Glory's Diary - Date unknow Sophomore Slump
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Glory's Diary,
Glory's StoryOne of my friend who has recently graduated warned me about the “Sophomore Slump” and described the year that was her most depressing year at college. Unfortunately, I must say the same for myself, and it’s only been one semester. I was stress academically mostly due to organic chem., but more importantly, my faith been really tested by God. Two weeks before the end of classes, and the weekend before my 3rd mid-term, I received the worst news a friend would get. My good friend from high school I had apparently been mission since Nov. 13th and was found in the Hudson rives. She had ended her life by jumping off the GWB. (George Washington Bridge)
There had been no “signs”. It had only been three months since I last saw her. I didn’t & still can’t believe that that is the last time I’ll ever see her. Will I see her in heaven? Will I? I dare not answer. I don’t want to fool myself and warp religion, my belief into something that would satisfy me. But on the other hand, I implore for God’s mercy and forgiveness to be on her despite her sin. Will God open the gates of heaven for my friend? What is required of us in order for us to enter the kingdom of God? By no means is this question implying that “works” is needed, but to what extent is God’s mercy. Is it true that if in there is one time in our life that we receive Christ, and then we are considered saved. If our name is written in the Book of life can it be erased? When we become disobedient and turn away from God?
I have felt very emotions. I was confused upset, angry, grateful, lonely , exhausted, hurt in every possible order at many moments.