A metaphor for the church is the human body. The body consists of many parts which all take direction form one head. The church has many members, and these are to take their direction from one head, Christ. The song "I Wait For The Lord" was performed by the West Virginia Youth Camp singers under the direction of Andrew J. Robison, IV.

An interesting exchange between soldiers of the military and Jesus is illuminating for us today. The song "Soldiers of Christ Arise" was sung by the West Virginia Christian Youth Camp Singers under the direction of Andrew J. Robison, IV.

Jesus Christ is the ultimate unifier! In Galatians 3:28 are a series of couples that show the span of Jesus's salvation. The song "Come We That Love the Lord" was sung by the West Virginia Christian Youth Camp singers under the direction of Andrew J. Robison, IV.

The Latin expression E pluribus unum means "out of many, one." It is a popular motto of the United States and reflects that our county is a nation of immigrants from many nations coming together as ONE nation. This motto certainly applies to the church too. Anyone in the world is invited to become a part of the Lord's church, to be one nation of God.

The expression Deo Valente is Latin and means "Lord willing." Both the Latin and English of this were quite common in times past, but these have seem to have fallen out of usage. Perhaps we should give this some more thought. The song "His Will Allow" was performed by the West Virginia Christian Youth Camp Singers under the direction of Andrew J. Robison, IV.

Some use compartmentalization to order their lives, but this can oftentimes become difficult to manage. There is one person we should never compartmentalize, Jesus Christ. The song "Abundant Life" was performed by the singers of the West Virginia Christian Youth Camp as directed by Andrew J. Robison, IV>

On one hand, we are told to let our lights shine so others may see. On the other hand, we are told not to act in such ways that we glorify ourselves. We are to do all to glorify Christ. The song "May My Life Be Holy" was sung by the West Virginia Christian Youth Camp Singers under the direction of Andrew J. Robison, IV.

People make all types of decisions all the time. Choosing is a freedom we have but not without consequence. The psalmist chose God's truth, God's ways. The song "The Great Call" emphasizes that God is calling us through His word, the Bible. Are we listening? The song was performed by the singers of the West Virginia Youth Camp under the direction of Andrew J. Robison, IV. Be sure to visit the site www.churchofchristsongs.com for original recordings and accompanying sheet music and PowerPoint slides.

Some seem to be that the "Jesus Christ" is the Messiah's first and last name. Actually, "Christ" and "Messiah" both mean "anointed one" and refer to Jesus' position and identity. The song "All Hail The Power of Jesus Name" was performed by the West Virginia Christian Youth Camp Singers under the direction of Andrew J. Robison, IV.

Haste can be a positive or a negative matter. Rushing can lead to waste, as the saying "Haste makes waste." Procrastination is different and can also lead to waste. When it comes to obeying God, haste and don't waste! The song "Someday" was recorded by the singers of the West Virginia Youth Camp under the direction of Andrew J. Robison, IV.