A few months ago, I wrote about learning to see purpose in a place where I struggled to find joy. At the time, I was working at the Boys and Girls Club, trying to trust that God had me there for a reason, even when it felt difficult. I was learning how to plant seeds, how to show up faithfully, and how to believe that my work mattered, even when I could not see the results.
What I did not know then was that God was not only shaping my heart in that season, He was also preparing me for what was next.
Since that time, I have stepped into a new role as the Assistant Athletic Director at Louisville Collegiate School. This transition has been both exciting and deeply affirming. For the first time in a while, I wake up with a sense of anticipation rather than frustration. The work in front of me feels aligned with how God has wired me, and I find myself experiencing a kind of joy that had been missing before.
That does not mean this role is without challenges. There are still long days, unexpected problems, and moments where things do not go as planned. But the difference now is clear. I am no longer questioning why I am here. Instead, I feel confident that this is a space where I can use my gifts, serve others well, and be fully present in the work God has placed before me.
Looking back, I can see how necessary my previous season was. The lessons I learned at the Boys and Girls Club did not disappear when I left. They came with me. I learned patience in moments that stretched me. I learned how to lead with compassion, even when it was difficult. I learned that showing up consistently matters more than immediate results. Those lessons are now shaping how I approach my new role each day.
There is something powerful about realizing that God does not waste any season. Even the moments that feel frustrating or unclear are often the very places where He is doing His most important work in us. What once felt like a place I was simply trying to endure became a foundation for where I am now.
In this new role, I have a greater sense of responsibility, but also a greater sense of purpose. I have the opportunity to impact student athletes, support coaches, and help create an environment that reflects something bigger than just competition. It is a chance to build relationships, encourage growth, and be a steady presence in the lives of others.
More than anything, I am beginning to understand what it feels like to do the work God has truly set before me. There is a difference between forcing your way through something and walking confidently in something you know you are called to do. That difference has changed how I approach each day.
This transition has reminded me that calling is not always immediate or obvious. Sometimes it is revealed over time, through seasons that stretch us, refine us, and prepare us for what is ahead. I needed that previous chapter to fully step into this one.
As I continue in this role, I am holding onto the same truth that carried me before. Work is not just about what we accomplish, it is about who we are becoming. Now, instead of simply trying to endure each day, I get to embrace it. And in doing so, I am reminded that when we trust God with our path, He is faithful to lead us exactly where we are meant to be.