The Bright Spot Report

Friday, March 22, 2019

A 19 Yr. Old Young Man Becomes One Of The Greatest Nine Minute Life Spea...

"You can't just wake up every Sunday, go to church, rinse and repeat!" Kobe Matestic speaks about a real relationship with God though His Word.
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Tuesday, March 19, 2019

YWAP Nine Minute Life Speaker Antonio Evans 3-14-19

Another great Nine Minute Life Speaker at YWAP.
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Monday, March 11, 2019

Just Do A Little Bit Each Day

Friday, March 8, 2019

Becky Rogowski - A Quiet Shooting Star at YWAP

Some folks are underground visionaries. They see the big picture and know how to make the best of every situation. The see and do what needs to be done, but they're seldom seen themselves.
Becky Rogowski is an underground visionary. She's one of the Directors of Youth With A Purpose in charge of Teen Action Night at The Bread of Life. Every Thursday night without fail, Becky is helping to oversee almost every aspect of the program.
We don't have many pictures of her and she never calls attention to herself. She quickly moves behind the scenes making sure everything is in order. The picture above shows Becky moving behind a volleyball net as kids are having fun with her in their midst. At YWAP, we believe in a "Blended-Leadership" style of management. Many leaders are part of the backbone of a program that is changing many lives. Becky leads with a backbone of courage, seldom seen by visitors.
She has a great relationship with the 12-18 yr. old's in the youth group. They come for fun, exercise, Life Lessons from a guest speaker, Biblical Leadership and great food. Becky ushers them through all of that and more. She gets personally involved as a mentor with a caring heart and a listening ear.
On most nights, both of her sons are with her as participants in Teen Action Night. They also volunteer to help when needed. They serve food and help clean up. They also set up chairs after the volleyball equipment is taken down so the building can be ready for church services. There's a lot of work involved and many hands get the job done quickly. The point here is that not only is Becky a great leader, mentor and volunteer, she's also a phenomenal mother to her sons.

Physical fitness and teaching forgiveness can be fun with great mentors like Becky.

We are honored to have Becky Rogowski as an underground visionary who goes the extra mile without being asked or caring about who gets credit for a job well done. I can imagine if Jesus was the head of this outfit (and He is!), I'm sure He'd be telling Becky: "Well done, good and faithful servant!" Those words are meant to be spoken on earth as they are in heaven! Thanks Becky for all you do, we appreciate you. Jesus loves you and so do we.

These are Booklets that help young people learn Biblical Leadership.

Thanks for your time. Go do something nice for somebody. Jesus loves you and so do we. #JLYASDW #ywap4God

The YWAP Mission:

"To help young people and their families
affected by violence, drugs, poverty and prejudice
become Christ -centered mentors for the next generation."

The greatest way to change a life that's heading toward destruction is through the gospel of Jesus Christ. YWAP can be reached at 716-830-8240 or ywapbuffalo@yahoo.com. www.youthwithapurpose.org

Tuesday, December 18, 2018

Mike Lafferty - A Humble Husband, Dad, Friend & Scholar

Helping people know the encouragement found in God's grace, that's a great way to describe what Mike Lafferty's life is all about. Some guys have the ability to keep their balance as they walk in narrow ways.
   Uncomfortable questions are okay in Mike's way of mentoring. Truth has a cutting edge that God uses to prune our character that isn't useful in His purposes. Folks who know him well respectfully describe him as a Bible Scholar. Mike's studied for many years as an obedient and surrendered servant of God.
   Men can be described as, husband, father, friend, and scholar. Our lives are labelled by our dedication to each role. Mike is teachable - that's the foundation of lowliness from where a man is eventually exalted in Christ. He's still learning how to get better in all of his manly roles.
   Brokenness and wisdom are rungs on the ladder of humility. Mike Lafferty is a guy who knows when to step and when to hold his place. Mike has walked in wisdom after holding his place in pain. Brokenness gives us a greater ability to love. He encourages people to step beyond their comfort zone to a new level of potential.
   Love is a labor established in the work of our hands by God. Mike is guarded in his time with his family. They come second in his life - after his relationship with God. They are his priorities.
   Every man faces challenges that God uses as opportunities to create greater Love in the world. Mike Lafferty is a humble world changer. He sees goodness when other folks are focused on judgement. Mike sees potential when others see problems. Mike's face is smiling with encouragement when others are squinting in scrutiny. Mike gives grace when others are casting glances of disdain.
   Mike Lafferty is a man of humble boldness. His character is borne of brokenness and obedience in order to be used by God to enlarge His Love in greater ways. Jesus loves you Mike, and so do we.

Thanks for your time.

Go do something nice for somebody.

Jesus loves you and so do we. #JLYASDW #ywap4God

Bob Kuebler is the Director of Youth With A Purpose who has spent the last 17 yrs. learning about pain and perseverance from inner city young people and their families. Healing starts with the Love of God and grows through compassion and empathy. The greatest way to change a life that's heading toward destruction is through the gospel of Jesus Christ.