Down the Sloppy Hills of Uncertainty!

A few days ago, I celebrated Easter away from home for the first time since I was born. It's made me reflect deeply on how our lives and the beautiful plans we have lined up can be altered in the twinkle of an eye. This time last year, I was neck-deep in preparing for Ruth's wedding, and I could have argued convincingly that nothing would take me to Sokoto State. The closest I had come to experiencing Sokoto State was through books and tales from people, but that has changed now.

From last week until today, my mind has been clouded with so many thoughts as I prepare to resume as a Teacher of English Language at GKA. One minute I'm very excited about the possibilities, and the next minute, I'm questioning if I'll be able to deliver on the job.

I consider teaching very sacred, as one is blessed with the rare opportunity to actively contribute to the success of another individual. Beyond teaching English, I aspire to be the kind of teacher who inspires her students to greatness; to transform their minds and patiently hold their hands through every day until I finish my assignment.

"Are you sure you can do this? What if the students are not receptive to what you teach them? Will you easily give up on that one student who is struggling to understand you?" As I ponder on these questions, I've been matching them with heartfelt prayers in order to maximize the work God will do through me.

"Dear God, help me to inspire these ones beyond teaching, to ignite in them an inexhaustible thirst for excellence. Help me to recognize their individual strengths and weaknesses and give me the patience to never give up on any student of mine. Quicken their minds to understand as I teach and renew their love for education. As I hold their hands, hold mine in a million ways because I know my human strength will fail me, Amen."

As I continue to pray, I'm sure someone out there is thinking along the same lines as me. I'm writing to remind you of a dependable God in the midst of these uncertainties. If you let Him, He'll hold your hands and help you pull through the not-so-great days. My anchor bible chapter for the year is PSALM 46, and just to reiterate the word of God, a few of my favorite verses are:

1. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

2. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;

3. Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah.

4. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.

As God helps you, may your complacency not disappoint heaven. Be excellent, be impact-driven, and may others see Jesus (God) in you.

Love, Light, Hugs, and Encouragement.

Sahmah💗