Wow! God surpassed all of our expectations for this weekend. Last night was our biggest youth group meeting thus far. We had at least thirty people come. I was very nervous but God gave me peace, we had a great time eating, playing, games, and bringing the message. I gave my first teaching, yeah there were plenty of mistakes, but I can’t believe God gave me the grace to finish. I can’t wait for next time. We had a great night.
And… this morning we were able to go to the prison! I was very nervous but the men there were maybe some of the nicest people we’ve encountered here on the Island. They were so polite and receptive to the message. We did a skit called, “Empty Heart” its about a girl filling the void with earthly pleasures and just before she ends her unfulfilling life, she choose to follow the Lord. I play the girl and my friends are all the different earthly desires. I cry every time we perform. Then Josiah gave a testimony about a time he almost committed suicide. Finally our leader shared about God being our father. He focused on how earthly fathers may have failed us, but our heavenly father is perfect. Everything went really smoothly. After we finished a young man came up to us. He told us our message was his life story. He has three children; he had scars of his many attempted suicides. I know we were sent there for this young man. Before he spoke to us I could tell there was something different about him. He was a very genuine and kind. I can only imagine what else God did through us for those who were too shy to share. I was so blessed and joyful being around these people.
We thought this weekend would be a bunch of cancelations, but instead God answered our prayers and allowed us to share His affective message to these people. Once again I’m made speechless by the Almighty! Send up some praise, for He is Good!
Our Father in Heaven,
Hallowed be your name,
Your kingdom come,
Your will be done,
On earth as it is in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us of our debts,
As we also have forgiven our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation,
But deliver us from the evil one.
In Jesus Name, Amen
2 comments:
You are an instrument God is using to speak to others. Praying for you and His continual blessing on you and your team. You don't even know all the ways God will use the seeds you have planted. I'm proud and blessed to know you. Can't wait to see you Dolphin Girl. Love ya,
Ms. Diana
Hello Ashley! This sounds really awesome. I am excited to hear about all the things you've done. God bless you!
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