For today's devotional, again we will use the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America's Book of Faith questions, which will also be a big part of Camp Mount Luther's GROW Time with campers this summer. First, read the passage and then discuss the four questions below. Conclude by reading the reflection and ponder the quote presented.
Reading: Revelation 21: 3-4 QUESTION 1: What scares, confuses, or challenges me in this text? (or for younger kids, which part of the story doesn’t make sense to me?) QUESTION 2: What delights me in this text? (or for younger kids, what is my favorite part of the story?) QUESTION 3: What stories or memories does this text stir in me? (or for younger kids, what does this story remind me of?) QUESTION 4: What is God up to in this text? (or for younger kids, what is God or Jesus doing in this story?) Reflection: It's tough when someone we love dies. My grandmothers died six months apart- that was tough. When my "adopted grandmother" died, her family decided to have a private funeral. I had to say my goodbyes the night before the funeral. I was devastated when our family dog was hit and killed by a car in front of our house when I was a child. We had a proper burial for her, including a short visitation in the dining room and burying her in a child-sized casket. When you have to deal with the death of a loved one, it's comforting to know that God is with us. We may feel great sorrow, but God is there with us and is helping us deal with the pain. Death is a part of life. We should also remember that God overcame death and has prepared a place for those who believe. --Chad Hershberger, Camp Mount Luther Director Closing:
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