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We happen to attend Second Baptist Church in Waycross, GA; but, regardless of where you attend church or how you believe, this is what the Bible says:
John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
John 14:6 ...I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.
Romans 3:23 For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.
Romans 3:10 ...There is none righteous, no, not one.
II Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slack concerning his promise...but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
The word Awana stands for Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed and comes from 2 Timothy 2:15. "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth."
Awana is a wonderful tool for the local church. Besides the evangelism and discipleship opportunities it provides, Awana helps equip individuals in your church for the work of the ministry. Imagine turning your congregation into an army serving God. Having Awana in your church is a great way for fringe members to become involved, and it helps unite your lay leaders as a team in serving our Lord. People who have done little or no volunteer work find a place of meaningful ministry and are assimilated into your church. They work with the children and youth, share the gospel with them, encourage them, and have fun doing it! Soon many adults become so involved with Awana and other programs in the church that they can't imagine not being active in your ministry. This not only helps them to grow spiritually, but it benefits your church, too.
Awana works! Countless times, I've witnessed the way God has used this club program to reach youth and adults for Christ and train them to serve Him.
So, if you want to equip adults to serve our God — and evangelize, challenge, and train the youth of the world by using a Bible-based, Christ-centered program — Awana can help.
In His service,
The Awana Staff
Awana Clubs International
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