March 19, 2007
Contents
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Scene Around 180
4. Surf Report
5. Birthdays
6. Video of The Week
7. Forgettable Fact
8. Potent Quotables
9. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
MS Pool & Pizza
Hey Middle Schoolers join us on THIS FRIDAY, March 23, 5:30 – 9:30, for a wet and wild adventure to North Clackamas Aquatic Park!
The cost is only $12 and comes with a great night of swimming and
lots of pizza!
See pictures of last year's Pool & Pizza here.
Need a 180 Release Form? Download one here.
Easter Egg Stuffing
Have we got an opportunity for you! As many of you know, Easter Super Saturday, our large outreach to the children of our community happening on the Saturday before Easter, is approaching! One fun element of the event is the Easter Egg hunt! That is where you come in!
On Tuesday, March 27 (Spring Break) we are going to gather from 10:00-12:30 to stuff thousands of plastic Easter Eggs to be hidden on the day of Super Saturday. Join us for a fun time of hanging out, stuffing eggs, and a pizza lunch when we are done!
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
GOD SPEAKS THROUGH YOU
TOPIC: Fear of sharing your faith
MAIN SCRIPTURE: "We are Christ's ambassadors, and God is using us to speak to you. We urge you, as though Christ himself were here pleading with you, 'Be reconciled to God!'" (2 Corinthians 5:20, NLT)
OTHER SCRIPTURES: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5; 2 Corinthians 2:16; Ephesians 6:19
WHAT JESUS MIGHT SAY TO YOU:
I know this is important for us to talk about. Sometimes this is difficult for some people who love me. They don't want to look like they're pressuring people or selling religion.
Some people want me to light up the sky and do flashy miracles, thinking that will cause everyone to believe in me. I could do it. But most often that's not God's plan. His plan is simple. He sent me to you, and I send you to others. Share my story person to person, life to life. You're a walking, talking example of me living in you.
Remember--it's not about you. No sales quotas or high pressure. I'm the one who lived the sinless life, died on the cross for the sins of the world, and defeated death. Keep the focus on my life, death, and resurrection. Avoid pointless arguments that go nowhere. Let them know you didn't deserve or earn grace and forgiveness. They are gifts from a loving God. Invite them to connect their lives with me as you did.
Keep it simple. Keep it real. The world is overloaded with crazy ideas that try to explain the meaning of life. When you tell my story using words others can understand, and they see authentic changes in your life, I will become real to them.
Not everyone will like you or your message. Some people will hate you (and me) when you talk about the good news. It can be discouraging. Keep on loving these people. Pray for them. God loves them as much he loves you!
But to the people who are seeking God, your life and message will be like the aroma of a delicious meal or the most wonderful perfume. Let me work through your life to reach your friends.
Love, Jesus
SUMMARY CHALLENGE: "Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone, everywhere." (Mark 16:15, NLT)
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Taken from "Conversations with Jesus" by Youth For Christ, copyright 2006, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SCENE AROUND 180
Budding young rock star Leah Wiseman was caught on camera last Thursday night with Aaron's guitar.
Taken a picture with your camera phone at a 180 event lately? Send it to newsletter@180students.com. You just might find it in next week's newsletter!
4. SURF REPORT
~ Mexico 2007: Learn all you need to know about our Mexico Outreach this summer. See last years pictures, video, and team member reports. Should you join us this year?
~ Sand Art: Make your own amazing creation with sand and your mouse
5. BIRTHDAYS
We've got three this week! HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Ray Ramirez, Zach Munger, Carrie Ann McCracken, & Mellini Wall! We wish you all the BEST!
6. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Have you seen the Leeland video "Sound of Melodies"?
7. FORGETTABLE FACT
A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
8. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Always seek peace between your heart and God, but in this world, always be careful to remain ever-restless, never satisfied, and always abounding in the work of the Lord."
- Jim Elliot
"Wherever you are, be all there. Live to the hilt every situation you believe to be the will of God."
- Jim Elliot
===========our|sponsor===========
HEAR WHAT JESUS HAS TO SAY TO YOU
Jesus has something to say to you. He wants you to know that you are part of something much bigger...you're part of God's story. But what does that mean? In this 60-day devo you'll receive daily letters from Jesus and spend some time journaling your thoughts back to him as you take part in the conversation and learn what your part is in God's story.
Learn more or purchase "Conversations with Jesus" here.
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9. PARTING SHOT
Computers make very fast, very accurate mistakes.
