God is so good

in the midst of finals week, i do find myself pretty tired this evening, and it's not even late. sadly, i've only taken one test so far... wish i didn't have 4 more to take... ah, but it is all part of the game. today i spent almost the entire day studying - just a couple of short breaks, yet i am content with the result. i feel adequately prepared for the time being, so that is great. the truly wonderful thing is, however, that despite my "good effort" or whatever you want to call it, the real reason for this current state of well being can be completely attributed to God. yesterday i realized my attitude toward this week was horribly wrong - i was dreading all the work i had to do, wanting to "just be done," and basically was being a jerk. then God patiently and lovingly nudged me, whispering, "jessi... what have we been working on? your goal has been to embrace each day, not to waste them. and working hard to perform well on your finals is an opportunity I'm giving you to be obedient to Me." so, after being rather upset with myself, i sat down and took a few moments to pray and ask God to really help me this week. that He'd give me motivation and diligence. that i'd seek ways to be a blessing to others. that i would take the days one at a time and be thankful for each of them, for they mark the end of an amazing, growth-filled year... where i learned so, so much (more so out of the classroom, mind you... lol). anyway, i am truly grateful for the way God's revealing to me that He is working in me this week. what a blessing! i again am taken aback by His abundant love and mercy. what an incredible God we have!!