Camp

On Saturday and Sunday, George and I were guest speakers at Trinity Fellowship's youth camp. It was really fun and reminded me of going to camp when I was in high school. The camp was located in Kakamega at Lirhanda Girls Secondary School. The campus is located near the Kakamega Rain Forest and was absolutely beautiful.



Since school is out, the camp, which had over 300 campers, used the dormitories to house the kids. When we got there, the afternoon/evening session was going on. The theme of the weekend was "Discovering Your Godly Potential." The speaker, who was from Zambia, was teaching from Judges. He discussed the story of Gideon to show the kids that if they step out in faith and answer God's call, He will be their strength.




After the session ended, the kids went out for play time. They played tug of war and soccer. I wish I had time to teach them Kajabe Can Can! (Shout out to Hume Lake!)



We came on a good night because after dinner, there was a talent show. The kids were given the opportunity to dance, sing, recite Bible verses and do skits. The room was buzzing with excitement. Kids here love to dance and have fun. It was fun to watch although, I would have used a gong if I had one on a few that went on too long!



Early the next morning, it was my turn to speak. Devotions started at 6:00am. That is early! Devotions began with praise and worship and then quiet Bible study time. They are teaching the kids how to study the Bible on their own so they will be prepared when they leave camp to continue what they have learned.

Then I was up. I continued with the Godly potential theme. As I prayed about what God wanted me to share with them, I found myself reflecting on my high school years and what held me back from reaching my potential. I focused on two things: fear and shame. I was very fearful in high school - afraid of rejection. And, I was ashamed about who I was. I didn't like my appearance which made me not confident, which in turn made my fear worse. I wanted to encourage the kids to find their identity in Christ alone, not in what others think or by worldly standard. Then I challenged them to be available to be used by God - as they are and where they are using Colossians 1:21-23 as my main verses.



After devotions, we had breakfast, followed by more teachings from Judges. Another teacher was doing a verse by verse study. It was really great. Then we had our Sunday morning service. We had a time of worship, followed by prayer and testimonies. Then George spoke. He taught from John 1:35-43 and did an awesome job. He too encouraged the kids to discover their Godly potential. He was funny, focused, involved the kids and motivating. It was really good and the kids were very challenged.



After lunch, it was time to leave and go back to Kisumu. I loved the Trinity Fellowship Youth Camp. They are putting on a great program to teach kids about God and equipping them to change their generation. I look forward to the next one we are able to attend.