Hi Everyone!
Can you believe that we've been living in a pandemic for a year now? I pray that you and your loved ones are healthy - not just physically, but also emotionally and spiritually.
God at Work
The first National Virtual Winter Conference happened February 5-6! College students from Hawaii to Maine, Florida to Alaska, gathered together online to encounter Jesus. They connected virtually from their living room, dorm room, church building, parent’s basement, or backyard. God’s omnipresent character was at work, because we witnessed Him moving in powerful ways!
Over 6,200 students attended to understand and consider God’s Character, God’s Heart and God’s Call. The speakers shared about the grace and beauty of Jesus, spoke of the urgency of sharing the gospel with those around us, and challenged students to discover their place in God’s mission field. It was so encouraging to hear stories of how God worked through a virtual Winter Conference, and here are a couple that I want to share with you:
“I've had multiple friends on my heart that I've been praying for and desiring to share the gospel with. They're unbelievers... After attending the conference, I feel much more equipped and on-fire to share my faith and approach them in a conversation.”
—Kellen, freshman
“Saturday night during one of the guest speaker’s talks, I heard an overwhelming voice (the type that makes you bow your head in wonder, sending chills throughout your body). I heard God say “Go…” It’s got something to do with me committing, not just my summer, but my life in service of the Great Commission. I have no earthly idea what that would look like, but I’m content with where God is leading despite the uncertainty.”
—Cade, sophomore
Streaming Winter Conference all over the country!
Thank you for your faithful prayers and support! Because of your partnership, students like Cade and Kellen experienced God's calling and were challenged to boldly shared their faith through Winter Conference.
Steps of Faith
It's crazy to think that I'm coming into the final stretch of my internship with Cru in Orlando. Only a few more months left!
Endings always put me in a reflective mood. As I look back on all that God has done, I am humbled by His goodness, love, and provision.
While exploring Tampa a few weeks ago, I came across a Martin Luther King Jr. quote, shown above:
"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase."
God has taught me a lot these past two years, and many lessons have surrounded my search for knowledge and control. But the more I grasp for stability and security in things apart from Him, the more He shows me that He is the only one who can satisfy my longing for peace, worth, and significance.
I don't know where God's staircase will lead me in the months after May, but I know that the first step is to steward my remaining time in Orlando well, especially with the work and relationships He has graciously given.
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