Joshua’s only focus as he prepared to start college was to do well in school so he could become a successful, wealthy doctor. He thought his plans for his future had no room for extracurriculars.
But then, even though he grew up in church, he was surprised to learn that there were organizations devoted to living out faith on campus. He attended an activities fair and was immediately drawn to InterVarsity’s diversity, vulnerability, and lack of polish.
“They were awkward,” Joshua said. “I really liked that. They felt like real people.”
One Pivotal Question
As Joshua became more involved in InterVarsity’s community, he quickly pursued becoming a leader.
“I was eager,” he said. “I was arrogant and thought, I have so much to offer you guys.” Joshua had always been a leader in everything he did in high school, but his faith, he realizes in hindsight, was very performative.