When looking back at my journey, my middle and high school years were spiritually neutral for me.  There was no growth or decay, just lukewarm and apathetic.  The gospel and its implications did not click with me until college.  Both City Church and Christian Campus Fellowship at FSU have been vital in my walk with God.  I have been learning and growing.  Although I continue to struggle with anxiety, God has given me a sense of security in Him.  This is something that I do not deserve but because of His great love for us He has decided to make me apart of his plan.  

 

Finally, I would like to share with you a few verses that have been a rock when I struggle with anxiety.  "Rejoice in the Lord always.  I will say it again: Rejoice!  Let your graciousness be known to everyone.  The Lord is near.  Don't worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.  And the peace of God, which spurpasses every thought, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.  Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable- if there is any moral excellence and if there is any praise- dwell on these things.  Do what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you." Philippians 4:4-9 HCSB  "Haven't I commanded you: be strong and courageous?  Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go."  Joshua 1:9 HCSB

 

These verses remind me that the only thing in life that is truly important is serving Christ, not tests, or friends, or money, or acceptance.  While these things can be important they hold no eternal significance.  My sole purpose on this earth is to serve God and spread the good news of the Gospel.

(Zach Meredith was born and raised in Fort Myers, Florida. He is currently a Senior at Florida State University, majoring in Social Science Education with a minor in Religion. Zach is a fan of all types of music, sports and a huge of the University of Tennessee. Zach has been attending City Church since Easter at the Civic Center 2012, and currently serves as a First Impressions Intern.)