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“When God closes a door, he opens a window”

This trip is not what I had planned.

For years I have wanted to go into the medical field (ultrasound technician). I have been working towards this goal for many years, and I thought the next year after graduation would be beginning this journey, by going to college to pursue this degree. 

If you don’t know much about Ultrasound tech. it is a very difficult program and is very competitive. There also are very few colleges with this program and every school has different prerequisites. I put my effort into trying to get into a specific program at Boise State University. 

For the last year it was my goal to get into this program and begin where I thought God had called me. I prayed for God to make it very clear if he wanted me there and if his plan aligned with my own.

He answered that prayer but differently than I had expected. I did not get in. God said no to this, whether it is just not the right time, place, or he wants me to do something completely different I still don’t know, but I am learning to trust him with my future. 

So, what now? I decided I didn’t want to sit in my grief of this. I wanted to make options available so God could open a door. I started looking at other schools and missions’ trips to see where God would want me this next year. 

I found this trip and again I prayed for God to make it clear If he wanted me here. Everything seemed to line up perfectly for this trip. The only reason I would have to say no is that I was scared. I knew God was calling me to step out in faith.

This is what lead me to this very unexpected trip. I am so ready to see what God has for me and how he continues to surprise me. 

Thank you for following along on my journey, and please keep me in your prayers 🙂 You also can subscribe to keep updated on my trip!

God loves you

-Halle Merwin

9 responses to “When God closes a door”

  1. Halle,

    I will be praying for all this to come with this upcoming adventure! I can’t wait to follow your journey and see how God uses you, teaches and grows your faith during this time! I know it’s scary to step out in new things (especially if they were different than your original plan) but it will be something you’ll never regret. Spread those wings and fly….you are ready!!!!

  2. So excited to see how God is going to use you on this journey! Mike and I will be praying for you as you prepare to go and as you are on your trip. Proud of you, Halle!

  3. Hey there Halle,
    We are super excited for this adventure and step of faith in our Savior that you are taking! Remember to be willing to be willing as God leads and directs you in these months! We’ll be praying for you! Many blessings, Sherah and David!

  4. May you be incredibly blessed by your willingness to lean into the unknown and to trust the Lord with your plans and future! I look forward to hearing about your adventures and how he is going to grow you and use you and your special gifts and compassion to bless others! I will be praying for you Halle!!