More Nuggets

On Scripture Engagement. This is more than just the religious discipline of Bible Study. It is a lifestyle which involves loving, living and sharing God's Word. It should be cultivated out of a desire to develop our relationship with God, but meeting Him through His Word.

On Engaging the University. This involves more than our regular activities of worship, prayer, Bible Study and evangelism. It involves examining what the Bible teaches about current issues;reaching out to persons on campus other than students; finding out how your faith relates to your course of study.

On Unity in diversity. We are each created in God's image, and we reflect Him in our diversity.

On the importance of Graduates' Fellowship.  There is always a new generation of students coming in to be impacted. Graduates need to be involved in supporting the work so it can continue.

On financial crisis in Greece. The world doesn't know what to do about the financial crisis in Greece, but they were warmly welcomed into the IFES family as a new member country.

On witnessing. Witness comes from the root word used for 'martyr'. Our experience in Christ is so profound, it is worth dying for.

On community. Rather than expecting people to behave before they are included into our community, we accept unbelievers so they belong. In time they will believe, and then behaviour will follow.

On pressure. When pressured by society we have three options:
1. Isolation - separate ourselves; do not engage with society
2. Assimilation - compromise our standards, thereby losing our identity
3. Challenge - made a bold stand for what is right; choosing to submit to God rather than man

On suffering. God doesn't plan to inflict suffering on us, but He uses it to accomplish His purposes. We can become more effective Christians when we endure suffering. As members of Christ's body, we share in the suffering of others, even if we are not persecuted.

The call to discipleship in a broken world involves suffering. The gospel continues to persevere in the face of suffering. Suffering is the price you pay for progress in the Christian life. It enables us to mature and grow in holiness and purity.

On growing disciples. Transformation takes more than just hearing the Word. Doing is what transforms lives. Reflection and prayer are also key aspects to transformation.

On running the race. There are traps which are designed to keep us from achieving the prize. We should not just look the part, but be prepared to live the Christian life.

On formacion. Student leaders need to be encouraged to be open and honest about their problems, so they can see themselves as redeemed sinners instead of frustrated saints. We need to develop in them a desire for holiness. It is a life-long process that seeks to form the character of Jesus in the lives of the students.