All I can say is wow...what an amazing response to God's word and message. Tonight's scripture was Proverbs 3:5-6 and Romans 12:1-2. The message itself was about being too 'busy' and the risk of missing out-when your goal isn't to miss out on anything (hence being overly busy). Personally, I think we're all a little too busy and Rob Bell thinks that many are addicted to the drug called 'busy'. *Shells-20 Nooma
Throughout the week-in our small groups and at campfires Chris and I have tied our overall theme (Micah 6:8) to encompass some important aspects of the scripture...Day 1: Act Justly, Day 2: Love Mercy, and Day 3: Walk Humbly with your God. So far we have asked them to dig deep-to think about what each of those things might look like in their everyday lives.
For tonight, we interwove an analogy of a dashboard-specifically three things that light up, that all alone say one thing, but if put together mean something even more. We recognized that the fuel in our lives (the fuel gauge) isn't always God's fuel, we recognized that living in the 'red zone' or at full throttle (rpms/tacometer) isn't always good, and asked about whether or not the engine was running too hot or too cold (temp).
The reaction from the youth was amazing-with stories ranging from personal faith struggles (where I am isn't where I want to be...and I feel lost), an outside source (someone has done me wrong), and I have a secret that's been eating away at me. *I guess all of those are considered personal struggles...
Anyway, continue to pray for these young people. Not only have they done great work, but they've also begun working on their personal lives and relationships (family, friends, and God). Last year I mentioned a term I've grown to enjoy...'they shared out of their brokenness'. The reason why I've enjoyed it is because it's such a vulnerable yet authentic-spirit-filled moment which touches all who hear. I would be lying if I said I wasn't moved by some of the 'confessions'...I just wanted to run up to them and hold them as they cried and struggled to find the words-I wanted to take away their pain.
Well, tomorrow there won't be any work sites, only 'God time'. During the usual time of work (usually 9-3pm) the youth will be enjoying a day of rest. During that time they're not to do anything 'fun' with their friend-unless it involves an intense conversation about scripture they've just read. We have encouraged them to take some time alone and to even seek out a youth leader or peer who could help them wrestle or just talk about the theme for this week (and the scripture we've used thus far).
So again, keep praying for the youth...many have come a long way-not just in physical distance (from Lincoln to Estes Park), but spriritually...many feel far from God and seek His face in a serious way. Pray for rest and peace as they enter into a day of 'Sabbeth'.
Thanks for reading and praying!
1 comment:
"Last year I mentioned a term I've grown to enjoy...'they shared out of their brokenness'. The reason why I've enjoyed it is because it's such a vulnerable yet authentic-spirit-filled moment which touches all who hear. I would be lying if I said I wasn't moved by some of the 'confessions'...I just wanted to run up to them and hold them as they cried and struggled to find the words-I wanted to take away their pain."
I would agree, that is a wonderful phrase :) haha and who doesn't want to hug a teen who is pouring out their heart? Trying to resist that is hard...I do hope you get the time to give them a hug soon!
Also, I will have to check out that Nooma video(I'm on the work computer now :o don't tell! I'm off the clock though, don't worry) sometime!
Prayers will continue to come! And I hope you have/had a good Sabbeth..!?
hahaha Jesus totally loves you more than the gravitational pull of the sun towards the earth!
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