Charles Privette

My story. On hindsight I was fortunate to have been raised in a family that put Christ and church at the forefront on their lives. Ever since I was born, my family and church raised and discipled me with a Christian faith. Mom dad and my grandparents all poured forth into me the stories of the Bible ranging from old to New Testament. When I was in fourth grade I had the opportunity to attend confirmation class where I was paired up with a mentor at church (Cye Rodgers) whereby he shared about his faith and upbringing and I got to share about mine and my desire to now accept Christ as my Lord. This was one of my first steps as maturing in my walk and faith. At this point I began taking on more of the responsibilities of growing in my faith and walk and working to set myself apart for his work. As I grew and matured I began taking more leadership roles with my church and youth programs. Helping more with church functions and not just following my parents lead anymore but making those choices for myself. This did not mean life became easier. Through junior high and high school, by not following the crowd meant some alienation. When sometimes being alone, Jesus was there to get me through. Even though Jesus has always been the leader of my life, it does not mean everything has been smooth. I am naturally a worrier. Even though deep down I know he has me, I still have had worry. I have always tried to remind myself of how majestic the Lillie’s of the field are clothed and how the birds are fed, and how by worrying I can’t add time to my life but I often times struggle with this and don’t turn it all over to Him and totally trust. I have worked on this for years and He has given me plenty of opportunities to learn. I have had to rely on all my previous experiences where I have had worry fear and doubt and realized that even through these previous dark valleys, he has always been with me and knowing that while it has not been easy, I have maintained my faith and trust that his will will be done. While some days I have doubted myself, I have not doubted him. I have learned from him throughout my life that these events are preparing me for his work and will. I have tried to model my life from Him in being a servant leader. Being a Christian my whole life I see how blessed I have been even though life has not been easy at times. I am so blessed that from an early age my parents and church family helped me build my foundation on rock and not sand. There have been many rainy days and floods but his rainbow has always shined.

My Life

Friends describe me

easy going and laid back.

My hobbies

woodworking,

Best advice I ever received

try again.

My undergrad alma mater

Clemson

My worst subject in school

English/Literature

In college I drove

red chevy truck that I had for 15 years.

Favorite books

Oddly, I don't like to read.

Favorite movies

James Bond

Favorite coffee

none: only drink milk