christmas party.

youth group Christmas partay.

peeps.

yummay korean sushi...

yummay...frozen juice...

special guest...little knomes..

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

In God's Hands

"It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect. He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he enables me to stand on the heights. He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze."





"You give me your shield of victory, and your right hand sustains me; you stoop down to make me great. You broaden the path beneath me, so that my ankles do not turn."

Psalm 18:32-36

VBS Teensletter

VBS 3rd Day

Today we focused on Jesus' death and resurrection, and how a small group of His friends responded. Their eagerness to share the wonderful news of Jesus' resurrection is a example to each of us. We have the same life-changing message to share with those around us, through our words and our actions.

Ask these questions;

• How do the members of our family communicate with each others?
• Why is communication so important?
• How can we communicate to others what Jesus means to us?
• How is your life different because of Jesus?

We have the same good news to share as the women at Jesus' tomb - Jesus is alive and He waits for us in Heaven. In response to today's lesson, we was challenged to choose a specific was to GO Tell! Discuss this commitment and, if necessary, help your family and friends carry it out!

Dear Xodusxteen,

I remember I lost my best friend when I shared about my faith. I was in your age back then ... I was in shook, and hurt by losing our friendship such a way. I quickly learned some secrets aren't supposed to be shared. I also learned to mingled around perfectly with non believer friends. It took many years to start sharing my faith with my friends again. Only my regret is those years I stooped sharing about Jesus ...specially to my best friend ...

I'm so glad these women didn't keep this good news secret because this news changed the world forever. The news that Jesus is no longer in the grave and that He's alive means that everyone can have the hope of eternal life through Him.

Have you shared this news with your friends, and family? Go for it! This news was not meant to be kept secret. Please don't give up ... and don't stop sharing! I did once ... and now I won't!

Can you keep this secret? I hope you not.

VBS Teensletter

VBS 2nd day

Today we learned about a young queen in a precarious position. When Esther learned of a plot to kill her and the rest of the Jewish people, she had a important decision to make. Esther saw the opportunity she'd been given and was willing to risk her own life to save others. God blessed Esther's courage, and He will bless ours.

Ask these questions;

• What does it mean to take a risk?
• How do you decide what risks you are willing to take?
• Why was Esther willing to risk her life to save her people?
• What risks are you willing to take for God?

Learning to take the right kinds of risks is very important in our modern, messy world. In response to today's lesson, we were challenged to choose a specific way to GO Risk! Discuss this commitment and, if necessary, help your family and friends carry it out.

Dear Xodusxteen,

We had a good conversation over this topic. I remember many of you were sharing how she and he took a risk to join VBS. And how the fruits of her and his selfishlees choice were impact others life still moves me ....

God is good, but He is not safe, so we are mistaken when we believe that dwelling in the center of His will for our lives will be without risk. In fact, based on what we observe in the lives of our faithful predecessors - like Esther - the close we draw to God, the more "at risk" we may find ourselves.

When was the last time you risked something for God? This world will be changed when Christians decide to stop laying it safe and go risk it all to do what God want us to do. So go for it!

VBS Teensletter

VBS 1st Day

Today we explored the story of Gideon, a reluctant soldier who really didn't want the job God set before him. But because Gideon was willing to lead God's army in spite of his won doubts, God used him to bring about an incredible victory. God blessed Gideon's leadership, and He will bless ours.

Ask these questions to yourself;

• What do you think makes someone a good leader or a bad leader?
• What qualities made Gideon a good leader?
• When it is hard for you to be a leader? why?
• What things about you make you a good leader?

God give each of us the potential to be a leader for Him. In response to today's lesson, we were challenged to choose a specific way to GO Lead! Discuss this commitment and, if necessary, help your family and friends carry it out. Offer encouragement, support, and enthusiasm. Or go one step further and find a way for your family to lead together. Use this time to strengthen the special bonds within your family or friends as you serve God together.

Dear Xodusxteens,

Thank you for standing right beside me and showing such leadership during VBS. You touched me many ways ... you really stood up for Him and took responsible. I found your trust and hope that moves my doubts and fears away. So go for it! If you sense that God is calling you to do something extraordinary for him, but you're having a hard time seeing substance in the scribbles. You will see His drawing that will eventually make perfect sense. I did.