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YOUTH SHARE MESSAGES OF HOPE IN RED DEER
CHURCH NEWS
As people of God, it makes us happy and excited whenever we get to listen and hear about the coming return of our Lord Jesus Christ. This is the good news that makes the followers of Christ keep going forward and encouraged. It becomes even more exciting when we see young people share the good news of Jesus Christ in their own tender way. Their young faith exudes innocence and pureness that can inspire many to hold on to their faith.
On October 29, 2022, Red Deer Adventist Church had the privilege to witness a wonderful homily presented by not only one or two, but three of its talented young people in the persons of Bryan Sending (11), Jaeden Muthiah (11) and London Quines (12). This is the outcome when three avenues joined together in training a child: Loved at home, nurtured at Red Deer Adventist church, and taught at South Side Christian School.
Bryan with his clear tone, opened with a sermon topic that talked about the Second Coming of Jesus Christ and the fullness of His glory when He returns. He encouraged us to be ready and invited people to accept Jesus’ invitation to know Him more and to not only accept Him as Saviour but also as a Friend.
Jaeden who appeared very confident and composed followed with a topic entitled “When Jesus Comes Back.” His message gave a strong impression when he emphasized on what had been told in 1 Corinthians 15:54-55. Death had been swallowed up in victory, death has lost its sting! What good news for all of us, our Saviour Jesus Christ who died and rose again has won the victory over death forever. Jesus’ death and resurrection give meaning to our Christian life and journey and provide us with the hope that one day soon we will be together with Jesus forever.
London concluded the series with a talk focusing on “What is Jesus doing Now?” Naturally eloquent and charismatic, his excitement of sharing what he believes Jesus is doing now was very inspiring. He reminded us that Jesus is preparing a wonderful place and a home for His people who will remain faithful to Him until the end. He enthusiastically encouraged us to have a strong and powerful relationship with Jesus.
The three youth speakers, Bryan, Jaeden and London, with their mentor, Pastor Moises Ruiz.
I want to personally thank Bryan, Jaeden, and London for touching my heart with the message that God sent through them on that Sabbath day. I believe that a lot of other people will share my sentiment. I encourage all of us to continue to pray for our youth and their families as they also continue with their Christian journeys. I believe that we can neither be too young nor too old to share the gospel.
By Marjorie Landicho, Red Deer Adventist Church
