Say goodbye to long nights, tropical days, and digging your toes in the sand because fall semester is just around the corner.
If you are a freshman and have a relationship with God, starting college can be a scary place to think about. So many questions could be running through your mind like "will I have any friends?" "what if nobody likes me?" and "will I meet anybody who I can share my faith with ?" Not only that but you are put in a new environment with unfamiliar surroundings, which could make sharing your faith potentially harder.
So you may ask yourself, how do I maintain a relationship with God in a place full of lost people ?
Here are a few 5 steps how:
1. Plug Yourself into Campus Ministries
During the opening week of your University, more than likely your school will have a street fair and there you will see tons of clubs to join as well as different ministries your campus has to offer
2. Read Your Bible
I know this could be hard to do every day but begin just reading a couple verses three times a week and eventually every day. I recommend getting into the word in the morning because you are fueling yourself with the truth, so you start your day with a clear mind. This will also give you the motivation you need to share the gospel by telling your friends what you have done that day.
3. Listen to Sermons
This one took me awhile to start doing but once I got into the habit of doing it, I found it very refreshing and uplifting. Listening to sermons has helped me better grasp scripture in a new perspective in my time alone with God. Below are a few pastors I personally enjoy listening to:
JD Greear
Steven Furtick
Joyce Meyer
John Piper
4. Pray
When you pray, you have a connection with God and your speaking with him directly. Pray when you are struggling with something as little as a test to personally struggles. Pray for others such as your family and friends. Pray to God when he blesses you or a miracle happens. Trust me, he will answer your prayers it might not be your timing but it will be God's timing.
5. Share Your Faith
This used to be so hard for me to do because I was worried people would judge me for my beliefs and would not accept me, but now I know God is enough. Remember you don't have to shove it downs people's throats because that will give people the wrong impression. Instead, talk about God's love and compassion this alone will lead to further conversations about God and lead to sharing the gospel.
These steps will guide you on how to maintain your faith on campus as well as building you relationship with God. When having a relationship with someone you want to spend time with them, talk to them, and tell everyone about them. These five steps alone has helped me survive college and has allowed me to maintain a good group of Christian friends.
