It's that time of year again. School and grades are starting to stress everyone out. Tests, papers, and projects just keep piling up and it seems like there isn't enough time in the day to handle anything. I tend to feel as if my professors believe that their class is the only one that matters, even though I have 4 other ones. I am not good at handling stress or anxiety, well. My go to solution is to pretend that I have no work to do at all, lay in my bed, and pull my covers over my face. Balancing school work, community service, my sorority, and the other clubs I am involved in, it really takes a lot out of me. I feel as if I am not strong enough to handle it all. When I feel like I'm drowning, I have to always remind myself that my Lifeguard walks on water.

There is nothing more satisfying than being able to talk to the One who loves you most. Jesus wants a close and personal relationship with all of us. Prayer is the most powerful tool we can use. Prayer releases His resources. Prayer brings peace of mind and peace of heart. Prayer strengthens your relationship with Jesus and opens up so many blessings. Prayer holds us accountable for our actions, makes up stop and think about where we are in life, and where we want to be. Jesus knows all of our worries, He knows all our hearts. No matter how unsure we are, whether it's with our relationship with Him or our ability to pray, He is always listening. Prayer is a personal thing and there is no right or wrong way to go about it. Start talking to Him.

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Philipians 4:6