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SPENDING A SUMMER

SERVING OTHERS IS

A REAL BLESSING AT

For many college students, work or missions. No amount of

summer is not a time of just rest money can compare to the rich

and relaxation. They spend much blessings that God bestows upon

of their "vacation” working part- those who willingly

time or full-time jobs to earn sacrifice for His service.

money for next year’s tuition. The thrill of watching

Some students at the College children come to know

choose to "sacrifice” time and the the Lord, memorize The thrill of seeing

earning potential of a regular job verses, and grow in the
children introduced

so that they can serve God by Lord is the most

to Christ and

working at a Christian camp. Becky wonderful feeling known

watching them

Hilton said, "Even though I gave to a Christian. "No

up my summer to serve the Lord, matter how many times grow spiritually is

He has been faithful in providing you get to lead a child to the most wonderful

my needs for my college bill. God Christ, the joy you feel feeling known

will provide as long as I am never becomes dimmed. to Christians.

faithful to serve Him.” It is so exciting to see a

The experience proves to be new life born into the

extremely rewarding for all who family of God,” states

are involved in this adventure. Debbie Jenkin. Jesus says

Occasionally, students who work in Matthew 10:17, "Suffer the

at summer camp realize that the little children to come unto me, for

Lord is calling them into youth such is the kingdom of Heaven.”

Answering the call to minister to

children has been a common

thread among the various students

here. They recognize the urgent

need to reach children for Christ.

Camps appeal to people with a variety of

interests. Tamara Brown worked at the

Bill Rice Ranch in Murfreesboro,

Tennessee. “ I chose this camp because

they set aside special weeks for deaf

children. Watching them grow in the Lord

made me stop and thank God for all that

He has given to me. The children’s sweet

spirits blessed and encouraged me daily.”

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