Day 2: Linda Marburger

As the lyrics to the song go…

Spirit lead me where my trust is without borders

Let me walk upon the waters

Wherever You would call me

Take me deeper than my feet could ever wander

And my faith will be made stronger

In the presence of my Savior

 

Tonight at Main Stage we sang this song and I was thinking that it’s a great song to describe what God is doing in the lives of our teens at CHIC.  In the midst of schedules, humidity, sweat dripping down our backs (literally) and early mornings, we are settling into routines and getting to know each other.  Kids are making new friends within our KCC family and with kids from other churches.  In many ways, it seems amazing today was only our second full day here!  But God is definitely here and He is at work.  We can see Him making a difference in kid’s lives already.  I’m excited to see what happens as the week progresses.

 

Tonight LaCrae was the performer.  Oh my gosh!!  The kids were so excited!!  He was not only the musical performer but also the speaker.  There isn’t enough time to describe his whole speech but here are a few quotes that stuck out to me:

 

Who you think you are is based on who you let define you.

 

If you live for the world’s esteem, you can’t live for God’s esteem.

 

Your ministry is where your feet are.  

 

You’re going to have to sacrifice the rewards of this world in order to gain the eternal ones.

 

There’s no such thing as a secret disciple.  Is there anyone in your life that would be surprised to know you are a Christian?

 

You get the point.  The kids loved the performance!  Some of the girls in our small group were raving about it numerous times tonight.  It wasn’t exactly my cup of tea but I loved watching the kids loving it.  

 

Thanks for the sacrifices the KCC family has made in order for this group to be here.  It is worth it.  God is going to do great things in the lives of these kids.  He has already started working.  It’s awesome to get to see Him work!