Spiritual Growth Agendas

Does A Suit Make the Difference?

October 9, 2014

Main Point: We cannot let the way a person dresses impact the way we care for them.Discussion Starter: Homeless...

By Jonathan McKee 2 Comments

Kickball Injury Saves Life

January 11, 2013 0 Comments

Main Point: God’s trustworthiness doesn’t end just because we are suffering. In fact, God draws even closer to us...

Hangin’ Out With Scum
Jesus’ Love for All

November 16, 2012 0 Comments

Main Point: Jesus loves everyone, regardless of their past, and as His disciples, so should we.Discussion Starter: Who Is…?This...

Girls Gone Mild – Biblical Womanhood in 2012

November 2, 2012 0 Comments

Main Point: Living your life as a true woman of God will bless you and those around you in...

Second Chance Texas Texter

October 18, 2012 0 Comments

Main Point: When God gives us a second chance, we need to take full advantage of it, for ourselves...

Making the Most of Life

July 20, 2012 0 Comments

Main Point: We cannot make the most of our lives without God. If we truly want to live life...

Who Am I? – Part 2

July 13, 2012 0 Comments

Main Point: Truly knowing who we are as a person in Christ can help us to become better disciples.Discussion...

Dan Savage Savagely Attacks the Bible

May 10, 2012 8 Comments

Main Point: There are many, many people who disagree with the Bible and its teachings. But no matter how...

Faith Steps

April 20, 2012 1 Comments

Main Point: Taking a step of faith is difficult to do, but Jesus has the greatest track record in...

What Do You Hear?

March 8, 2012 3 Comments

Main Point: The voice of God isn’t always easy to discern so we must focus intently on Him to...

I Got A Lousy Christmas Gift

December 29, 2011 3 Comments

Main Point: Sometimes, people give terrible things to us, but God always gives perfect gifts. That’s the way it’s...

Helping The Other Team

December 13, 2011 1 Comments

Main Point: Helping others, even our enemies, even when it costs us, is what God has commanded us to...

Tebow Takes on the Critics

December 2, 2011 1 Comments

Main Point: Like Tim Tebow, we have all been given a platform by God to be a light for...

What Good is Revenge?

November 3, 2011 2 Comments

Main Point: Revenge is something God wants us to avoid…and instead, focus on peace and forgiveness. Discussion Starter: YouTube...

The End of the World?

October 26, 2011 0 Comments

Main Point: The Bible says that no person knows the date for the end of the world. Our job...

16 and NOT Pregnant

September 9, 2011 2 Comments

Main Point: Pre-marital sex has many serious consequences and must be avoided.Discussion Starter: 16 and Well Adjusted16 and Pregnant,...

Stuck Under Temptation

September 8, 2011 2 Comments

Main Point: We can overcome temptation by knowing what mistakes to avoid when facing it. Discussion Starter: Kids and...

Bible Stories Reloaded…Take Two!

September 7, 2011 0 Comments

Main Point: The Bible’s message is just as powerful today as it was when it was written. It applies...

Building Up and Tearing Down

August 11, 2011 0 Comments

Main Point: It takes a long time to build someone up using our words. Unfortunately, it takes only a...

The Twitter Version of Following Jesus

July 15, 2011 4 Comments

Main Point of Discussion:Jesus went from hero to zero to the ultimate hero, now it’s our turn to be...

Truly Trusting in the Lord

June 24, 2011 2 Comments

Main Point: Our security as believers doesn’t rest in man-made things, but in God alone. He is the only...

Extreme Forgiveness

June 15, 2011 4 Comments

Main Point: When we choose to forgive those who have wronged us, our lives – and theirs – can...

Extreme Makeover: The Armor of God

May 4, 2011 0 Comments

Main Point: Before we start any day, we need to make sure we’re wearing the full armor of God....

Adopted by God

April 6, 2011 0 Comments

Main Point: We’ve been adopted by God because of His love for us, and so we must now live...

The Hall of Faith

April 6, 2011 2 Comments

Main Point: To give students a chance to model some of the Bible’s most faithful men and women, as...

Charlie Sheen Defies God

March 11, 2011 0 Comments

3/11/11de·fi·ance[dih-fahy-uh ns] –noun 1. a daring or bold resistance to authority or to any opposing force. 2. open disregard;...

Christian Doctrine Quiz

January 8, 2011 2 Comments

Main Point: We need to study the Bible so we can know the truth, live by it, and share...

Rolling the Dice in Life

December 25, 2010 0 Comments

Main Point: Life hinges on the decisions we make, so we should make good decisions. If we’re in good...

Gulf Oil Spill

July 1, 2010 0 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: Sin is like a spiritual oil spillage that permeates our world, and only the gospel...

Stressed Out Soda Can

May 25, 2010 6 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: Stress and worry are a normal part of life; the question is…how should we...

Fighting Females

May 17, 2010 0 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: The increase of violence – especially among girls – further shows the fact that we...

Kurt Warner: A High-Profile Believer

January 28, 2010 0 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: MVP Quarterback Kurt Warner truly demonstrates that Christians must be people who put their faith...

A Thousand Questions

October 8, 2009 1 Comments

(Willow Creek Productions 2008)Main Point of Discussion: God truly desires to use us to help the hurting, free the...

To Cheat or Not to Cheat

September 17, 2009 3 Comments

Main Point: Remaining “academically pure” is a great way to show that we are true disciples of Jesus Christ.Discussion...

Chris Brown on Larry King

September 9, 2009 0 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: Because we all have a sinful nature, we all have the potential to act in...

