TRANSFER THE BLESSING
Your Christian Preamble: We often thing about our “Last Will and Testament” simply as directing dollars. But in effect, it is your last word about anything that is on your heart. Most people don’t use it for that, but you can. You can include a “Christian Preamble” by which you testify to your faith. (If your will is already complete, you can write a “family blessing” and put it with your will. Your LCMS Foundation Gift Planning Counselor can help. Contact Ray Pagels, Christian Estate Planner at his cell: 847—226-2262 or raymondpagels1@gmail.com
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Middle school has been like a roller coaster to me. It’s been exciting, hilarious, and full of lots of memories, but there were also times that were really tough. I’ve battled with anxiety, and there were moments when my fears were so large that I thought I couldn't cope. Some days I was feeling stressed or like no one would truly understand my situation. However, God has provided friends that were there for me through it all. Through His wisdom God has given me friends that were always there to listen to me when I needed someone to make jokes when I was feeling down and remind me that I was not the only one. I was, and still am, so thankful for every talk and every time they gave me a hand without me even asking for it. God has also provided me with mentors and family, like Mrs. Knea, who believed in me, even when I had doubts. She helped me to be brave during the challenges, and she made me see that I could do more than I thought. My family has been my biggest support that kept me motivated through it all; they loved me and helped in finding my faith during times of worry. I have learned so much about myself during these years. I have learned that it is perfectly fine to be anxious, to show your strength, and to ask for help. I have learned that God is always with me, even during the times it doesn’t make sense, and that hope can be very strong even in the hardest times. Middle school was not always easy, but it showed me my character, thankfulness, and the importance of friends. As I look towards high school, I feel a mixture of excitement and anxiety, but I am aware of me being stronger, braver, and more ready than before. I am taking the lessons, memories, and love from these years with me, and I am relying on God's plan for my future. I know that with the support of faith, friends, and family, I can do anything.
