King's kids

Being young and saved is not the easiest task in the world.  Off the top of my head I can give you at least 5 reasons why.  Well, let's see here:  1) You are singled out, 2) You lose old friends, 3) People who don't believe this "religion" thing tend to consider you to be an accessory to the world's problems today, 4) Restrictions, 5) Stereotypes.  While there are lots more to add to this list, the point I'd like to make here is that while some days are harder than others...I haven't stumbled upon a good enough reason to forsake what has changed my life ultimately for the better.

If ever I question whether or not its really worth it, I am reminded through someone who calls, texts, emails, or comes up to me and tells me how my life encourages them and serves as an example...even on days when I feel my worst.  It's a double-edged sword though.  In return, you are motivated by the fact that others see and are blessed by your sacrifice; however, it also makes you that much more restricted to not allow anything to cause you to stumble, because you have the weight of other people on your shoulders who look up to you and are depending on you to make it.

Then there are those days when you just want to break away and be raw you without caring what anyone thinks or has to say about it.  I know people would argue, "You should be able to do that anyway.  Who cares what other people think?"  Well, I do!  I care enough about other people that I'm willing to sacrifice my agenda for one that will accomplish something greater than just "me, myself, and I" on the list.  No matter how much they may not like it, princes and princesses are tasked with the job of being conditioned to one day become kings and queens.  They don't always "like" the fact that it requires much sacrifice, certain restrictions, and even ridicule for any little mistakes they make.  But at the end of the day, they understand that they were born into royalty for a purpose bigger than them, and that's what keeps them going.

This is not for everybody.  And this is why I don't try to force my beliefs on anyone.  All I can do is do what I know I've been tasked to do and trust that whosoever will as a result of my life will come to understand and see the truth.  At the same time, I will not take down.  Afterall, I am a king's kid.