Day 6 - Youth Ensemble Summer Tour

June 12

Day 6 - Overcoming Terror at Busch Gardens

We began the day with a morning devotional about figuring out the 'big picture." We have talked this week about so many big things: Big Prayer, Big Plans, Big Ideas, and a Big God. We have to realize that Christianity is so much more than some big category that we may not be able to reach. God is small enough to touch and desperately wants to have a personal relationship with you in all the areas of your life, not just the spiritual part. The scripture passage was from John 2; the first miracle of Jesus. This was not some grand or big miracle such as feeding 5000 or raising someone from the dead; it was the turning of water into wine. In this passage, Jesus shows that he is interested in the social aspect of people's lives. God wants to work on an individual level in all of our lives.

After the morning devotion, we loaded up for Busch Gardens. We broke up into small groups and everyone seemed to have a great time. There was a little fear at some of the roller coasters, but enough of other rides and shows to keep everyone happy. Lunch was at the park with your small group. Following the park closure, we headed over to Golden Corral for an evening buffet.

We returned to the hotel a tired and full bunch. We had an evening devotional from Jody who continued with the theme of overcoming fear. The passage was from Matthew, where Peter was able to walk on water by keeping his eyes focused on Jesus. God calls us to do impossible things by faith so He can receive glory when they are done. We should keep our eyes on Jesus in every aspect of life. Whenever we do something with God's help we need to remember to give Him the glory for it.

God is big enough to handle all things, but he is small enough to be your best friend.