take the initiative. It was not the easiest thing. Many times, I wanted to transfer out, but God somehow reeled me back in. I often ask God how I was going to do well in a place like this, where very few strong churches or campus ministries exist on campus. Every time I ask of that from God, He would ask me to fill in the gap instead. I realized how selfish I was. I grow by not what God can do for me, but I should evaluate why God has sent me here. What purpose does he have for me where I am and what can I do for his glory?

He flicked on a light switch in me...and helped me to realize that He has a purpose as to why I was in NIU.

Sherman Lee
NIU Ambassadors

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November 10, 2008

A Timely Reminder

I hope all is well with y'all! I'm at Ft. Benning, GA enjoying Army life in a barracks with wasps, a and temperatures around 75 degrees. Because of Veteran's Day, I have the day off, and I was listening to this song and it reminded me of some of our times at Tuba City. I just wanted to send you guys this song as a blessing and a reminder of God's faithfulness at a time of our lives....wherever you are, it's always good to reflect on God's faithfulness.


Like the Israelites of old who reference the great movements of God and clung to His promises, I hope to encourage you guys!

Revelations 21:1-5 "Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, "Now the dwelling of God is with men, and he will live with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." He who was seated on the throne said, "I am making everything new!" Then he said, "Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true."

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Jason Kim
Pastor of College-Age Ministry

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