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Never forget that you are a child of God.

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When I was younger, my days seemed short and a year seemed like such a long time. As an adult, my years now seem short and my days seem to drag on. Where does the time go? As Ferris Bueller once said, "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it." It seems like in a blink of an eye, my little sister has become an adult and has now graduated from high school.

I wanted to remind you, little sister, and all graduates as you head to college that you are a child of God. No one expects you to be perfect, but know that you are perfect in God's eyes. My college experience has taught me that life isn't perfect and helped me to realize the importance of relying on God. I pray that you also grow closer in your relationship with God. Take this time in college to truly get to know God and yourself.

To help get you started, I have compiled a list of some of my favorite Bible quotes that have helped motivate me and remind me of who I am as a child of God.

1. Jeremiah 29:11

2. Psalm 139:14

"I praise you, because I am wonderfully made; wonderful are your works! My very self you know."

3. Deuteronomy 31:6

"Be strong and steadfast; have no fear or dread of them, for it is the Lord, your God who marches with you; he will never fail you or forsake you."

4. Colossians 3:23

"Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord and not for others"

5. Philippians 4:13

6. 1 Timothy 4:12

"Let no one have contempt for your youth, but set an example for those who believe, in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity."

7. Isaiah 6:8

8. Job 23:10

"Yet he knows my way; if he tested me, I should come forth like gold."

9. Isaiah 45:2-3

"I will go before you and level the mountains... I will give you treasures of darkness, riches hidden away, That you may know I am the Lord, the God of Israel, who calls you by name."

10. Isaiah 43:19

"See, I am doing something new! Now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? In the wilderness I make a way, in the wasteland, rivers."

11. 2 Corinthians 5:7

12. Esther 4:14

"Who knows-perhaps it was for a time like this that you became queen?"

13. Proverbs 19:20-21

"Listen to counsel and receive instruction, that you may eventually become wise. Many are the plans of the human heart, but it is the decision of the Lord that endures."

14. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

"There is an appointed time for everything, and a time for every affair under the heavens. A time to give birth, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to uproot the plant."

15. Proverbs 31:25

16. 2 Chronicles 15:7

"But as for you, be strong and do not slack off, for there shall be a reward for what you do."

17. Luke 1:38

"Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word."

18. Joshua 1:9

"I command you: be strong and steadfast! Do not fear nor be dismayed, for the Lord, your God, is with you wherever you go."

I pray that you fully realize and remember that you are a beloved child of God. I pray that college will be an enriching experience for you and that God will guide you and show you the plans He has for you. I can't wait to see what life has in store for you!

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Never forget that you are a child of God.

1. Jeremiah 29:11

2. Psalm 139:14

3. Deuteronomy 31:6

4. Colossians 3:23

5. Philippians 4:13

6. 1 Timothy 4:12

7. Isaiah 6:8

8. Job 23:10

9. Isaiah 45:2-3

10. Isaiah 43:19

11. 2 Corinthians 5:7

12. Esther 4:14

13. Proverbs 19:20-21

14. Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

15. Proverbs 31:25

16. 2 Chronicles 15:7

17. Luke 1:38

18. Joshua 1:9

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

It's mandatory to have these conversations.

1. What do you do for a living?

2. What's your favorite color?

3. Do you have any siblings?

4. What's your favorite television show?

5. When is your birthday?

6. What's your biggest goal in life?

7. If you had three wishes granted to you by a genie, what would they be?

8. What's your favorite childhood memory?

9. If you could change one thing about your life, what would it be?

10. Are you a cat or a dog person?

11. Do you believe in a religion or any sort of spiritual power?

12. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

13. What is your ideal date night?

14. Who was/is your celebrity crush?

15. What's a good way to cheer you up if you're having a bad day?

16. Do you have any tattoos?

17. Can you describe yourself in three words?

18. What makes you the most nervous in life?

19. What's the best gift you have ever received?

20. What do you do to relax/have fun?

21. What are your priorities at this phase of your life?

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