by Kate White<\/p>\n
Ever been on an alternative break or religious conference? Drop everything and go if you ever have the opportunity. Honestly, Spring Break in Panama City Beach with Cru was exactly what I needed. Before last week\u2014I had no idea what my life was missing.
\nI doubted my decision to go: I want to go home. I don\u2019t want to pay. I have too much homework. What if I feel uncomfortable? All of those lies were shattered within the first hour. Big Break built life-long friendships, kindled my faith, refreshed my mind and gave me purpose in a week\u2019s time. Talk about mind-blowing!
\nOur first session celebrated God like never before: flashing lights, dub step, dancing and all. The speakers were witty and inspirational. Their messages tugged at my heart: we\u2019re all hurting inside, yearning for a greater purpose. Flashing red light, Aha! Moment. WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN ALL MY LIFE?!(Yeah, I had a lot of those moments in PCB)
\nWe\u2019re yearning for more because this world can\u2019t satisfy our needs. Only a relationship with God can heal that void that we\u2019ve all tried to fill. Once we place our trust in Him, life will be enhanced in ways we\u2019ve never imagined. And guess what? Everyone\u2019s invited to the party.
\nThat\u2019s where evangelism *shudder* comes into play. That word has a very negative connotation, but hear me out. The key to sharing your faith is not in spewing out bible verses. It\u2019s listening. After all, you\u2019re sharing the good news because you care about where that person will spend eternity. You genuinely must care about the other person\u2019s life. Then if they\u2019re willing, you can share how God has enhanced yours. It may be uncomfortable but that person\u2019s eternity with God is worth it.
\nIf nothing else, you\u2019ve gained a better perspective and appreciation for different beliefs. We\u2019re all trying to find meaning in our lives. After Spring Break, I\u2019m feeling a lot better knowing that God\u2019s got it all under control.
\n1 Timothy 4:12-16 ESV<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
by Kate White Ever been on an alternative break or religious conference? Drop everything and go if you ever have the opportunity. Honestly, Spring Break in Panama City Beach with Cru was exactly what I needed. Before last week\u2014I had no idea what my life was missing. I doubted my decision to go: I…<\/p>\n