Christian Challenge UofA

Surge Discipleship Retreat Part 3
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We had a blast doing all sorts of outdoor activities around the camp. If you couldn't make it this year, we hope to see you at Surge next year!
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How do we persevere and THRIVE as exiles? The Holy Spirit gives you the power to live a Christ-like life! Even after suffering we are renewed and strengthened by Christ.
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“In his kindness God called you to share in his eternal glory by means of Christ Jesus. So after you have suffered a little while, he will restore, support, and strengthen you, and he will place you on a firm foundation. All power to him forever! Amen.” - 1 Peter 5:10-11 NLT

Surge Discipleship Retreat Part 2
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THANK YOU for all of your prayers for Surge! God has moved through the main sessions, breakout sessions, worship music, and fellowship. Also a huge thanks to our main speaker Pastor Chad, Challenge staff, and the camp for making it all happen!
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God does not promise us a perfect life with no problems, but he does promise to be with us when we suffer as exiles.
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“Remember, it is better to suffer for doing good, if that is what God wants, than to suffer for doing wrong!” -1 Peter‬ ‭3:17‬ ‭NLT‬‬
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Here's a glimpse of Day 1 of Surge, our annual Discipleship Retreat which is statewide!

Citizenship demands loyalty. And if you believe in Jesus, your citizenship is ultimately in heaven. Are you a citizen of heaven and willing to live it out here on earth? As an exile, we must make the daily choice of where our loyalty lies.

“Dear friends, I warn you as “temporary residents and foreigners” to keep away from worldly desires that wage war against your very souls.” -‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭2:11‬ ‭NLT‬‬

Tomorrow night we will be packing our Christmas shoeboxes! Sign up to bring items we need.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094eadab2aa3f85-shoebox

Every Wednesday we are out sharing God’s Truth on campus!

Only 2 weeks left to register for PROCLAIM!
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This is a Christian Challenge Evangelism Conference. It’s state-wide, and you can meet other Challenge students while learning how to effectively spread the Gospel! Lunch will be provided.
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DM to register or for more info.

Are you in a Community Group yet? Here at Christian Challenge we believe that community is key in building the Kingdom for Christ.
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It’s important for students to be connected with a small group to grow in faith and friendship. Community Groups exist so that you have closer group to study the Bible together, ask questions, discuss, pray, and live it out together.
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We have Community Groups at the times listed. All meet up at the Challenge building (address in our bio). These are a great way to get into a deeper discussion about God’s word! You in?

How are you feeling about the week that’s ahead? No matter what you are facing this week, the good news is that as Christians our home is in Heaven with the Lord and one day we will be with Him! But until then, we have a purpose here in this world.
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“Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand.” Colossians 3:1. As we go about this week, let’s set our minds on holy things and bring glory to His name who has delivered us. Our hope is meant to be shared with others while we are here on earth!
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How can you adopt an eternal perspective this week?

Serving with Tree of Llife Church today!
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Psalm 100:2 says "Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before his presence with singing." Let everything be done for his glory.
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Please pray for this church to continue shedding the light of the gospel to this community.
Bill Allen

Are you wondering what we'll be studying this semester during Challenge Nights?

For Fall 2021 we are studying the book of John!

A quick recap:
Week 1 - John 1:1-14
Week 2 - John 1:12-18