I Want a New Cookie Cutter
As my husband and I were walking the other night around our apartment complex, I realized that I want a new cookie cutter. Growing up I dreamed of the Cinderella fairy tale; getting married, having children, living in a nice large home with comfort and stability, and living happily ever after. There is only one problem with that scenario. God does not call us or me to a life of comfort and stability. God calls us to live radically. And the more I realize that, the less I want to live the typical American “Cookie Cutter” life.
Finding My Value in Christ, Not in Material Things
As Aaron and I are preparing for Africa, I am realizing the things in life that matter the most to me. The small things that I used to idolize are slowly fading away, and the closer I am growing towards Christ. We have been literally giving away almost everything that we own, and it has honestly been the most humbling and rewarding thing that I have ever done. As much as I thought that I was not a materialistic person, I still placed value and meaning in my life through these material things that I have had for so many years. As I was giving things away, I realized that I could give everything away and still have peace and contentedness because I have Christ in my heart.
I know that Africa is going to change my heart and that is exactly what I want. I yearn to be more Christ-like in a way that I never thought possible.
Filed under: Uncategorized on July 12th, 2008
Nichole - the new website looks great! Keep it up!
Nichole, you and Aaron are poised on a Great ledge. In the Red River Gorge there is a “jump off rock” that is about 20 feet from the water. It’s frightening but the water is great once you jump in. So Jump in! And fulfill the Great Commission.