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indescribable

As a grade 8 student, I would often use the word ‘indescribable’ in my essays. My friends who edit my essay would always circle the word, and write in pen: “It’s English class, you need to describe the indescribable to me!” And back home, I would need to find better word choices for my narratives, short stories and essays…but this Easter, I don’t need to change my wording because what Jesus did on the cross centuries ago is truly indescribable! How can one fathom the love of someone that could sacrifice their live as a ransom for many? How much love does it take to offer the gift of eternal life to those who crucified Him? How can someone so innocent allow himself to be used as a sacrifice for humanity? That is indescribable love. Tomlin describes it as love running red…and yes, this agape love overflows to the point that we owe every being to him. The reflection on His work on the cross challenges me to be more aware and thankful for something that Christians often take for granted

why here

It is five weeks until the end of my first year at York University! These next few weeks will be stressful, tough and stacked with endless agenda items….but I hope that during my down time, I will be able to take some time to reflect about the unique things that have happened this past school year. As many of my close friends and family know, I didn’t make it into Queen’s University, my forever favourite post-secondary institution. After nights of crying, countless conversations with friends and yearning for a possibly to go to Kingston, I settled with going to York University, to pursue my Bachelor of Arts degree. Though I was at peace with God’s decision, every now and then, certain things triggered me into questioning God. I would ask Him, “why here?” To be honest, it took a very long time to 100% (fully) grasp the reasons why He wanted me to stay in Toronto. In the summer, my sister encouraged a sister-in-Christ to write down question you had for God, and see how He would come