Asking for a little advice
Hey Guys,
I just needed some advice. I already wrote a friend about this but thought you guys could help out. I will post what I wrote them so i wont have to re-type it.
Hey,
First off and foremost though I've said it many times before...Thank You So Much for what you have done and are doing! Your are a True inspiration!
I am writing you because of two reasons:
One is that I believe god might be speaking to me through music. I know this sounds weird but I actually started listening to the lyrics of many of the songs that I like past and present and it just seems like God is telling me that I need to find myself and in doing so many of my problems and addictions will go away. I have been for the past 4-8 months been questioning my role in life. I have always wanted to be a cop since I was 3 and I am 25 almost 26. I work security right now.
The second part is because I chose to watch the video you have about the Call Girl turning her life around. The first thing I saw was the verse, "I am the good shepard, the good shepard giveth his life for the sheep." And it made me think. When I was younger I always felt that I was here on earth to protect the innocent. I even told a group of people back in college while eating at a restaurant that, "I would take a bullet for anyone at this table."
It seems like God is telling me to get back on the path and become a cop. That verse really spoke to me. I was wondering if maybe you might be able to give me some advice on what you think because my relationship with God is not as strong as it should be but it always seems like he is there and even gives me signs just when I think I am alone.
-Trey
So what do you guys think? Any advice will be appreciated. Thank You in advance!
-Trey
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Well, I've been doing alot of thinking guys. I realize that even though I would love to pe a police officer but my exzema is getting worse and more sinsitive. I feel that because of that I need to look at the possiblities of catching blood born deasies because of my exzema. For the first time in life I feel that if I had to takle a guy who was covered in blood and had HIV or another blood born deasie to save someoen else I would hesitate. So I have decided that I am going to go back to school and get qulified as a electronic systems technician.
Well, I went to ATI and I spoke to an advisor who to my suprise used to be a cop in Tennesse. I quickly opened up to him about my passion to become a police officer and he just like myself now and at the time felt thats actually what I need to do. He even had me speak with a Texas State Trooper that he knew that was passing by. It's amazing how God works but now I can't deny it. I was meant to become a cop and that is what I am going to do!
Trey, it takes a really special and emotionally strong person to be in Law Enforcement, and it sounds like you are the type to do it...And with a background in security, I'm sure that you're a shoe-in.
We need more God-driven LEO's out there like you to protect the innocent.
Hey Trey,
I believe law enforcement is an honorable profession and I would encourage you to do that if that's what you want to do.
My only advice would be to research it thoroughly. You could go on drives with experienced officers to get a real feel and then you could talk to them about their other daily tasks. For instance, I understand there's a lot of paperwork involved.
Romans 13:1-4
Trey, I think Beloved Branch has a good point. I need to do the same thing! That is, I also need to turn to God more to aid me in determining what to do for a career, or for a livelihood. Anyway, I hope you find your calling by turning to God. Take care.
Ian
Hey, there;
Are you asking us for input on the same advice you are asking the recipient of this letter for? Are you asking us the same question that you are asking them, or are you asking wht we think of the letter?
Beloved Branch
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------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ps. 108:13 Through God we shall do valiantly, for it is He who shall tread down our enemies
Sorry, I am asking you guys for the same question I am asking the recipient. For better clarification I'd be asking you to read the letter as if you were my friend and base your advice off that.
Hi, Trey;
Thanks for clarifying. It does sound to me like God might be pressing on your heart, although it sounds more to me like He is pressing on you to seek Him and find out what His plan is for your life. It sounds like He wants to use you in some capacity, but right now, it sounds like He really wants you to seek Him and His counsel regarding what path He wants you to go down.
If I were you, I would seriously start seeking Him, praying, and maybe even fasting, and just ask Him to give you clarity regarding what His plan is for your life. If it is to be a cop, then ask that He give you a peace abou it, and to open doors for you. Right now, it sounds like you are really eager to know His will for your life, and it sounds like God has instilled that in you, but before you move forward with anything, you must seek God in these matters.
I can tell that your heart's desire is to serve and protect other people. That is so awesome!!! God knows your hearts desires. Just make an effort to seek Him, and ask Him to align your will with His.
That is about the best advice I can give you at this point, brother. I would love to hear what others have to say, also.
Beloved Branch
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------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ps. 108:13 Through God we shall do valiantly, for it is He who shall tread down our enemies