Pray First Updates

“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” 

— Hebrews 11:1

With May here and summer camp approaching, it’s worth remembering that following Jesus requires trust, especially when we’re short on answers. In the Bible, even those closest to Jesus dealt with doubt and hesitation. Some struggled to trust what was already revealed, while others needed a new perspective to see how God’s plan was unfolding. Then there was Thomas, who wanted certainty before he was ready to move.

We can all relate to that. We’ve seen God’s faithfulness in the past—His guidance is part of our history. But as we look at the upcoming summer, it’s still easy to hesitate and wonder how everything will work out. Trusting God usually means giving up our need for control and choosing to believe He is good, even when we can’t see the final result yet.
The encouraging thing is that Jesus meets us in that tension. He doesn’t leave us stuck, but stays close to remind us of what’s true. He is patient while He helps our faith grow, moving us from needing to see everything clearly to simply trusting Him. This is the faith He looks for, not one that has every detail figured out, but one built on His character.

As we get ready for another summer of ministry, let’s ask God to settle that trust in us. Let’s pray that we would really believe Him, taking Him at His word and stepping out when He leads, even when it’s a stretch. When we do, we’ll find out again that He is reliable and already moving. Life isn’t about finding certainty; it’s about trusting Christ right where we are.

PRAISES

• We praise God for the ways He continues to grow and strengthen faith in those connected to the ministry
• For increased guest group requests. 
• For a growing anticipation for what God will do in the upcoming summer season

PRAY WITH US

• That God would grow in us a deeper trust in Him, especially in areas where we feel uncertain
• For soft and responsive hearts in our guests, ready to follow when He leads
• For campers, families, and staff, that God would be preparing their hearts even now for what He will do this summer
• For continued provision, strength, and unity as we move into a full and impactful season of ministry

A FINAL ENCOURAGEMENT

Even those closest to Jesus didn’t always understand everything right away, yet He remained faithful to meet them, guide them, and grow their faith. The same is true for us today. As we look ahead, we can move forward with confidence, not because we have everything figured out, but because we trust the One who does.