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So my friend Crystal and I went to Galveston this past weekend. It was a random, spontaneous trip, and when we were leaving at 4am so that we could see the sunrise I wondered why in the world we thought this was a good idea. It was a great time, though, and spent with an equally as great friend! I was reminded today of another reason for our trip, though. The Lord showed me something that I was supposed to share with my friend today!
Our trip to Galveston was early, and we didn't even see the sunrise because it was so foggy, but it was amazing to see a part of history. There were some buildings that were completely restored and back to normal but some that were missing whole walls or even just the stairs left leading up to a non-existent beach house. What a terrible disaster. Crystal and I made the most of it though, and tried to take some cool pictures for my graduation invitations 
but it was insanely windy! We were walking on the beach just far enough into the ocean that only an inch or two covers your feet, or the occasional bigger wave that goes up to your shins. I ran a little ahead with Pnut trying to get her to exercise and I sensed the kind of peace that only comes upon you when you're thinking about the Lord. (I imagine this is a lame worldly version of what it was like for Adam and Eve to walk and talk with God in the cool of the evening) Then I looked out in the ocean and in my heart I said, "Lord, thank you for making such an amazing world! It is so beautiful! (yes, even Galveston! -- I didn't think the Galveston comment then, but just now I did) Show me something about you! I am here!" And at that moment I felt refreshed by the water on my feet and I was reminded of how the Lord molds us and teaches us.It is like the waves! The ocean is so huge, and just this little bit at a time is coming up to the surface. If He threw it all at us at once, we wouldn't be able to handle it! It would be way too overwhelming, and the results would be catastrophic! It would be a HURRICANE! Man! The Lord really knows what he's doing, eh? Almost everyday I'm remdinded of how glad I am that God is WAYYYYYY smarter than me. I mean, there's no way I could have come up with giraffes! ;)
Sorry it has been a while (to the three people that are our "followers") haha. Anyways, we just have been getting ready for our spring break missions trip to Mexico City! We are excited to go back and see the same students and missionaries again. One missionary Josh Amiot, is even making a trip down there for us even though he is in the states with his family. There just must be something about that Sam Houston Chi Alpha!Some info about Mexico City:Mexico City is the most important economic, industrial, and cultural center in the country, and the most populous city. It is the largest metropolitan area in the western hemisphere and the third largest in the world by population (19.2 Million people). The main religion is Roman Catholicism, which is heavily influenced by the Aztec cult beliefs. Instead of staying true to the Spanish Catholicism, they combined the faiths creating a gothic, dark religion.There are over 3 MILLION university students! The National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) is the second oldest university in the Americas, established in 1551. Three Nobel laureates, several Mexican entrepreneurs and most of Mexico’s modern-day presidents are among its former students. This means that the college campus is the most influential place in the whole city. What an amazing opportunity to meet the most influential people in the country!For many Chi Alpha students, this is their first mission trip. We will be serving with the already established ministry called Jovenes con Decision (Youth with a decision) through relational evangelism and school assemblies. It is always amazing the friendships we make and the lives that are changed each year. It is very eye opening to go to a city with so many people, and realizing that God really is after each and every one of their hearts. No soul is insignificant.Please be praying for divine appointments and spirit lead conversations next week! We are leaving early Sunday the 8th and coming back the following Saturday.Here are some pics from our trip last year:
Praying over the city ... while over the city :)
Our whole team the last day. We got to visit some pyramids!
The best looking couple in Mexico!
Hanging with some students
Some of the gals
A few of our close friends have started a blog on this website, so I figured I'd give it a go! I think it'll be a great way to share what is happening once we move to Colorado in August. We are excited to have the opportunity to be part of the team to help pioneer a Chi Alpha on the CSU campus. I'm going to do my best to post pictures, tell stories, and possibly include some random entries about what the Lord is speaking to us. I really enjoy reading what my friends write in their blogs, so I hope you enjoy ours as well! More entries to come!Courtney
but it was insanely windy! We were walking on the beach just far enough into the ocean that only an inch or two covers your feet, or the occasional bigger wave that goes up to your shins. I ran a little ahead with Pnut trying to get her to exercise and I sensed the kind of peace that only comes upon you when you're thinking about the Lord. (I imagine this is a lame worldly version of what it was like for Adam and Eve to walk and talk with God in the cool of the evening) Then I looked out in the ocean and in my heart I said, "Lord, thank you for making such an amazing world! It is so beautiful! (yes, even Galveston! -- I didn't think the Galveston comment then, but just now I did) Show me something about you! I am here!" And at that moment I felt refreshed by the water on my feet and I was reminded of how the Lord molds us and teaches us.
