Message from Students

Yesterday I blogged about planting the seeds of God and Jesus in our younger generation; last night I attended an informal service with high school and college students that had returned from a mission trip. I was inspired and wishing I had given my sons this gift… The students talked about their trip to Guatemala and how it affected their lives. They lived for two weeks in a small community with out the luxuries of in door plumbing and conveniences we take for granted on a daily basis. Their lives were touched by God and Jesus in ways they would never have had by only attending church and Sunday school. They had been touched with the love and joy from the families of Guatemala. Many stated they left part of their heart in Guatemala and plan to return on the next mission trip. The parents and family members of each student beamed with pride as their child shared his/her experiences. While listening to their witness it once again brought me to the scripture of yesterday… ”Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it”. Proverbs 22:6 What a wonderful beginning each family member has given their child. The parents have planted seeds that will last a life time. Ephesians 6:4 Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord. I pray we are planting the mustard seeds of a Christian life. We have the blessing and opportunity to enrich our children’s lives by sharing the gospel and the love of God. Let us continue with the empowerment and strength of Jesus Christ. Smiles & Blessings, Cynthia Collins Kaitfors