Jesus Year

This is my Jesus Year. I’m 33, y’all. A lot happened to and through Jesus at the age of 33. It was truly a time of transition for him. Believe me when I say it’s a significant time of transition for me too.

I have struggled and fought so much for the past 15 years to make my dreams come true. 4 years of undergrad. 2 years for my MPH. 2 years for my MS. 1 year where I was finishing a post-bac and figuring things out. 5 years in medical school. 1 med school dismissal. 1 SUCCESSFUL APPEAL. 1 gap year when I was living my best life. A whole bunch of life stuff in between. And Now:

At least twice a week, I look up into the heavens and say God, I can’t believe I live in New York. After everything, I am a resident physician, living in NYC, forging a path for myself in Women’s Health, and earning opportunities of a lifetime for my blog. Y’all, I get to practice medicine during the week and shoot for my blog on my day off. Just Wow. I also feel I am coming more into my purpose. Since sharing my #AlmostDidn’tMD testimony, so many students have reached out to me seeking assistance for STEP study, for rebuilding confidence after failure, and especially for appealing school dismissals. One student just let me know as of last week that her dismissal was overturned. And she is one of many. I cannot believe God has used me in this way to advise students—especially Black and Brown students—who have been cast aside because of test scores. God has used me in so many ways to ensure our communities ultimately get the doctors we deserve. I am in awe every time a student reaches out and I am even more in awe when my advice is utilized to get them back on track. God is good, y’all and He has turned my sorrow into joy and breakthrough for others. And He continues to bless me too.

God told me back in 2017 He would repay me for all I endured. I was so angry with God when everything went down with STEP 1 because of how long my suffering lasted. I felt like it was way too much. But God not only used me for His glory, He also repaid me. I just closed out a gap year I loved; one that paid my bills, helped relieve my immediate debt, and funded my move to NYC. I was able to carry out that job and literally live on an island iconic vacation locale and have the most beautiful experience. I matched into residency after being told I would never. I am learning at one of the best teaching hospitals in NYC. I am grossing enough money via my blog to pay my bills and then some. I have a home where I am creating peace and joy. My family and friends are healthy. I am loved. Joel 2:25 has truly come to pass just as God said it would. I just want to encourage those going through. Please hold on. You just never know what God has on the other side of your obedience and faithfulness. Also tithe. I cannot beat God’s giving and He proves that over and over.

I am just getting started, y’all. I am just getting started. I cannot wait to see all NYC holds for me. Over the past 3 years, I have asked God for 7 miracles. Six of seven have come to pass and I truly believe the last will take place right here in NYC. Like I said, this is the year of continued transition, leveling up, and fully living out my purpose. I’m excited to see what this year has for me and I know God got me all along the way. Thank you all so much for following along and for always encouraging me the way y’all do. This year is about to be one of my best. JESUS YEAR.

xx,

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Preset by Tina Smith