Cabin Construction

The Arapaho cabins are changing by the day. They are starting to look more like the welcoming cabins we all know and love! The porches are starting to shape up and the covers over the porches are looking mighty nice as well. Take a look at the pictures and see what all is going down on Arap Hill!

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Thanksgiving Encounters

Thanksgiving is known for its festive cuisine and the time spent with family, but unfortunately Thanksgiving around camp this year has been know for other reasons. Check out our new video and see what we mean!

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One Game to Rule Them All…

Have some free time? Want to learn a game of strategy, drama, and prestige? I can think of no game better to heighten your senses, sharpen your intellect and build your biceps. Chess. Chess. And more Chess. (play at own risk)

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Work Weekend

This past weekend we had a some more changes take place at camp. We finally had work weekend! Campers, staffers and alumni came through the gates ready to help camp look even better! We worked on stuff ranging from staining some porches to building a fence on the upper green and even helped the community by picking up trash around the roads outside of camp. Everyone had a blast hanging out with camp people again! Check out some photos from the weekend!

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Cabin Renovation

The cabins are looking different day by day! Cabins 19 and 20 now have the porch up and the roof laid across and its looking like a pretty cool and shady hangout spot for those hot summer days! Cabin 21 is also getting a big change with the addition of a big porch. Its coming along folks!

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Video: Ron Loves Halloween…

I bet you didn’t know that Ron’s favorite holiday was Halloween! He is almost obsessed! The lake Lodge at Camp Ridgecrest gets decorated in his spare time, he plays jokes on us in the office, and he even likes to scare us. Ok, ok, this may not be completely true, but we sure had fun making this video about our favorite Director – Ron. Enjoy and have a fun and safe Halloween!

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Perspective

Read Isaiah 55:8-9 in your Bible. As you read, consider what these verses tell you about how God’s thinking process is different from your own. Think about how His thoughts are different from ours.

Perspective.God’s perspective on life and the universe is much greater than ours, which is one very important reason why He doesn’t act like we do.

JOURNAL

Evaluate your life and the things you’re dealing with right now in light of these verses. Then, record your thoughts in your journal. Ask yourself: How can I see things from God’s perspective? Can I see His purpose? How could what I’m facing today be a part of God’s plan for my future?

TAKE ACTION

The certain thing about God’s words is that they are productive. Take some time to meditate upon them or memorize them today. What steps will you take this week to make Scripture a vital part of each day of your life?

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Suit Up

If you’ve ever played on a sports team, you know the importance of putting on the uniform. It helps you focus your mind on the game ahead. If you dress up for church on Sundays or have to put on business attire for work, you know that those outfits are significant, too. They reflect the propriety of the service you’re about to attend or the work you’re about to do.

READ JEREMIAH 1:17-19.

God was telling Jeremiah to “get ready,” because he needed to stand tall and proclaim the truth in the face of adversity. Now, check out verse 17 in a couple of other translations or paraphrases:

“But you, dress yourself for work; arise, and say to them everything that I command you. Do not be dismayed by them, lest I dismay you before them.” —Jeremiah 1:17 (ESV)

“But you—up on your feet and get dressed for work! Stand up and say your piece. Say exactly what I tell you to say. Don’t pull your punches or I’ll pull you out of the lineup.” —Jeremiah 1:17 (The Message)

THE POINT

When Jeremiah was wearing God’s authority, he was like “a fortified city,” “an iron pillar” and “bronze walls” against his enemies. When you’re doing what God has called you to, don’t be afraid. Stand in His power and strength.

TAKE ACTION

Focus on your calling. If you know what God is asking you to do, don’t be afraid to move forward.

Do what it takes to suit up. How can you prepare yourself to do God’s work?

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Trusting God’s Promises

Who is the most trustworthy person you know? Why?  List a few reasons.

Probably one of your answers was that a trustworthy person keeps his or her word. She does what she says she will; he keeps his commitments. The Bible tells us that God does everything that He says He’ll do. Every promise He makes gets fulfilled. A promise from God is more than a guarantee—it’s as good as if it were already done.

READ JEREMIAH 1:11-14. Notice that God promised disaster from the north, and soon enough, Babylon came from the north and conquered Jerusalem. God always does what He says He’ll do. Ask yourself:

When and how have you seen God fulfill His promises to you?

Do you doubt God’s ability to come through for you? Why or why not?

TAKE ACTION

In what areas of your life are you not trusting God to fulfill His promises to you? Turn them over to Him in prayer today.
What specific steps will you take to actively trust God with your life and your plans this week? List two or three.

GOING DEEPER

Want to know more about the things God has promised to those who love and seek Him? Read the following verses:

Isaiah 40:29-31
Jeremiah 29:11
Matthew 11:28-29
John 14:27
Romans 8:37-39
Romans 6:23
Romans 10:9
Philippians 4:19

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Retro Friday: 1930s Brochure

Camp Ridgecrest opened it’s gates in 1929. Have you ever wondered what camp was like in 1930? Have you ever wanted to see pictures of the first cabins at camp? What about camp’s swimming pool…have you ever seen it? Or even a list of items campers were encouraged to bring back in 1930…see this and more in the Brochure of Camp Ridgecrest from 1930.

Click here to see the Brochure on the new Camp Ridgecrest Alumni page. Enjoy!

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