Matthew 19:16-30

"Jesus answered, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” When the young man heard this, he went away sad, because he had great wealth" - Matthew 19: 21-22.

As I worked on the final paper for my Philosophy of Ministry Distance Ed. in it I worked through what I see myself doing in the future. I honestly do not have a direct path. I have always wanted to work with high risk individuals those struggling with drug or alcohol, those with HIV/AIDs, or those who are without a home. I believe that God saved me from a life of destruction and called me to use what was evil for good. He called me to use my story, to reach people that others may not. My heart aches for those in need.

Whenever I read Mother Teresa's quote "The true meaning of love is sacrifice", I am reminded of the rich ruler and I wonder what am I willing to give and I do hope it is everything. It is a challenging question though. So I ask what are you willing to give for those in need. Would you part from everything you own? Would you take less so you could give more? I hope I do, I always want to be giving more than I take. As I am two days away from graduation and heading towards the next step of my life I am confident in Christ and that He will direct my path. I plan to head to Toronto in September at the latest, and see what happens next!

Since I am now a confirmed graduate I will finally allow my pictures to be seen :)

Andrew Goodwin Photography

- T.