1. 180 News
2. Something for Your Heart
3. Scene Around 180
4. Surf Report
5. Birthdays
6. Video of The Week
7. Forgettable Fact
8. Potent Quotables
9. Parting Shot
1. 180 NEWS
MS Pool & Pizza
Hey Middle Schoolers join us on THIS FRIDAY, March 23, 5:30 – 9:30, for a wet and wild adventure to North Clackamas Aquatic Park!
The cost is only $12 and comes with a great night of swimming andlots of pizza!
See pictures of last year's Pool & Pizza here.Need a 180 Release Form? Download one here.
Easter Egg Stuffing
Have we got an opportunity for you! As many of you know, Easter Super Saturday, our large outreach to the children of our community happening on the Saturday before Easter, is approaching! One fun element of the event is the Easter Egg hunt! That is where you come in!
On Tuesday, March 27 (Spring Break) we are going to gather from 10:00-12:30 to stuff thousands of plastic Easter Eggs to be hidden on the day of Super Saturday. Join us for a fun time of hanging out, stuffing eggs, and a pizza lunch when we are done!
2. SOMETHING FOR YOUR HEART
GOD SPEAKS THROUGH YOU
TOPIC: Fear of sharing your faith
MAIN SCRIPTURE: "We are Christ's ambassadors, and God is using us to speak to you. We urge you, as though Christ himself were here pleading with you, 'Be reconciled to God!'" (2 Corinthians 5:20, NLT)
OTHER SCRIPTURES: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5; 2 Corinthians 2:16; Ephesians 6:19
WHAT JESUS MIGHT SAY TO YOU:
I know this is important for us to talk about. Sometimes this is difficult for some people who love me. They don't want to look like they're pressuring people or selling religion.
Some people want me to light up the sky and do flashy miracles, thinking that will cause everyone to believe in me. I could do it. But most often that's not God's plan. His plan is simple. He sent me to you, and I send you to others. Share my story person to person, life to life. You're a walking, talking example of me living in you.
Remember--it's not about you. No sales quotas or high pressure. I'm the one who lived the sinless life, died on the cross for the sins of the world, and defeated death. Keep the focus on my life, death, and resurrection. Avoid pointless arguments that go nowhere. Let them know you didn't deserve or earn grace and forgiveness. They are gifts from a loving God. Invite them to connect their lives with me as you did.
Keep it simple. Keep it real. The world is overloaded with crazy ideas that try to explain the meaning of life. When you tell my story using words others can understand, and they see authentic changes in your life, I will become real to them.
Not everyone will like you or your message. Some people will hate you (and me) when you talk about the good news. It can be discouraging. Keep on loving these people. Pray for them. God loves them as much he loves you!
But to the people who are seeking God, your life and message will be like the aroma of a delicious meal or the most wonderful perfume. Let me work through your life to reach your friends.
Love, Jesus
SUMMARY CHALLENGE: "Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone, everywhere." (Mark 16:15, NLT)
**
Taken from "Conversations with Jesus" by Youth For Christ, copyright 2006, Youth Specialties/Zondervan. Used by permission. Order the book here.
3. SCENE AROUND 180
Budding young rock star Leah Wiseman was caught on camera last Thursday night with Aaron's guitar.
Taken a picture with your camera phone at a 180 event lately? Send it to newsletter@180students.com. You just might find it in next week's newsletter!4. SURF REPORT
~ Mexico 2007: Learn all you need to know about our Mexico Outreach this summer. See last years pictures, video, and team member reports. Should you join us this year?
~ Sand Art: Make your own amazing creation with sand and your mouse
5. BIRTHDAYS
We've got three this week! HAPPY BIRTHDAY wishes go out to Ray Ramirez, Zach Munger, Carrie Ann McCracken, & Mellini Wall! We wish you all the BEST!
6. VIDEO OF THE WEEK
Have you seen the Leeland video "Sound of Melodies"?
7. FORGETTABLE FACT
A car operates at maximum economy, gas-wise, at speeds between 25 and 35 miles per hour.
8. POTENT QUOTABLES
"Always seek peace between your heart and God, but in this world, always be careful to remain ever-restless, never satisfied, and always abounding in the work of the Lord."
- Jim Elliot
"Wherever you are, be all there. Live to the hilt every situation you believe to be the will of God."
- Jim Elliot
===========our|sponsor===========
HEAR WHAT JESUS HAS TO SAY TO YOU
Jesus has something to say to you. He wants you to know that you are part of something much bigger...you're part of God's story. But what does that mean? In this 60-day devo you'll receive daily letters from Jesus and spend some time journaling your thoughts back to him as you take part in the conversation and learn what your part is in God's story.
Learn more or purchase "Conversations with Jesus" here.
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9. PARTING SHOT
Computers make very fast, very accurate mistakes.
