Bible Study Encouragement

Leading a Bible Study last Tuesday when a couple of young teen lads came in. They were known to the church and had been banned for bad behaviour - you all know this scene only too well! One boy recognised me from his primary school - 4 years earlier. He proceeded to tell of the stories he remembered and the songs from assemblies. He continued with a short review of some Bible Explorer handsigns. I think the church members were stunned, amazed and definitely encouraged. The two lads stayed for the Bible Study - from Ezra - and listened and joined in the discussion. Did they understand everything - no! Did they learn anything - most definitely! Do children listen and remember the visits from schools workers - absolutely! Hope you are encouraged by this and continue to pray for the long term results of the ministry in schools. I know that a disruptive child who seems to pay no attention and have no interest in the things of God can be reached by the life-changing power of God; that same child can grow to lead others into the path that he has found to be true - how do I know - because I was that boy once. [Andrew]