On Friday I was invited to speak to over 200 high school students at "College, Yes You Can" Day, sponsored by GSFC - the organization that manages the HOPE Scolarships. Speaking to groups like that has been part of my job for the past 11 years, but the unusual thing was that it was in the South Wing of the Georgia State Capitol. I only had about 5 minutes to speak, but because of the location my mom, my best friend and my son accompanied me. The students were attentive and my little spiel went well. My son told me I was the best speaker, which is quite a complement coming from a 14 year old.
After the students dispersed to The Depot for the rest of the program, my family stayed back and began to explore the Capitol. We had never visited it before, so we walked into the House and Senate chambers, as well as the Governor's Office. Everyone who worked there was so polite. One of the administrative assistants even took a group photo of us in the Governor's Office. The chambers were magnificent and the history was everywhere, but I did not envy the job that each elected official has been appointed to do - by their constituents and mostly by God.
Romans 13:1 Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God.
The trip on that cold, rainy day was better than I expected. I was so honored to be able to speak at the Capitol, even for just 5 minutes. Of course, the best part was sharing it with my family.
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