There is No Such Thing as Normal

Today at church the sermon revloved around the fact that God can all use us to advance His kingdom and be an influence to those around us.  We can all be "pillars" in the church. This includes standing strong in our faith, being supportive of those who need it and weathering any storm that hits you, no matter how bad it is.  It hit me hard that I want to be a pillar in the church.  I find it exciting to be able to be that light unto others and make them feel loved and see the love that God has for them.

Lately I have been talking to my friends about life in general, ad especially to my friends who follow God or know him.  They often become confused in a world where morals are twisted and standards are at an all time low.  Some common things I hear are "Why can't we do this? Isn't that a normal teenage thing to do?"  There are plenty of times when I have even thought this myself.  But, the point is, as Christian teenagers, we ARE NOT normal, nor will we ever be.  The day we decided to let God take control of our lives and guide us, was the moment we turned away from the idea of ever being like the rest of the world.

In the long scheme of things, I'd rather be abnormal in this world.  Normal is so boring, and it just leaves you empty in the long run.  God doesn't ask much of us, just that we love Him and live our lives for him.  Being normal and liviing the way those around you do will not save you or give you a better life, because this one on earth is nothing compared to that when we all die. Giving in to the  partying, sex, and drugs of this generation to become normal simply isn't worth it.  Why would you ever feel bad for being different when the only true difference is that you can experience love on a completely different level?

Anyway, that was just on my heart to share.  I felt like someone (idk who) needed to read this today.  You aren't alone.  There is a savior who loves you for your flaws and insecurities and wants to care for you.  If being NORMAL means I miss out an eternity on the One who is responsible for everything that I have, it's totally not worth it.  Being labeled a Jesus Freak sounds pretty good to me :)