We can't do this alone

Last week at Youth Quake we had the opportunity once again to see God stir in the hearts of our students and adults.  As we would gather for Youth Group Time around the fire students were encouraged to share what God had done in their life that day.  Students would confess, rejoice, cry, hurt, and heal.  It's an awesome moment to see these young lives be drawn near to God.  Jared, our leader, was quick to ask "who's going to be there for them?"  Students around the circle would raise their hands and pledge to help. The message they heard was that they can't do this alone.

I had a young man in my office this morning that is struggling in life.  Bad influences, bad decisions, and past hurts have left him in confusion.  My question for him was, "who is speaking truth into your life?"  At this point there is no one he is engaged in an intentional relationship with to help him through life.  His next step is to get in a group because he's quickly learning that he can't do this alone.

Leaders, understand that you carry out an important role.  You provide a place for people to come who have been trying to do life alone.  A place for couples to come who have been trying to make it alone.  They are struggling, hurting, and looking for help and healing.  By leading a group you provide a place.  You provide intentional relationships where tough questions can be asked and truth can be found.

Thank you leaders for leading!