What is a favourite memory from your summer?
My favourite memory from my summer so far is seeing three members of my small group getting baptized. It was such an encouragement seeing how God is working in them and helping them grow in Him this past year.
I am also encouraged to see that God is using me and the gifts He gave me for His kingdom.
How are you seeking to live missionally in this season of your life?
In this season of my life, I am seeking to spend more time praying for our brothers and sisters in Christ who live in countries where they are facing persecution. I am also seeking to get to know my neighbours. For example, joining a local running club, and also starting some small talk with people living next door.
How have you been encouraged or challenged in your journey to participate in God’s mission?
The Word of God has always encouraged and challenged me. James 1:22 is a good example: "Be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves." This verse challenged me not only to grow in knowledge, but also to deepen my love for Christ and enhance my ability to serve others at church and in the community.
Hebrews 12:3 is a great encouragement: "Consider him who endured from sinners such hostility against himself, so that you may not grow weary or fainthearted." When I feel I am growing weary in my journey to participate in God's mission, fixing my eyes on Jesus helps me to run with endurance the race that is set before us.
What opportunities did you have this summer to serve God?
I started a book club this summer, reading Tim Keller's "The Reason for God." Initially, this was an idea for my small group - I thought reading good Christian books could help us learn more about God and deepen our relationship with Him. I also thought it was a good idea to learn more about apologetics, the defence of the faith, not just to prepare ourselves to answer big questions from non-believers, but also to help us know God more. Some people in my small group thought it was a great idea and that we could invite other young adults at Knox. So we announced this during our weekly young adult gathering, and a couple of young adults joined us. As a result, Knox Young Adults hosted our first-ever book club.
What are you hopeful for moving forward?
Many young adults at Knox have the hunger to learn more about God. Moving forward, I am hopeful that our young adults at Knox will continue to grow in grace and become more like Christ, and love our neighbours.
