My Church

A place that has played a significant role in my life and has influenced my decisions up to this point in my life has been my church. In this place I find comfort and people who I can relate to. The church that I have grown accustomed to has become like a giant family to me. If I have a problem or need someone to talk to, I feel that I can approach anyone in the church for support.
My church has a certain warmth to it. As you walk in you can just feel the warmth from the people inside as they smile and greet themselves to you. Immediately a stranger is welcomed in just like they have been a member of the church for several years. I know it is only human for people to judge; but one thing that is great about our church is that we treat everyone as equal. No one is perfect and as a member I can second that, so everyone in the church loves to see new visitors.
I love the friendly environment our church displays. I am excited to get up on Sunday mornings to see family, friends, and to praise our creator. Music that fills the sanctuary adds to the excitement of Jesus’ second coming and the promise of a life better than the present one. On Sundays you can hear the excitement in everyone’s voices as they sing to God. When I see over 200 people raising their voices to the heavens it gives me a promising feeling.
My church has become a place in my life that has grown to me. There are times in my life where I feel like I am not good enough to go to church, especially if I have done something stupid the night before. But one thing is for sure is that I will be welcomed the same every Sunday no matter what, people are always there with arms wide open and are there to forgive those who need guidance. That is why it is always easy to show up there on Sundays; I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else!
I believe that church has made me a better person today. I have learned a lot about loving, caring, and supporting those in times of trials. Church has helped me focus more on people and what really matters in life. I think being Christ-centered has helped me realize my place here on earth and how I can contribute in a positive way to those around me. There is always someone out there looking for a friend or someone to talk to and I feel that is what I do the best. Church all together has made me a more well rounded person.
Church in general makes me feel whole and content with where I am in my life. I feel good with where I am in my journey of life and I know God has a plan for me. Church has helped give me the confidence to spread the good word of Jesus Christ! So I feel like I have a purpose in this life something many people search for but don’t know how to get.
I feel very fortunate to have a church like mine where every member is like family. Every time I go back home everyone wonders how college is going; everyone cares so much about how things are going for me. Sometimes it feels as if they care more about my life than their own. I have to admit I don’t think about others like most of the members do in my church; which is quite selfish of me. It goes to show the unity we have amongst the members at our church.
I have many goals for the future of my church. I would like to get involved in leadership positions or just by being an active member. I feel that getting involved in my church is important, especially after everything that they have done for me. I believe that I owe that to my church and community for their active support in my life’s activities.
By coming to Iowa State University I have devoted myself to becoming involved in many activities and leadership positions. This will help prepare me for my future plans either in church or in the agricultural field. My church is always looking for those who want to volunteer their time to help others and Iowa State is helping me move in that right direction. Being able to manage my time well here at college will also help prepare me for managing my time well in both my job and helping the church.
Meeting people is one of the most important aspects of life. By meeting people you can broaden your horizons and theirs. You can even change someone’s life by giving them hope, by friendship or just a positive attitude. Every time you meet someone there is a purpose behind it; it is our duty to figure out how we are going to react to the situation we are given with that person. Opening up to many new people here at college can only benefit you in the long run, so get out and be social!