By Luke V.
In the 3rd Step of the AA program, we must turn our will and life over to a Higher Power because our will was just not cutting it. Over the past several months I have been taking a third step every morning trying to live by God’s will, not my own. One morning in February, I had already been accepted to 3 colleges with scholarships at each of them. That morning I asked God to show me his will and help me decide which college would be right for me.
Later that day I walked in the office to make copies and I noticed that a fax had come in for me. My father faxed a letter to FFS explaining that I was accepted into The University of Scranton’s Special Jesuit Liberal Arts Honors Program. I was excited to learn more about this Honors Program to see if I was interested. The SJLA Honors Program is available to roughly 50 of the most qualified freshmen each year with a community atmosphere that encourages excellence and service to others. Students in The SJLA Honors Program take Honors classes geared towards philosophy, theology and literature.
I almost jumped out of my chair while researching the program. I was ecstatic and wanted to share the news with everyone. While talking to my sponsor about my acceptance into this Honors Program, it hit me; God was sending me a message. Just hours before I asked God for His guidance and to show me His will. The Honors Program incorporates many of the ideals I strive for such as service, ambition, strong leadership qualities, academic excellence and a relationship with God. I started to contemplate if my prayers were answered.
A week or two later I visited The University of Scranton. I was astounded by students on campus; they were all down to earth and friendly. There were a ton of things to do on campus and in the surrounding city. There was a lot of involvement in campus ministry and service projects. I was very impressed. After visiting The University of Scranton I decided to ask other people who knew about the school what they thought. Everyone had something positive to say. When it came time to make my decision, I was accepted to six well-known Universities, with scholarships at each, and acceptances to 4 different Honors programs. I will be attending Scranton University as a member of the graduating class of 2014.
I still look back to that day as a sign from God. I also look at talking with all of the people about Scranton and the positive reinforcement they were giving me as a sign too. God works in mysterious ways. I believe that God sends everyone signs throughout the day, whether it is through another person, scenario or situation. It is our duty to be attentive to these signs and be aware when they come. Turning my will and life over to God daily is important, because I can’t live on my own. Leaving me to my own devices caused chaos and insanity. One thing I have learned is no matter what situation, difficulty or struggle I am having, God is always watching over me.
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