28th Oct 2006 Youth Alpha 2

We’ve already heard about the darkness that Halloween can bring to the world and some people this time of year. And we know that it isn’t all fun and games. I remember being really disappointed when I was little because my parents wouldn’t let me join in with dressing up. But when I look back I realise that there is some thing so much better than the evil that is around.

During Alpha we have been looking straight into the face of the thing that is so much better… Jesus! We have learnt about how Jesus saved you and me by dying on the cross and taking away all of our sins. We have learnt about how we will no longer die, but share eternal life with Jesus in heaven. And we have pondered on why and how we should share our faith. Basically we have covered an awful lot of things about the faith that we find ourselves in day to day.

If you haven’t been practicing sharing what you have learned, now would be a great time to start. In the bible Jesus is referred to as the ‘Light of the world’. While Jesus was on the earth he told us that we are the light of the world too! We need to shine into the darkness, all the bad stuff that happens, which surrounds us. You are not alone, take a look around! There are older people and younger people to help you. If you have any questions we will try to answer them – and by the way, you’ll never stop asking questions.

We hope that you have had a fun day, and just as we light the candles for tonight we will be praying that you can share your faith with your friends, not just on Halloween night, but throughout the year. Tonight we’ll hear some people’s experiences and what they have learnt throughout Alpha, hopefully that will encourage you to go and do the same.

NOW for the challenge!!! Between now and dinner you have the opportunity to compliment, or add to your outfit for tonight. You will each be given 10 glo sticks, with attachers. It is your task to create something, anything with them. They will be judged as you arrive at 6.30pm. Remember its smart casual tonight!! See you at 6.30pm with your guest!!