Notes

I accepted Jesus Christ's death as atonement for my sin and his resurrection from the dead as my victory little more than a year ago. I saw opportunities to show His love in any vocation, but as time went on, I knew that continuing on my trajectory towards a career in music performance would never satisfy me. I feel very strongly that God is not just in the back of my mind, but rather at the forefront of everything I am and everything I do. I asked the Lord to guide me to do His will. I believe that He has given me a deep passion for learning more about His plan for each of us. I especially feel concern and apprehension when I contemplate what happens to those whom never hear the Gospel and never have a chance to know their savior. My heart also goes to the atheists and others who are misled and misguided by a pluralist society. My family are among those who have heard and struggle greatly with belief in Jesus Christ. Then we prayed that God would show us where to go. First, my fiancee asked if we could just come check out the campus one day. At the time, I felt ill, so we didn't attend but, we had time the next day and came and visited. I felt completely at home. I learned about the many concentration options, and Dr. Guerreiro told us both of the summer missions and the study abroad program in Israel. After looking into the programs more, I knew that this was the best fit and I feel that God is leading us here. I am Pentecostal, and I want a rigorous education that would prepare me adequately and that affirms my experiences with God. I believe that at AGTS I will have the best balance of of educational and spiritual growth.