This weekend, I watched REMIX students from Freedom
Christian exhibit an immense amount of talent. From excellently performed
melodies, to rocking percussion solos, to beautifully composed art, to sobering
human videos, REMIX displayed a plethora of talents at Fine Arts. While there
is something to be said about the natural talent possessed by REMIX students,
that is not what is most impressive about this group. Rather, it is their heart
behind the performance. It is their urgency to develop, create, and do what
they were made to do. It is their desire
to use their gifts not to perform, but to WORSHIP that is so inspiring.
In worship to God, students gave their time. REMIX students
could have spent their time over the past few months watching tv, shopping,
playing video games, or doing anything else. Instead, however, they dedicated their
personal free time to develop their God-given talents.
In worship to God, REMIX students stepped outside their
comfort zone. Instead of letting fear hold them back, students boldly and
confidently used their talents to sing songs of praise, reflect the beauty of
creation through art, and teach the gospel.
In worship to God, excellence was actively sought after. The
performances and art created by Freedom Christian’s youth were not done
halfheartedly. Each performance was well-practiced, thoughtful, and
intentional. REMIX did not solely bring God glory through their performances at
Fine Arts, but by pursuing excellence in preparation.
In worship to God, encouragement
and support was given to all those
developing their skills to share the gospel. At the celebration service (when
all the merit awards are announced), REMIX students loudly cheered for every
single winner, regardless of whether or not they knew the person.
The mindset behind sacrificing time, stepping outside one’s
comfort zone, pursuing excellence, and supporting the Church as a whole boils
down to one thing: WORSHIP. REMIX students have captured the vision of living a
lifestyle of worship, using their gifts to glorify God and share the gospel. It
is my hope that we, as a church, follow the great example set by our youth. Let
us give sacrificially of our time, willingly step outside our comfort zone,
pursue excellence, and have a missional mindset.
God has gifted you with talent. What are you going to do
with it?
Written by: Tamara Sturdivant
Edited by: De Ann Sturdivant
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