Many times God challenges us to walk into the unknown, trusting that He has a plan and a purpose for us in the process. We aren't big on giving all the details for several reasons. But first and foremost, not knowing everything, is often times the first step in learning to let go of control & trust God completely. "But I do trust God" you say, "I just don't trust you"! I hear you, and to that all we can say is that thousands, literally thousands have been in your shoes. We've all attended that first Encounter, being invited by someone who wont give the details, walked through the process and can honestly say its changed our lives for the better. Testimony after testimony will tell you that attending an Encounter will be one of the best decisions of your life.
Another reason we don't give all the details is because it will lessen the impact. I think of it like this. Your birthday is coming up, you feel like nobody cares, but low and behold you walk into your house and all the people who love you most have spent weeks planning the perfect surprise birthday party. Your so overwhelmed with joy and surprise that you are left breathless. Now imagine if you had caught wind of the planning and looked into all the details, you could tell yourself that you will still be surprised and enjoy the celebration, but the truth is, the party is ruined. The anticipation is spoiled and the shock is gone. In much the same way, the Encounter weekend is full of wonderful twists and joyous surprises that will shock you and leave you breathless. Don't ruin the party, just come and enjoy.
