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What Really Happened After The Camp

Admittedly, there was a slight hint of hesitation when I confirmed my attendance at the camp. Why? Because I knew I'd be the oldest camper this season or probably ever. How uncomfortable is the idea, huh?
But then I remembered three things (I got the first two from hearing my friends' messages in the past)...
One, children are never too old to honor God. (As for my case, I am not too old to learn and discover new things, most especially if it's for God's glory and honor.)
Two, God calls us to go somewhere and He will show us the way. (It’s called stepping out of our comfort zones.)
And lastly, my devotion on that day (when I was supposed to confirm my attendance) was entitled "bound to encourage.” (I thought to myself, “Hey, I'm invited to this year's Kainos. I should be encouraged.)
So, I typed “yes” and hit send.
You see how God operates? His plans are equally intricate and amazing, from day zero, to the days of the camp and to the aftermath (which happens to be the most important).
In Exodus 23:20-21, it says: "See, I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared. Pay attention to him and listen to what he says. Do not rebel against him; he will not forgive your rebellion, since my Name is in him. "
And Romans 8:28 says: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."
I've had my countless moments with God and I've always been amazed as to how God puts everything into perspective for me. Even during the camp when I was at a loss for words, clueless of what to do or when I was being asked about how I feel about some things (things that really matter). I only have to put my heart into something, seek wisdom from Him through prayers and voila, God reveals something to me to ponder on and remember.
Indeed, if you operate under God’s purpose in your life, you release power and there is power in the name of Jesus!
Nonetheless, in spite of all the things I've mentioned, I still consider myself a work in progress. I am no better than anyone. I always have this need to seek Him because I'm too scared to lose my way in this changing world.
Now, I am grateful for what Kainos had given me. It allowed me to reconnect with God in ways I could never imagine.
Things haven't been really good for me a few days before the camp but I was given hope.
While those three days have been a bit odd and emotional, the aftermath is surprisingly intense that I woke up on the third day of December even more eager to seek Him.
And just like that, I understood Kainos' main verse: "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation." (II Corinthians 5:17‭-‬18)
You know, there is something more than believing, and that is living on and for what you believe. Let's stop existing and start living.
I can keep going about my amazing moments with God. I can keep telling you how Kainos made me feel. But it doesn't really matter unless you yourself seek God.
So how are you seeking God today?

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