Emphasis Preaching Journal

Brad was able to get into the university he most wanted to attend. He was grateful. His parents and the people at church, however, worried that Brad might use his newfound freedom away from home to "sow his wild oats." Before leaving for school, his Sunday school teacher told him that he needed to keep this question in mind whenever he went out to have a good time: What can you thank God for after the evening is over?

She said he should have fun and enjoy his college years, but that this should be his guiding question as witness for the crucified and risen Lord.