This Monday we visited Dallas Baptist University (DBU), where I am currently studying. The campus itself is beautiful and infused with Christian symbols. Stained glass, scripture lined benches, and saint statues scatter the grounds. Most of the buildings are modeled after historical landmarks, which make for beautiful white pillars and brick walls. The student houses are pastel colored, cookie cutter style homes all lined up like a perfect row of Easter eggs. Even the campus eateries are hidden in majestic buildings. The exterior proudly showcases a colonial style building but inside Chick Fil A serves chicken sandwiches. One would never guess!
My studies are incredible. Two weeks in, and I am challenged, encouraged, and provoked to deep thought. My professors prove to be caring and highly intelligent.
Each week, I participate in discussion boards for the courses, which enable student engagement and interaction. In one class in particular, the first discussion post quite intimidated me because several of my classmates have much more life experience and wisdom. Many shared their years of service in ministry or pastoral care. I have great opportunity to learn from, not only my professor, but also my classmates. My nerves were soon calmed as I received encouraging responses, reminding me to trust or persevere.
As students we have amazing opportunity to worship together in our learning. By participating in a community discussion board we can remind one another of our faith and the truth of Christ. Colossians 3:16 reads, "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God."
May you worship with the same manner Paul speaks of, with a mindfulness of others. May the fellowship you partake encourage and enrich your understanding of Christ.
All my love,
Gennavieve
Each week, I participate in discussion boards for the courses, which enable student engagement and interaction. In one class in particular, the first discussion post quite intimidated me because several of my classmates have much more life experience and wisdom. Many shared their years of service in ministry or pastoral care. I have great opportunity to learn from, not only my professor, but also my classmates. My nerves were soon calmed as I received encouraging responses, reminding me to trust or persevere.
As students we have amazing opportunity to worship together in our learning. By participating in a community discussion board we can remind one another of our faith and the truth of Christ. Colossians 3:16 reads, "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God."
May you worship with the same manner Paul speaks of, with a mindfulness of others. May the fellowship you partake encourage and enrich your understanding of Christ.
All my love,
Gennavieve
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