KYCK 25 deepened Jayden’s understanding of true freedom and belonging through Christ. From powerful worship moments to gospel talks that challenged his heart, Jayden recommitted his life to Jesus, stepping away from past addictions and stepping into the joy of being part of God’s family.
1. Please introduce yourself and how many times you’ve attended KYCK!
My name is Jayden Jiang and I’m from the REEF youth group from Carlton Methodist Church, Carlton. I’m in year 8 at Blakehurst High School. I’ve attended KYCK 2 times. KYCK 24 and this year KYCK 25.
2. What was a KYCK highlight?
For me the highlight of KYCK 25 was discovering the true meaning of freedom and belonging through Christ. Seeing and hearing the talks really fixed the missing parts of knowing the meaning of freedom and made me dig into the Bible to find out more.
The worship was also amazing. It was like a concert, and you could really feel the presence of God.
3. We heard you recommitted to being a Christian at KYCK! What was that like?
I was living a sinful life and addicted to things that I knew God didn’t want me to be addicted to. Living like this meant that I didn’t have a strong relationship with God. I was encouraged to recommit to God, to start a new life with Him and be part of God’s family and plan.
4. How has your Jesus changed your life?
Jesus changed my life by being there for me for every situation, whether it was sad or happy. In every circumstance, I am assured that He will never fail me and that Jesus provides with so much freedom to worship, learn more about Him and praise Him.
In every circumstance, I am assured that He will never fail me
5. How has KYCK encouraged your faith?
KYCK has encouraged me in so many ways: the times for reflection really let me think about why Jesus did this and helped me focus on my own personal understanding. Seeing thousands of people come together to be with God (including my teacher) and learn with Him, especially knowing that at school, faith isn’t something I can express as openly, made this a very rare opportunity for me. The talks and speakers were very informative and interactive, they really showed the importance of God’s love for us.
6. What was your main takeaway from the talks?
My favourite part of the talks was: ‘You don’t have to earn the trust, freedom or belonging. Jesus already has done all for you and is ready to give it to you when you believe and trust Him’.
Also, everyone wants to be approved and paid attention to in some way. Belonging is a rare feeling and not everyone will accept you or want you. But at the end of the day, God loves you, God accepted you in every way even if you sinned or disappointed Him. God cared for you so much He sent down His only one and true Son to die on the cross for our sins and wrongs. You are a child of God!
But at the end of the day, God loves you, God accepted you in every way even if you sinned or disappointed Him.
7. Lastly, what has Jesus set your free from?
Something I’m set free from is gossip. I’m proud to say that I’m cleansed by the Holy Spirit. I now no longer am a slave of sin rather part of God’s wonderful family. Free to praise Him and seek Him even when I’m feeling left out.
