I finished another week of school today; technically my last week and day of school. HOW CRAZY!!! My time in China is quickly ticking away. I have one more weekend here, an exam, 2 papers, one day to pack, and then I'm back to the States.
China has been absolutely fabulous. I've had a lot of time to think about who I am, who I want to be and who I am called to be. I know, without a doubt, that God has great things in store for me. As sad as I am to leave, I'm ready to get back home and see my loved ones; ready to be able to talk/see my family and friends any time I want to; ready to take the next step in this journey that is life knowing full and well my God and Savior guides my every step. Time in this vastly non-religious country far away from home has reminded me of what is most important. First and foremost, God; may I never forget His will, His majesty, His daily presence in my life, His grace and mercy, Him. Second, God's call on my life. I've come face to face with the necessity to serve as Christ served, give, bless, and live not for myself but for my neighbor. I've realized that, for me, to serve is life and is the very thing that gives me purpose and reason to continue on living. Lastly, I've learned to appreciate the loved ones God has placed in my life. Selfless love is a prized gift. Previously, I've never said enough, showed enough, or reciprocated enough to the people in my life who love me above themselves and who would sacrifice themselves for me. This type of love and this type of person are more valuable than the biggest houses, most expensive diamonds, and best careers. May I remember such and love and appreciate them as I should upon my return to the States.
God has given us life so that we can live it; and not just live but live to the fullest. I earnestly pray that daily and hourly I remember God, His promises, His call on my life to serve, His call to place others before myself, His greatest sacrifice, and the freedom from this sacrifice that allows me to truly live.
May God Bless You in this Joyous Season of Our Savior's Birth,
Kendall Kash
"'For I know the plans I have for you", declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'"--Jeremiah 29:11
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full."--John 10:10
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