Earning the right to be heard....: Reminded

Monday, April 25, 2011

Reminded

Funny how a former YL kid who is now a married adult living a life following Christ can come back in your life and remind you of who you are. Sarah was one of my YL kids 7 years ago... Sarah is in town for a couple of days and I had the honor of being one of whom she spent some time with. We were discussing her job in helping girls with eating disorders and the complexity of their problems. I was sharing of the complexity of issues teens are facing all so very deep and so real. Sometimes it just feels overwhelming and she reminded me that the Gospel is simple. Christ is it. He came for us, died for us, and wants life for us.

Our goal is to trust Him with all the complexity we face and those around us face. Not to carry their load or the burden but to trust it to Him. Thanks Sarah... for your wisdom and what you do. You are a constant reminder of this calling. Love.

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The GilstrapsApril 29, 2011 at 11:23 PM
Love you Traceemela. Thank you for your open ears and open heart! It was great to spend time with you.
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5 C's of Young Life

Club: Club is our once a weekly event that lets kids be kids. We give kids the opportunity to be kids again by singing, dancing, and playing crazy games. Students hear a message from the Bible in terms they can understand. YL club is for everyone, no matter where they stand in their faith.

Contact Work: Where there are high school kids there are YL leaders. We believe in earning the right to be heard by building friendships with kids. We come to their turf, whether that's sporting events standing in the stands beside them or coming up to after school and grabbing a Sonic.

Campaigners: Campaigners are small groups made up of students and a leader committed to sharing their lives, struggles, and joys with one another. Student grow deeper in their faith as they explore the Bible and God's love in a life-changing way.

Camp: Young Life states...."Camp is the best week of your life." That is a proven fact. Kids get the chance to have adventure camping at resort quality facilities and share an unforgettable experience. Kids get to leave their normal routine while they hear about and process the need for a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Church: Young Life is not the church. We desire our students to be a part of local a congregation. If our students are ready to go deeper we strongly encourage them to attend a local church.