At camp, we are diving deep into the truth that engaging with God is the starting point to impact the world around us. The verse from Luke 10:27 teaches us that loving God with everything we have—heart, soul, strength, and mind—is the foundation for living a life that makes a difference. As we engage with God fully, we are called to love others, extending the impact of God’s love to everyone around us.
Engage with God means developing a personal, dynamic relationship with Him. When we actively seek God’s presence, listen to His voice, and allow His Spirit to work in us, we are equipped to be His hands and feet in the world. This relationship will fuel our passion and purpose to love others as we love ourselves, impacting our communities, schools, and the world in a tangible way.
Weaving the Theme into Spiritual Formation
The Cedarbrook philosophy is that we believe Christ is in all aspect of life, so whether we are canoeing, walking to the dining hall or shooting a bow and arrow we can talk about God and how whatever we are doing relates to our Christian walk. Our theme in no different. We weave the theme into all we do, from the moment they get up to the moment they go to bed, games, songs, decorations, personal devotions time, cabin time, etc. is weaved into the theme.
Key Points for 2025 Theme
Loving God Completely:
- Heart: Passionately pursue a relationship with God.
- Soul: Be transformed from the inside out by God’s love.
- Strength: Use your abilities and energy to serve God.
- Mind: Engage with God intellectually, understanding His word and His will.
Loving Your Neighbor:
- When we love God with all our being, we naturally desire to love those around us.
- Love is not just an emotion but an action. It’s shown through service, kindness, and empathy toward others.
- The impact of God’s love should extend to everyone, especially those in need, marginalized, or hurting.
Impacting Your World:
- As we engage with God, we are empowered by the Holy Spirit to be salt and light in the world.
- Your actions, words, and heart attitudes reflect God’s love to others, creating a ripple effect that touches your school, neighborhood, family, and even the world.
Practical ways to impact the world:
- Serve others in your community.
- Be a voice for those who can’t speak for themselves.
- Show grace and forgiveness.
- Share the gospel with your friends and family.
Camp Focus:
During camp, we will learn how to cultivate a deeper connection with God, exploring what it looks like to love God with everything we have. Through personal quiet time, Cabin Bible studies, and activities, cabin time, we’ll discover how God can use us all to make a difference in the world. Together, we will explore ways to be the hands and feet of Jesus, transforming our hearts and our world by loving both God and others.
Theme Verse
Luke 10:27 – “He answered, ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”
