Solveig Selle Rundberg

Who is Solveig Selle Rundberg?

Solveig is in the middle of her happy twenties and loves life and teens. I am hooked on Jesus, coffee and Facebook. Apart from that I prefer to meet people face to face! New Generation is the hit of a work place. I have the privilege of helping teenagers making Jesus known in their schools. First I worked two years in NG Nordland, Norway, as a school evangelist. The last three years I have worked in the head office as an administrating leader. Sweet! I am also the youth leader in Sentrumkirken Sandnes, Norway and studying theology.

How did it feel that God called you to work in New Generation and how did you feel about it?

It all started when I was challenged to start a NG- group in my high school. This resulted in me doing a whole lot at my school. It was really scary the first time I was going to tell people I was a Christian, yet at the same time I really wanted to stand up for Jesus. During high school I was active in NG in the two different schools I attended. At Sortland High School I lead the department. After high school I was offered to work with NG in Nordland and assist the different school activities. Since then everything has been rolling with full speed, and it has been – and still is – a blast!

Were there things you had to sacrifice when you responded to God’s calling of working for New Generation?

Yes, I found it challenging to remain in Sortland while everyone I had gone to school with, left town to study elsewhere. At the same time I was convinced I did the right thing. Yet, it was a bit tiresome to always answer questions like: “When are you going to start studying?” Not everyone thought my job in NG was a wise use of time and opportunity… people still ask me when I am going to have a “real job”. I then answer, “I have a real job!”

What inspires your work in New Generation?

Teenagers who love Jesus and show with their lives that they are really proud to believe in Him! The Gospel is nothing to be ashamed of, and all youth deserves to receive the opportunity to get to know Jesus.

How has it been to lay down your life for Jesus?

To lay down your life for Jesus only reaps benefits! One of my favourite scriptures is Matthew 6:33 “But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” I can really say from experience that this works in practical terms! When you let Jesus and the Kingdom of God be number one in your life, everything works out the best way, and it will show in all areas of your life!

How will you encourage youth to lay down their lives for Jesus?

God created life, and He also knows the best way of living it. To give your life to Him is not a scary thing, but means to simply let Him help you to live the life He has planned for you. The fact that God can reach the world through our lives, is truly fascinating and a huge privilege!