Centerpoint Students

03/05/2026

Get excited about camp!!!!

High school camp is June 12-16 to BIGSTUF in Panama City beach.
Middle school camp is June 29-July 3 to FUGE camp at Southern Wesleyan University.

Use this link to get info on camp and sign up!

https://linktr.ee/centerpointstudentministry?fbclid=IwVERDUAQX-BhleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeaLpdRkkGwAZQxWSfts3RKGAjodaAuwtXetwXpXQgRQijdlfv7fO9tP6Y0uM_aem_i7TaKtuyY3H_oM2r-gyZaA

02/09/2026

Here are some important dates!
Click on the link below and find out more information for camp and elevate conference at Southside Baptist!

camp deposits due by Feb 28th.

https://linktr.ee/centerpointstudentministry

02/05/2026

You Don’t Have to Fit In to Be Faithful

Let’s be honest—most of us spend a lot of time trying to fit in.
Fit into friend groups.
Fit into expectations.
Fit into what everyone else says we should be.

But God never asked you to become someone else to follow Him.

From the very beginning, God made you on purpose. Not as a copy. Not as a backup plan. Exactly as you are. Scripture says you are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). That means your personality, your strengths, even the things that make you different—God knew all of it, and He still said, “This is good.”

And here’s the best part: God is always in your corner. When you feel overlooked, misunderstood, or out of place, He hasn’t stepped away. He’s standing with you, backing you up, and calling you forward. You don’t have to prove yourself to earn His approval.

We see this so clearly in the story of David.

When David showed up to face Goliath, everyone expected him to fight like a soldier. Saul even tried to dress him like one—armor, helmet, sword, the whole look. But it didn’t fit. It wasn’t who David was. And instead of forcing himself into something uncomfortable just to look the part, David said no.

He didn’t try to become someone else.
He didn’t pretend.
He didn’t perform.

David went out as himself—with a sling, a few stones, and unshakable faith in God. He trusted that the same God who had been faithful in the past would be faithful again. His confidence wasn’t in armor or appearances—it was in the Lord who had never failed him.

And that’s the reminder for us.

You don’t have to wear what everyone else is wearing.
You don’t have to sound like everyone else.
You don’t have to fight battles the way the world tells you to.

God made you exactly right for the purpose He has for you. When you stop trying to fit in and start trusting Him, you’ll find that being different isn’t a weakness—it’s often the very thing God uses most.

Go forward as yourself.
Stand firm in your faith.
And remember: God is always in your corner.

Prayer:
“Father God, thank You for creating us on purpose and for never asking us to be someone we’re not. Help us stop pretending, stop comparing, and stop trying to fit in where we don’t belong. Teach us to trust You the way David did—fully, confidently, and without fear. Through Your Holy Spirit, give us courage to walk as ourselves, faith to face what’s in front of us, and confidence that You are always in our corner. Use our lives for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

01/28/2026

This Week's Truth
Some weeks feel steady, while others feel like the ground keeps moving under your feet.

A bad grade hits harder than you expected. A plan falls apart. A friendship feels shaky. You replay conversations in your head and wonder what you did wrong. When life wobbles, we all reach for something to hold us up.

Psalm 125 gives us a picture: Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion—unshakable.

That doesn't mean life never gets hard. It means where you stand matters.

Trusting God doesn't make storms disappear. It means choosing to stand where God surrounds you—right now, not someday when life calms down. The psalm says the Lord surrounds His people like a city surrounded by mountains. You may feel the pressure, but you are not exposed. You are not alone. You are held.

What you run to first when things get heavy reveals what you trust most. And the good news? Trust can grow. Every small choice to turn toward God—before scrolling, before spiraling, before shutting down—plants your feet a little more firmly.

Remember
Being unshakable doesn’t mean you never wobble.
It means you know where to stand when you do.

God surrounds you—now and forever.
Trust Him, and let Him hold you steady. 💛

Prayer:
“God, You see what's shaking me. Please help me trust You and stand where You are. Make me steady in You. Amen.”

01/19/2026

Most of us live with two versions of our story.

There's the side people see—the highlights, the wins, the moments that look good on a screen. And then there's the side we keep private—the anxiety, the doubt, the insecurity, the questions we don't ask out loud.

Jesus never asked us to pretend those parts don't exist.

In John 15, Jesus says the Holy Spirit will testify about Him, and that we will testify too. That doesn't mean you need a perfect testimony or a dramatic story. It means the Spirit helps you tell the truth about where Jesus has met you in your life.

When we stop pretending and let God into our broken places, He turns our story into light for someone else.

Your story isn't about protecting your reputation—it's about pointing to God's faithfulness. When you share what's real (with the right people, at the right time), you give others permission to breathe and think, "Maybe I'm not the only one."

Remember

You don't need the perfect story for God to use it.
You just need the honest one.

Your story isn't too messy.
And it's not finished yet.

When you tell the truth about where God has met you, He gets the glory—and others find hope. 💛

Prayer:
"Heavenly Father, You know my story from beginning to end. Teach me to follow the leading of Your Holy Spirit. Give me courage to speak truth, wisdom to know when to share, and let my story point others to Your glory. Amen."

01/12/2026

You don't have to prove who you are.

The world is constantly asking you to verify your worth through likes, grades, teams, relationships, or future plans. And when something doesn't work out, it's easy to feel like it reflects on your value.

But Scripture says something radically different: you are God's handiwork.
Before you achieved anything. Before you were chosen, noticed, or applauded—God already named you created, intentional, and His.

Your identity isn't built on what you get or what you accomplish. It's rooted in who you belong to. When you're "created in Christ," your life already has purpose—even in seasons that feel quiet, slow, or unfinished.

