I completed my first doctorate class last week. I learned a lot, and I am so glad that I did it, but it took every ounce of effort that I could muster up. It was humbling because I realize how much I have to learn (and unlearn) about the world. Also, I academic writing is a daunting task, and so is trying to find margin in life while studying so much.
Working with kids through LAMP is also tremendously humbling. I think I know a lot about working with young people, but God seems to constantly be putting me in situations where I need to completely depend on Him for guidance. Mentoring kids is tough sometimes!
Marriage and family life is also humbling. I love my wife so much, and we still find ourselves constantly working on building and growing our relationship. It does not matter how many successes I have in my career or in life... my family is more important. I also need to continue to make sure that I bring my family along with me in the adventure!
Most of all, having a relationship with God is humbling. Sometimes I feel so close to God, and other times I feel distant. I simply can't comprehend how mysterious and dangerous God is, and how He could love me so much.
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Humbling... I dislike that word. Unfortunately, it's a painful process but a necessary one to move forward and mature. I, like yourself, have experienced a lot of humbling experiences lately. I hate them. I guess that means I am growing. I call them growing pains.
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