Last January, I was really struggling with depression. Then, I was shown an outpouring of love.
I was then able to go on a retreat with my youth group. It was exactly what I needed. I was surrounded by God and his love and people I love. Then in may, I graduated from high school.
In July, I went on a mission trip with my youth group. On our last night there, we did an activity that is called the encouragement circle. When my youth pastor came to me, he asked me to become an adult leader for him. I said yes without any second thoughts. I had been praying he would ask me.
In August, I started being a leader. I have really enjoyed seeing the students grow in Christ. It has been a blessing for me!!! I really didn't want to leave my youth group and I didn't have too.
Then this past weekend, we went on d-now again. I was a leader this time. It has been a huge blessing. It does not matter whether you're a student of not, it can still mean something for you. It sure did mean something for me. It taught me to read my bible more and actually apply it not just read it. Then during he last worship service, my best friend comes to me during the invitation time and says I want to talk to you. Her and I went and talked. She said to me, "You can probably tell, but I've been running from God and I want to come back!" I prayed with her and she rededicated her life to Christ!!! I was so proud and still am!!! It has been an absolutely amazing weekend!!!!
