Student of the Month - August 2009 |
It Wasn't My Plan, It Was God's |  My name is Alex, and I am 16 years old. I am from Fond du Lac County and have been at Rawhide for a total fo 12 months. My favorite things to do include crocheting, working on cars, fishing, football, making pillows, and playing pool. I really enjoy working at the Pennau Prep Center (Rawhide's mechanical education center) and spending time with my family and friends. My hope is to attend technical college and complete a certified mechanic training program. Most importantly, I plan to keep Christ in my life and help others who are in need.
I first gave my life to Christ during my original stay at Rawhide. It was on a trip to Silver Birch Ranch and hearing Pastor Conrad that helped me gain my salvation. Temptations continued after giving my life to Christ, and I ended up getting discharged from Rawhide for six months. Since doing that, Christ helped me through those problems and got me back to Rawhide. He has helped me move up in rank within the Aylward Home (a youth home at Rawhide) and get a job as well.
In January of this year I rededicated myself to Christ and asked Him to change my life. I've done so well this time around and finally get to go back home soon. None of this would have been possible without Christ in my life; and if it wouldn't have been for Rawhide, the temptations would still be winning. I didn't even plan on making Student of the Month, but it was God's plan.
~ Alex |
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