What is my Identity?
On my flight back to Perth, I watched an Interview with Jeremy Lin and his Mom. They shared about the journey and challenges that Jeremy faced as an NBA player. I gained insight and my admiration for Jeremy grew as I was inspired to find my 'identity' that God had created for me to enjoy eternal joy from Him. It is important to make God the reason for Everything you do. Jeremy shared that at times, he get carried away and is affected by the games he play. When he plays well, he experiences happiness (that is short term) and when he plays badly, he is angry and disappointed. He realized that he was playing for the wrong reasons and he decided to play for an audience of one, God.
Jeremy also shared a verse that encourages him through tough times.
" Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit whom He has given us." Romans 5: 3-5
After watching Jeremy Lin's interview, I had an 'identity crisis'. I was determined to find out what my identity was and I am making a point to let God be the reason for the things I do.
I must say, it feels great when you let God lead you. I am quite pleased with the results I got back so far. The mark ranges from 71 - 85 for the various subjects. I remembered struggling through Math Specialist. I failed various tests leading up to the exam. I remembered crying in the chapel because I found it so hard and I was so frustrated because no matter how hard I practiced and prepared for the tests, I always failed by 1-4 marks. I remembered doing so many practices papers and told myself even if I failed this exam, I already gave my best and I won't cry. I committed the Math Specialist exam to God and forgot about it after I sat for it.
I kinda broke my promise to myself because I cried... Don't get me wrong. I did not fail the exam. Instead, I achieved a 71%. I was so shocked and happy. I cried because I could not believe that I actually passed. I am really thankful to God for seeing me through my exams and teaching me to trust and lean upon him for strength. I am still waiting to get back my English and Politics & Law exam papers back.
Through it all, I am still searching for my identity...
Jeremy also shared a verse that encourages him through tough times.
" Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit whom He has given us." Romans 5: 3-5
After watching Jeremy Lin's interview, I had an 'identity crisis'. I was determined to find out what my identity was and I am making a point to let God be the reason for the things I do.
I must say, it feels great when you let God lead you. I am quite pleased with the results I got back so far. The mark ranges from 71 - 85 for the various subjects. I remembered struggling through Math Specialist. I failed various tests leading up to the exam. I remembered crying in the chapel because I found it so hard and I was so frustrated because no matter how hard I practiced and prepared for the tests, I always failed by 1-4 marks. I remembered doing so many practices papers and told myself even if I failed this exam, I already gave my best and I won't cry. I committed the Math Specialist exam to God and forgot about it after I sat for it.
I kinda broke my promise to myself because I cried... Don't get me wrong. I did not fail the exam. Instead, I achieved a 71%. I was so shocked and happy. I cried because I could not believe that I actually passed. I am really thankful to God for seeing me through my exams and teaching me to trust and lean upon him for strength. I am still waiting to get back my English and Politics & Law exam papers back.
Through it all, I am still searching for my identity...
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