July | Camp Living Hope Bible Journaling Kit

Welcome to Camp Living Hope! If you’re just joining us, we’re so happy you decided to fully explore and discover the overflowing Hope found only in Jesus! For those of you continuing on from session one, we are excited to extend our adventure with you!

God’s creation is astounding! The diversity of His landscapes, the never-ending palette of colors – intricately placed upon His canvas, and His vast array of wild-life, leaves the mind swirling in its senses. When we consider the size of His star-filled night sky, it’s impossible to fathom the fullness of all creation. Every created thing displays His sweet care and wisdom, because He has lovingly thought through every detail. (Nehemiah 9:6) Friends, this detail includes you: His sweetest creation. You were created to play a vital role in stewarding God’s amazing plan here on earth.

(Colossians 1:16) If you doubt your ability and uniqueness even for a moment, consider this. There are 17,958 adjectives describing human characteristics alone: brave, compassionate, powerful, timid, thoughtful, etc… When you add in each individual’s talents, abilities, tastes, interests, attitudes, and values, an infinite number of possibilities are produced. Surrounded by His colossal creation and endless personalities, you might wonder how we, a sinfully flawed people, will ever rightly steward our purpose here on earth. Be encouraged, our wise and loving Father didn’t bring you this far to leave you hanging. He is The Sustainer of it all! Emily

Dickinson often included God’s creation in her writings. She wrote a beautiful poem about living a life filled with hope, “Hope is the thing with feathers” Hope is portrayed as a small bird, its song the most beautiful amidst trials and challenges. Faithfully stewarding our walk with Jesus displays not only His beauty, but the unfailing power of the gospel. Friends, you have a purpose in God’s grand plan, and Jesus, our Living Hope, will equip you every step of the way through His beautiful and redeeming love. – Lisa Stander