Things have been rough for me at school. Without going into too many details, I feel that Satan is really trying to discourage me. I have been letting him win for a while - not intentionally - simply because I was sitting back and taking it. Also, I was not putting on my armor. Well, this spring break has been wonderful for me because I have used this time to renew my effort in protecting myself against the evil one by being more intentional in my prayer life and devotions. I am also praying (and you can pray with me) to find just the right place for me next year. My school is closing so I have been trying to get a job somewhere else for next year. I really feel I should stay in my school system as I do not feel God has called me out of it yet. That said, as I was reading my devotions tonight, the Lord brought me Proverbs 16:1-9. I believe I am going to commit it to memory. It goes like this: Proverbs 16 1 To man belong the plans of the heart,
but from the LORD comes the reply of the tongue. 2 All a man's ways seem innocent to him,
but motives are weighed by the LORD. 3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do,
and your plans will succeed. 4 The LORD works out everything for his own ends—
even the wicked for a day of disaster. 5 The LORD detests all the proud of heart.
Be sure of this: They will not go unpunished. 6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for;
through the fear of the LORD a man avoids evil. 7 When a man's ways are pleasing to the LORD,
he makes even his enemies live at peace with him. 8 Better a little with righteousness
than much gain with injustice. 9 In his heart a man plans his course,
but the LORD determines his steps. The Lord has a plan for me. And in the midst of that plan if I need to continue to fear the Lord and even my enemies will be at peace with me. God has my steps planned out and I can plan all I want but the Lord will guide the direction for me to go in. Please pray for me to have wisdom and strength. It is going to be a tough rest of the year and I covet your prayers. Thanks! | 
