Out of My Comfort Zone

Since I have moved to East Tennessee to pursue my Master of Science in Nursing degree, I have found this place very tranquil. I find myself able to think clearer and process my thoughts quicker. There is something about the mountains that is so relaxing. God has brought me to this place, and I believe for a reason. I know no one but my classmates and some of the LMU staff. He brought me here because of the fact that I can think clearer and process thoughts clearer. He wants me to find Him! What I mean by that is that I am out in His creation learning the fullness of God and how to be obedient to Him. I don't have the distractions of work, knowing everyone, and the city life. I am truly out of my comfort zone, but for a very good reason. True I am here for school and to graduate, but I come to realize there is more to it than that. God will pull you out of your comfort zone for his purpose when you don't want to leave. In those situations you have to obey Him and have faith that there is a greater purpose for you He wants you to discover. It is hard to listen to the still small voice of God when you are amongst what you know and what makes you comfortable. Missionaries in other countries or in dangerous parts of the U.S. are out of their comfort zone. God will always take care of you no matter where you are out of your comfort zone. He won't give you more than you can handle. I will close with another verse from Paul, the ring leader of 'out of comfort zone living':

Paul says to the Philippians in Philippians 1:12-14
"Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. Because of my chains, most of the brother in the Lord have been encouraged to speak the word of God more courageously and fearlessly."