Youth Convention

What is youth convention? It is a place where Youth Convene.

Well, I'm headed out to Youth Convention today. I'm taking a group of 12. Sorry it's not more. I think Youth Convention is one of the top events in the year. I'm probably most excited about Roger Moore going.

Roger is the latest addition to The Quake. He is the newest and about the oldest member of the Q-Crew. Just ribbing him a bit because of his age. I love that he has such a heart for teens and is willing to serve anytime. I really believe that he has grown so much in the last 3 years. In those years he concluded his searching by coming to Christ, and has been part of small groups and regular worship. What growth! I've seen him go from knowing nothing about God's word to hearing him use God's word in encouragement to others.

I mention Roger just to illustrate what I love seeing God do in people's lives.

One other thing. Going into last week. Corie and I decided to give sacrificially for the FLC offering at PAG. We decided an amount and gave it. It was significant enough that there was a little bit of anxiety about it.

I began praying that as we were obedient to the Lord in giving, He would take care of us. Sunday after church I calculated my taxes, and my refund is exactly what we gave. Even though that money was due back before we gave money away, I do believe that it's illustrative of God. I know that's the first fruits of his blessing to us. And I know there will be more blessing. Not because God is obligated in anyway, but because I know Him. I know it's his character to out-give me every time.

--Ben
Have a great weekend.