Omega Student Highlights

Published on May 01, 2008 by Danny Strange

We live in a culture that screams at us to live  lives.  We are urged to stretch the truth, say what it takes to get ahead, stab others in the back, look out for ourselves alone.  We live in a time when people are starved for hungry to see men and women who are passionate about integrity and living consistent lives.

What would Omega look like if we refused to live in the gray and committed to being people of ?  What if we were a group of young men and women who were known for being honest, rock-solid, loving, Christ-followers?  What if the whole world knew us as being people who are the same whether at home, at church, at school, at work, or with friends?  What if we committed together to drop the shady grayness and live in the black and white?

A ministry known for its integrity has the power to change the world.  If we lived consistent lives 24/7, people would see the power of the Gospel in us.  Heads would be turned as the world began to realize that there is something different about our students.  People on your campuses would see that Christ is real, and that he has changed your lives.

As we move forward in our Year of Prayer, let’s remember that character is the backbone of an effective prayer ministry.  The book of James tells us that, “the prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.”  As we make ground in our prayer lives, let’s also move forward in righteousness, understanding that the two concepts go hand in hand.  This summer, refuse to live gray lives.  Instead, as Jesus said, “Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and praise your Father in heaven”  (Matthew 5:16).

Chris Kerner: Freshman, Castro Valley High

Chris Kerner has been an integral part of Omega since the first week he became a Freshman at Castro Valley High School.  Every week, Chris walks through the doors of our youth ministry excited to meet new people, participate in exciting events, and learn more about God and His plan for his life.  As a regular attendee of both our Sunday morning small groups and our Wednesday night outreach, Chris encourages his fellow Omegans to follow his example in diving into every aspect of our program.  As this young man moves into Sophomore status, he is excited to enjoy another great year and to bring more of his non-Christian friends to Christ.

Taylor Wittman: Freshman, Independent Studies

Taylor’s excitement for Omega shines through in everything she says and does.  According to this young lady, she has been a regular Omega attendee for ten months, fourteen days, and ten seconds.  Taylor is currently the youngest member of our Worship Team, and loves to serve God in Omega through our music ministry.  While Taylor’s Freshman year has taught her many valuable lessons in trusting God and praying without ceasing, she is excited to become a sophomore and not be the youngest anymore.  Taylor’s advice for her fellow Omegans?  “Just be who God made you to be and don’t try to change who you are just to please other people!   

Matt Roberts: Junior, Redwood Christian School

Matt remembers his first day of Omega three years ago, which began when he was kidnapped from his bed and swept away to our Freshman Kidnap Breakfast.  Since then, Matt has been a regular part of our High School Ministry, excited to come each week and learn about God, whether through a message from a speaker or a serious talk in small groups.  As Matt completes his Junior year at Redwood, he is thankful for all he has learned about God and His faithfulness.  He looks forward to seeing what God does as his class “steps it up” next year as upperclassmen.  Matt would advise his fellow students to seek God’s advice, realize they don’t have all the answers, and to find accountability through other believers.