Authenticity

Recently, I've had the privilege to interview Brad Moss for an assignment in my Church Leadership class, and I have gained a TON of wisdom from not only this assignment, but just from him in general. The biggest piece of advice he gave me while he was being interviewed was that he was finally enjoying people for who they are, not who we expect them to be.

One of the biggest struggles I've faced in recent years, especially here at Spring Arbor is finding and fostering relationships, and learning that it is a two way streak. I can be as intentional as I want, but if the other person just doesn't want the relationship with me, I have to let it go. I have learned that there is absolutely nothing I can do if the other person doesn't want what I want in the relationship. I'm not even talking about dating relationships right now, just to clarity.

Authenticity is the key to life
Authenticity forces relationships to foster
Relationships thrive when authentic
That is when pure, deep love for others comes.

what a great lesson for me to learn.


Speaking of Authentic; here are some legit people who I've befriended as of late:

that is the only picture I could find of them together. Meet Michael and Kyle. Two blessings, let me tell you. I've had the privilege of invading their room at least once a day, and getting to know them. Two authentic people seeking a deep, loving relationship with the Creator. I've learned so much just from being around them this last month or so, and I can't wait to see what else I'll learn from them.

Two neato people, thats for sure. I love them both.

Here's to all of you readers. I love ya! Sorry it's been so long. If I wrote out everything I'm learning, I'd have a book. I don't like to read, so why would I write a book?