My first few days of life in Montana have been very refreshing. Upon arriving here and meeting with staff and students I have really felt like I am in the right place. Our group (including staff) is made up of 16 students coming from 10 different countries in the world! I have another Canadian brother here from Saskatchewan so thats pretty awesome. I feel so privileged to be able to take time and attend this school with such a diverse group.
Today we had our first lecture from a man named Bob Fitts. You may have heard of him as he has written a lot of 'mainstream' Christian worship songs. It was a privilege to hear him share his journey from becoming a passionate musician to a sold-out worship leader whose influence has become world-wide. He encouraged us in our dreams and reminded us that God is the one who places the dreams we have in our hearts and that he is faithful even when we are faithless. This was a comforting reminder to me who is constantly bombarded by own expectations. I think we need to do our part in obeying what God has called us to do but ultimately it is Him who orchestrates the opportunities, talents and people he chooses to put in our path. I'm looking forward to hearing more from him the rest of the week.
I have my first one-on-one vocal lesson tomorrow so I'm pretty pumped! Montana is so beautiful I will try and take more pictures.
Thanks for your prayers and support, this will be a rich season.
"he who has called you is faithful and he will surely do it" (fulfill His call by hallowing and keeping you)
learning to worship!
-Jer