0203 Youth Camp Reflections

To Youths:
You could have done it a sloppy way.
You could have close an eye, ignoring the needs.
You could have pretended hearing nothing of the passion.
It would be easier THAT way...

We'll then not fall sick. (And get scolded.)
We'll then have plenty hours of rest. (To do our own stuffs.)
We'll then not have to rush our tests and homework. (And get As.)
It would be more comfortable THAT way...

But you guys didn't! You went all the way with a tight budget to come out with man-made items. You replace church tshirt to youth tshirt to show your unity. You brought microwave, hotplates and electronic tepanyaki down because there were no stoves. You made your own light sticks, you negotiated with the bike and boat uncles. You remembered who to thank, and thanked them. You shared your testimonies, with an aim at heart. You amazed me by your abilities. You shocked me by your talents. I'm stunned by all your stuns.

People who don't understand may ask think we overworked, we shouldn't have such packed schedule. BUT WAIT! Don't you start blaming our church, our God, our religion for all these. In any areas which we may fail to balance well, (Eg: falling sick, piling homework, insufficient sleep, bad results...) IT'S OUR FAULT. Problem lies with our time management, our laziness, our weak health, our shortsightedness, our naiveness, our neglects, our capabilities, our abilities... We'll do it better next time. So don't you dare blame my God, my Charis, my Leaders, blame me instead if you really need to. As adults, you have gone through the transitions yourselves, now it's our turn. Come and gain some insights about how they may feel as they cross this threshold in their lives? Instead of sitting back to judge, learning the areas to support them will help yourself and us!

We were grateful that many people in our church were supportive and helpful to our youth camp. Jinfa donated his whole morning to us, driving us here and there to get the things we need. TQ2 not only gave us more chalets(I cannot imagine if they didn't help...), they also assured us by asking if we have enough resources. TQ3 sponsored our finale night's BBQ dinner, and say we can have better food there. Weiling and Heguo gave us themselves! Staying over, sacrificing their time to make sure we're safe, contributing ideas to improve our progs. Mushi and Daoshi came over to preach and make sure we're alive, not forgetting Anthony, Ah shun, Shi hai, FR, and even Caipapa Caimama came over! We felt so treasured... We are built in these every aspects of care and concern.

It has been a great time serving people with the youths, or executing games with Alvin, or heart-to-heart talk with Tiwa, or brainstorm ideas for YF's wedding decor... Well although all these need my time and effort, but I see it as a privilege being able to offer them.

The price which Jesus paid reminds me, I live to build the church.
And that, I'm living!