The recent Campus Bible Study concluded gracefully, leaving attendees deeply inspired and spiritually nourished. Centered on Romans chapters 1 to 4, the retreat provided profound answers to pressing spiritual questions, leading to transformative moments for many. Held on Saturday, October 12th, the campus Bible study group became a vessel of abundant grace for the students in attendance.

Testimonies of Transformation

During the study, students shared heartfelt reflections, revealing the powerful impact of the messages.

One student reflected on the nature of righteousness, saying, “(The message) helped me see that righteousness is entirely received by grace through faith, not by the law. Because of our sinful nature, the law only makes us aware of sin.” This realization underscored the liberating truth of God’s grace, leaving the student with a renewed perspective on salvation.

Another student shared their journey of rediscovering faith after a long season of doubt and disappointment with the church. “I began a personal journey seeking God,” the student explained. “Along the way, I met the ministers here and started studying the Bible, believing we are true believers.” Their testimony highlighted the importance of authentic fellowship and biblical study in restoring trust in God’s church.

A third student expressed a heartfelt desire for deeper spiritual authenticity. “Many Christians today live based on forms and rituals,” they noted, “but I desire to become a true Christian and draw closer to God.” This aspiration resonated deeply with attendees, reminding them of the essence of a genuine walk with Christ.

A Renewed Sense of Purpose

These powerful testimonies filled the group with an atmosphere of grace, deeply touching the hearts of all who participated. For the campus ministers, these reflections were a poignant reminder of the weight and beauty of their calling. The responses of the students stirred a sense of holy fear, emphasizing the precious significance of their duties in nurturing spiritual growth.

Vashni Boamah from Nashville shared,” I think for myself it’s a challenge that is God is continued to guide me what I can do and what I can’t do, listen to what God can do for me and listen to what God can guide me towards. I think it’s free to know that He will continually love me and I will receive His grace to be reminded of that, be challenged to rely on God.”

Tony from St.Loius Immanuel Church shared, “I’m so thankful that we can gather here together on Easter days, through these bible studies which makes realize that Jesus is dead for me and how painful he experienced on the position of the cross when he separates with God. As today’s sermon mentioned, I was wondering before I met Jesus, but now when I have Jesus unconditionally love, I feel joyful to be here.  

“The most impressive part that touched me is Jews said we have a king but Caesar, I felt unbelievable why they thought Caser was their king at the beginning, but after these two days’ bible studies I found I was that person will regard Caesar as king, especially when I back to the campus I will face many temptations in what I should do and what I can’t do.”

Some members also shared in group sharing, that they realized Jesus’ sacrifice is true and painful through this retreat, especially when Jesus said “My Lord, My Lord why have you forsaken me?” Which reminds them that Jesus’ pain is true and he comes to earth with the flesh, who suffers instead of us on the cross.