Testimonies and Pismo Święte (Holy Writing)

Did you miss us yesterday? It was an absolutely beautiful day in all respects. As a team we spent some time in Sopot and Gdansk. The weather was perfect, we were able to do some sight seeing, and have some time of relaxation.

The most beautiful part of the day, however, was when we came back to camp to worship with the youth. The Polish team told the youth that it was their night of worship. No formal teaching was prepared. Worship time was filled with testimony by the youth and Polish worship songs. Justina was the first to come forward and share her testimony. She spoke of the journey her family took toward God. First her mom started looking for a church to attend and took Justina with her even though Justina's father was against this. Eventually the trial of her mother's cancer brought her father to Christ as well. Now they are attending church as a family.

Alyssa Neace also shared how God worked in her life during this camp. Even before we left for camp, she was anxious because she would not know anyone at camp. Her friend, Courtney Keefer, would not be going with her this year. Also, campers she was comforatable with from last year would not be attending. She was lonely at camp, and prayed that God would send her a friend. The next day God sent her three--Agata, Magda, and Justina. Nothing is too big or too small for God because he cares for us.

Filip shared about his resistance to coming to camp and how glad he was that he is here.

Szymon was very repentant about his relationship with his parents. He is seeking God in his life and has realized that he has a great life that he has been taking for granted. He expressed a desire to go home and strengthen his relationship with his parents. After sharing his desire, Pastor Marek asked that we pray for him. He also asked that if there were any other youth that had the same desire they should join Szymon up front. One by one they came until over half the campers were up front holding hands and joining in prayer. It was a powerful moment that will hopefully lead to changed lives.

So you may be wondering about today's blog title. At worship tonight we had a presentation from the Polish Bible Society. Everyone who attended recieved a New Testament Bible (in Polish). We also heard an interesting presentation on the history of the Bible and why we have so many translations. We also learned that Sergiusz is part of the team that is working on a new Polish translation. We hope that the Bible that the campers recieved tonight will be treasured as they are growing in their faith.

Each day has been amazing and just when you think that it can't get any better than this, God amazes us again. Oh, Praise Him!