Actually, it hit me the other day that I am not “the intern” anymore. I lifted up my water bottle from [ichthus](http://www.one28ministries.org/ichthus/) this year and saw that title written on the bottom. It caused me to reflect on how that period of my life is over. I will never again fill that position and serve on staff with all the wonderful one28 staff.
But that’s okay because it is better to be where God wants you even if it is uncomfortable and unfamiliar than to be where it’s comfortable, but not where God wants you. So I’m living in Upland because it is exactly where the Lord wants me and I don’t want to be anywhere else.
On Monday, I will be moving into the new apartment, which is affectionately known as Outreach Point Alpha. The name came from the fact that the church will be using the place as a hub for ministering in the community. We want to reach out the people in the area, but it has been hard when everyone else lives in a different part of town. My roommate, Leif, and I are not responsible for doing all the ministry, we are just “holding down the fort” for when others come. But we will have the opportunity to get to know our neighbors and hopefully shine the light of the gospel in that place. Please pray that the Lord would do great things through this apartment.
I realized that most people who read this blog have never been to FBC and have no clue what my office looks like, so I filmed a tour. Enjoy 
In terms of the student ministries, I really enjoy my position, but I have not had many opportunities to interact with the students, so I’m eager to spend time with them. The Lord is pulling together a staff that is passionate about discipling students. The Jr. High will start meeting on September 14th and the High School on the 17th. I’ll be teaching through First John with the High School and something with Romans for the Jr. High.
Anyways, God has been so good and I’m thankful the opportunity to serve Him here in Upland. I now must head off to a birthday party for the pastor’s granddaughter. I have been staying at the pastor’s house these last several weeks, so I’ve been able to join in many family activities. I will post on the great people later.
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Man. A waiting rooom! Take that one28!
Because of the sound quality on the video, it sounds like you have a lisp, and it’s totally cracking me up.
Both kids were yelling “Mr. Micah!!! Mr. Micah!!!” while I played the video.
We all miss you!
Hey Micah!
You’ll be living about ten minutes away from me! I live in Claremont now and am in Upland at least 3 times a week to go to the 24 hour fitness there!
It’s good to know you’re doing well and serving in ministry! Doesn’t it make you feel old not being in college anymore?
I laughed several times throughout your little video. Good stuff! The book shelves are enormous!! You have so many books!! So you have a MacBook…I so want one!! Do you like it? Is it easy to use?? Can you give me some Pros/Cons?? PLEASE!! I want a new laptop so bad and if I’m gonna spend $1,200 on one it better be good. Were you able to use the MacGenius?? If so did it work? Well? I am so rambling…that’s ok. A little ramble never hurt anyone, just takes longer to read.
I feel a little like Monica on Friends when she gets so excited about organization or cleanliness or cooking, except I’m pretty excited to find out you have a MacBook so now I have someone to ask about it. Anyway, glad you’re doing well in California. I never doubted your abilities for a second! Keep persevering! Much love sent your way!! Have a great day! (I’m a poet and don’t know it)…ok I’m done 
Look at you, man, with Greek on the whiteboard and all of those books! You sure have come a long way from those two half-filled shelves @ TMC in 2004.
I don’t know if I should feel sea-sick at the moment, or simply overjoyed that you finally have your own space to mull, read and dance.
You WOULD point out the Olive Tree. I laughed. It’s good to see a bit of where you’re livin…. I pray for you daily. Love you bro!
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