Here I am. Throughout the course of Scripture and Christian history, these three simple words have changed the course of many a person’s life. Responding to the call of God, even amid doubts or hesitations, begins a life-changing moment. For Mary and Moses, Samuel and Isaiah, all of whom were young when God’s call intersected their lives, these three words expressed their willingness to put their lives in God’s hands.
"Here I Am, Lord: Now What?” (this study) explores what it means to say “Here I am, Lord.” We need to understand our context, who we are, and who God is in order to reply. Through reading Scripture and thinking about these three aspects of call, youth try to make some important connections as they reflect on their response to God and their ability to say, “Here I am.”
We are pleased to provide three studies reflecting on what God is calling one to do and be. The activities and focus are just a little different, and your group may benefit from using all three of them.
"The Real Me" invites participants to resist focusing on what they will do in life and spend some time reflecting on the unique qualities that make them who they are. The session begins by looking at Harry Potter and the outside pressures he faced and the inner convictions he held. Participants will then consider what others are telling them about themselves and reflect on whether or not these remarks are really true.
"Who Am I? Understanding My Gifts and My Call" invites participants to reflect on the gifts and strengths they have and a time when these have been used for service to others. They will engage in a lectio divina exercise contemplating a scriptural verse describing the marks of a Christian and consider how these gifts may be used throughout their lives in service to the world.
About the Author
Lisa Nichols Hickman
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