All Things New
I have yet to meet anyone who has never needed a new beginning. One of the benefits of teaching is a new beginning each fall. There is absolutely nothing as scary or exciting as the first day of classes because even though they are dreading the work that accompanies the return to school, most high school students come in smiling and eager to see all of their friends and (GASP) even their teachers. Many of these students are hungry for new beginnings because they know that they can do more or better than they did the year before. They are ready to leave the failures behind. This year I can relate because I have a new beginning at school as well. I am taking on new teaching assignments that will move me into the realm of the "mature" world of 11th and 12th graders. I may need many new beginnings before the year is over...but they may too. Likewise, I am so grateful that Jesus offers us new beginnings. Fortunately, we aren't kicked to the curb for messin