Andy Bell's First Week Reflection

Jubilee Weekend One was a bit of a tornado. It came down quickly, a lot of stuff went flying, and afterward nothing really looked the same. Thankfully this "difference" wasn't nearly as destructive as the real thing and by the grace of God we got through it all. I spent most of the weekend really stressed out. I can't say I'm proud of that, but I do feel I learned a lot from it. I had begun reading Philippians during the week for my nightly devotionals, and Chapter 4 happened to be Sunday night's reading. Looking back at the weekend and how stressed out I had become I was struck by verses 6 and 7 of Chapter 4, which read: "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." After the weekend, I really needed that. My head wasn't where it should have been, and so God gave me my wake up call. Regardless of how stressed I may become, I praise him for the chance to be in ministry for Him with young people and adults who care about Him and His kingdom.

Andy Bell