God doesn't fulfill your true desires by handing you everything you want right away. He fulfills them by forming you into who you were created to be. As you grow in Christ, your passions grow too. Some fade. Some deepen.

And even when life feels uncertain, this is still true: your story is not random, nothing is a coincidence, your waiting is not wasted, and your identity is not up for debate.

Prayer:
“Jesus, help my desires line up with who You say I am, not with what the world expects of me. Help me love the person you made me to be. Amen.”

12/31/2025

🌅 When the Decorations Come Down, the Mission Stays Up

The holidays are over. The lights come down. The music fades. Life goes back to normal.
And right about now, everyone starts talking about New Year's resolutions—
"Be better." "Do more." "Try harder."

But here's the truth: Jesus didn't die so you could try harder.
He came to change you from the inside out.

Real change doesn't come from a checklist or a calendar flipping to January 1st.
Real change comes from walking with Jesus every single day and letting Him shape how we think, speak, love, and live.

This world is loud and confusing. It tells you that truth is flexible, kindness is optional, and standing for Jesus is embarrassing, "too much," or even hateful. The pressure to blend in is real—and sometimes it feels easier to stay quiet than to stand out.

But that's precisely why Scripture speaks into moments like this.

"For such a time as this." ~ Esther 4:14

You weren't born by accident.
You weren't placed in this generation by mistake.
God knew exactly what kind of world you'd be living in—and He chose you anyway.

This year isn't about becoming a "better version" of yourself.
It's about becoming more like Jesus.

That means:

Choosing kindness when everyone else chooses cruelty
Walking in peace when chaos feels normal
Standing firm on truth, even when it's unpopular
Sharing the Gospel, not just with words, but with your life
Following Jesus will never be the easiest path—but it will always be the right one.

"Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong." ~ 1 Corinthians 16:13

So instead of asking, "What's my resolution?"

Ask this instead:
👉 "Jesus, who are You calling me to become?"

Because this world doesn't need more trend-followers.
It needs more faithful followers of Christ—students who shine light in dark places and refuse to blend in.

You were born for this moment.
Walk with hope.
Stand in truth.
And let Jesus lead the change.

🙏 Prayer

Jesus,
We don't want another year of empty promises or temporary change.
We want You.
Shape our hearts, renew our minds, and help us stand firm when truth isn't popular.
Give us courage to live differently, kindness that reflects Your love, and peace that doesn't make sense to the world.
Use us to shine Your light in dark places and help others see the truth.
We trust You with this year and every day ahead.
Amen.

12/17/2025

Storms don't ask for permission before they hit.

Stress crashes in.
Fear starts shouting.
Life feels out of control.

When storms come, we often want Jesus to stop the waves immediately. But sometimes, instead of calming the storm around us, Jesus becomes the anchor that keeps us from drifting.

An anchor doesn't make the storm disappear.
It holds you steady while the storm rages.

Jesus is that anchor.

He doesn't stand far away yelling instructions.
He's close—so close you can whisper His name, and He hears you.

In the Bible, God often speaks in a gentle whisper, not a shout. And in our loud, overwhelming moments, Jesus brings peace the same way—quietly, steadily, faithfully.

When your anxiety feels like crashing waves…
When your thoughts won't slow down…
When everything feels uncertain…

Jesus is not distant.
He is holding you fast.
Anchored. Secure. Present.

Peace doesn't come from the storm ending.
Peace comes from knowing who's holding you in it.

Weekly Challenge
This week, when the storm hits, don't panic—drop your anchor.
Whisper His name… Jesus
Stand firm.
Let His peace hold you steady. ⚓🌊



🙏 Prayer
Jesus, thank You for being my anchor when life feels overwhelming.
When the storms are loud, and my heart feels restless, remind me that You are holding me steady.
Help me trust Your presence more than my circumstances, and help me find peace in knowing You are always near.
Amen.

12/15/2025

12/08/2025

Have you ever noticed how the word hope gets tossed around like confetti?

"I hope I pass this test."
"I hope my parents stop arguing."
"I hope my friends don't leave me out."
"I hope things get better."

But those hopes feel… shaky. They rise and fall depending on what's happening around us. That kind of hope is like standing on a wobbly chair—you're balancing, trying not to fall, and you're one bad moment away from crashing.

But Scripture talks about a totally different kind of hope—hope that's not flimsy, fake, or fragile.

Hebrews 6:19 says:
"We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure."

An anchor doesn't remove waves—it keeps the boat from drifting when the waves hit.
That's what Jesus does.

When life feels uncertain…
When friends switch up…
When you make mistakes…
When anxiety hits in the middle of the night…
When your world doesn't look the way you expected…

Jesus doesn't promise you an easy life. But He does promise you Himself.
And He never changes.

He is steady.
He is faithful.
He is the same yesterday, today, and forever (Heb. 13:8).
He keeps His promises—even when people don't.
He hears you—even when no one else seems to listen.

So real hope isn't "I hope things get better someday."
Real hope is: "Jesus is with me now. And that changes everything."

Your hope is not a wish.
Your hope has a name.
His name is Jesus.

💬 Reflection Questions:
What area of your life feels shaky right now—like a wobbly chair instead of a solid foundation?
When you think of Jesus as an "anchor," what does that mean for your situation?
Where do you usually look for hope before you look to Jesus?
What's one promise from Scripture you need to cling to this week?
How can you remind yourself each day that Jesus is your anchor?

Prayer:
"Jesus, You are my hope—firm, secure, unshakable. When everything around me feels uncertain, anchor my soul in You. Remind me of Your promises. Fill me with Your presence, Your peace, and Your confidence. Help me trust You in the moments that feel overwhelming. Thank You for being my steady foundation. Amen."