Hot!

“Hot.” That’s the term that comes to mind as I write this article. At the time of writing I’m preparing for youth camp at Kiamichi Assembly. We’re taking about 50 this year, our largest group in some time. Deodorant, $1.95. Flip flops on sale $7.00. Camp in Oklahoma, in August…priceless! I’m a little concerned as I’m packing. I said to Rheadon, “This could be my last year at camp. I may just kill over in this heat.” She showed great concern as she said, “But your life insurance is paid up right?”

Camp is a great opportunity to invest in the lives of our young people. A chance to get away from the routine and have a concentrated time of spiritual instruction and exposure to the Gospel. Because we take anyone interested in going and often have un-churched kids with us – it is often the first opportunity for some to experience a Christian environment. That makes camp a great opportunity to model the Christian faith and to demonstrate the practical outworking of what it means to trust in Christ. Some aspects of our faith are “caught” more than they are “taught.” Pray that this week of camp will be a life-altering experience for our youth.

Let me also encourage you to continue praying for our nominating committee as they seek God’s will in filling a number of positions for the coming year. I look forward to seeing you and your family as we gather for worship this coming Lord’s Day.

Rod