Alexis M
Umass Dartmouth
August 15, 2025
Write about a belief that you have changed, developed or questioned at any point in your life, and which you think is important to reflect on now that you are entering college. In approximately 250 words, creatively:
I had always wondered if there was even a God out there. What did people see in church that I didn’t? As I went though highschool I had struggled to find out what I was put on this earth for, until my junior year. As quick as a snap of fingers, the overwhelmed, isolated teenage girl was overtaken with the overwhelming reckless love from God. God introduced me to a family of friends and community that I had never experienced before.Slowly easing my way into church, youth group, church camp, and even leading in youth ministry, I watched how God changed my whole life around for the good. Without even realizing, was with me in everything I’ve overcome. In moments of fear and shame he put my heart at ease. My faith has taken me farther than I could ever imagine. I realized faith isn’t just about believing in God, it’s about trusting him enough to let him take control even when you feel as if you know the answer. As I am going into college, I know that I will be facing numerous challenges and I won’t have the same fun community around me to keep me moving in my faith. Although I may have doubts, I now carry confidence and faith knowing that I am not moving into this next chapter of my life alone. I am ready to continue spreading the light of Jesus and the love from him that I was designed to give, while also letting my identity be shaped by my creator.