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| Wanda |
| 04.06.04 (8:01 am) [edit] |
"We know that you are sinere, and teach
the way of God in accordance with truth."
[b]Matthew 22:16b (NRSV)[/b]
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I have known Wanda all my life. Besides being my youth group leader and Sunday school teacher, she is also my cousin.
Although Wanda is nearly twenty years older than I am, she is someone I truly admire--and not simply because we're related.
Wanda puts everyone's needs in front of her own; she listens to whatever a person has to say, no matter how long it takes. And Wanda is always cheerful, which in turn brings joy to those around her.
Wanda is like my second mom, and she is definitely a true friend to all of us in the youth group--especially to me. She guided me back to God and helped me to re-establish that relationship when I needed it most. She and I grow closer every year. I cannot think of anyone else in my life who has encouraged me and has filled me with happiness the way Wanda does. Without her, I wouldn't be the person I am today. I thank God for placing Wanda in my life. She is truly my role model and my teacher.
[b]Adam B. Parton, 20[/b]
Hopewell, Virginia
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[b]Think and Act:[/b] Who is your spiritual role model? Who teaches you
the ways of God? Make a card or write a note, thanking this
person for his or her example and encouragement.
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| And the Winner Is... |
| 04.05.04 (8:57 am) [edit] |
The teaching of the wise is a fountain of life.
[b]Proverbs 13:14a (NIV)[/b]
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One day in Sunday school, our teacher asked us to name the one person we felt was most Christ-like. Overwhelmingly, we voted for Chris, our youth pastor. When out teacher asked us why we chose Chris, we laughed. Perhaps we thought the reasons were obvious.
By being open and honest, Cris has helped each of us to grow in faith. For example, he asks tough questions to challenge us to think about new ideas and to re-think old ones. When we ask Chris difficult questions, he gives practical advice and points out the truths in God's word. If he doesn't know the answer, he isn't ashamed to say, "I don't know." Chris is also humble enough to admit his own failures instead of trying to place blame on others. He doesn't feel as if he has to be perfect.
On a personal level, Chris has helped me to explore my own morals and values, to discover my limitations, and to test my strengths. He has also encouraged me to live my Christian life openly in the world.
I'm glad that I have a youth pastor with strong character. It' encouraging to see that people can really make a difference by living for Jesus. Hopefully, no matter what job I choose, I will be able to help others as Chris has helped me.
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[b]5-Second Prayer:[/b] Thank you, God, for
those who challenge and nurture us in
the faith. Amen.
[b]Nicole Jonas, 19[/b]
Indianapolis, Indiana
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