The Death of DJ AM

September 9, 2009 0 Comments

Main Point: We can’t truly help others until we have been transformed by Jesus Christ.Discussion Starter: The death of...

Not So Fast…This Brit Has Talent

May 1, 2009 1 Comments

5/1/2009Main Point: Even though the culture evaluates people based on outward appearances, Jesus commands His followers to look at...

Stealing From the Blind

March 31, 2009 1 Comments

An ABC TV NewsclipMain Point of Discussion: No matter how difficult the situation, we must be willing to speak...

Penn Gets a Bible

March 23, 2009 0 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: If we truly believe in Heaven and Hell, we absolutely MUST share our faith.Discussion Starter:...

Trouble with the Tongue

January 15, 2009 12 Comments

Main Point: Words cannot be “taken back,” so we should be very careful with what we say. The Activity:...

Being Authentic Online

September 12, 2008 0 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: To show the importance of being authentic online(Optional)The Movie Clip: “Home Life” from Napoleon DynamiteLove...

Making Decisions with Miley

June 4, 2008 0 Comments

Main Point: We must make godly decisions…or prepare to pay a price.The Discussion Starter: Miley is regretting her decision...

A Piece of My Heart

January 22, 2008 0 Comments

This simple skit is a great opener to talk about the problems of going too far, sexually. You’ll need...

Don’t Touch!

January 4, 2008 2 Comments

Main Point: We become prisoners to sin when we disobey God’s warnings. The Skit:NOTE: You are going to need...

Unrecognized & Ignored

December 14, 2007 2 Comments

Main Point: Don’t let Jesus go unnoticed this Christmas.Discussion Starter: Missing the MajesticIt was Friday morning, January 12th, in...

Real Beauty is…Real!

November 2, 2007 0 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: Our perception of beauty has been completely distorted by the media and modern technology, which...

Halo 3

October 1, 2007 1 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: The Bible teaches that Christians are in a spiritual battle with Satan and his forces,...

Black Light Bash

February 7, 2007 0 Comments

Main Point: If we have sin in our lives, it’s unmistakable…even if we try to hide it. Fun Time:...

Greed Eating Me Up Inside

June 14, 2006 0 Comments

Main Point: Don’t cross the fine line between integrity and material satisfaction.Discussion Starter: Idolatry in ExileHow many...

Paint by Number

March 20, 2006 0 Comments

Topic: Body of Christ, Unity, focus on Christ Main Point: Together we make up the body of Christ, and...

A Glimpse of God in Space

November 16, 2005 0 Comments

This is a fantastic “activity” you can do with your group no matter how big or how small. ...

Who Do You Surround Yourself With?

October 15, 2005 1 Comments

Main Point: Who you surround yourself with matters a great deal.OPENER:Tell a personal story of when you surrounded yourself...

On Fire Like a Grill

October 15, 2005 0 Comments

Main Point: As followers of Jesus, we need to have fellowship with other Christians to help us stay encouraged,...

Skipping Christmas

April 14, 2005 2 Comments

Main Point: The Christmas season has long ago become over-marketed and commercialized, leaving many Christians robbed of the true...

What Are You Looking For?

December 16, 2004 0 Comments

Main Point: Don’t surround yourself with garbage when you want something better. Discussion Starter: Woman Taken Out With Trash...

The Adulterous Woman

December 16, 2004 2 Comments

Main Point: Jesus is a Man of compassion and love and is much more concerned with our future than...

Pleasing God with Our Lives

December 16, 2004 3 Comments

Main Point: The only people who can please God are those who live according to God’s Spirit. Discussion Starter:...

The Wedding Ceremony

October 20, 2004 0 Comments

Here’s the idea: We ran a full "Mock Wedding" Service, using the Youth Group kids in the Bridal...

Trusting God In Tough Times

October 20, 2004 0 Comments

Main Point: There are several ways to look at tough situations in life. When believers look for God in...

When Life Gets You Down

August 31, 2004 3 Comments

Main Point: God is with you to take on your burden and give you peace when you need...

I Got Your Back

August 30, 2004 2 Comments

Main Point: We all need accountability, but the accountability we need is the kind modeled in the Bible. ...

What's the Point?

August 30, 2004 1 Comments

Main Point: The time we personally spend with God defines us. If we skip spending time with Him, our...

Who Am I Trying to Impress?

August 30, 2004 0 Comments

Main Point: So many of us try to impress other people by boasting. But humans really only have one...

An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away

June 24, 2004 0 Comments

Main Point: Like a doctor is concerned about our physical health, God is concerned about our spiritual health. If...

All Wrapped Up By Sin

June 24, 2004 5 Comments

Main Point: When we allow ourselves to be wrapped up in sin, we soon find that we can’t break...

For Girls Only

June 23, 2004 2 Comments

Main Point: Being a godly woman these days is difficult, but worth the sacrifice. A godly woman is one...

Getting and Giving Respect

June 23, 2004 3 Comments

Main Point: Respect is something we should give…and get. Discussion Starter: Respect by Aretha FranklinHave one of your leaders...

You Ain’t the Boss of Me!

June 23, 2004 1 Comments

Main Point: We cannot be true followers of Christ if we are not willing to let Him be the...

Are You Following At A Distance?

June 22, 2004 2 Comments

Following Jesus at a DistanceMain Point: The closer we are to Jesus, the more clearly we hear Him. The...

Godliness in the Middle of Change

June 22, 2004 1 Comments

Main Point: Change happens all the time, but when it does, we must react in a godly way. ...

Encouraging Others

June 22, 2004 4 Comments

Main Point: As brothers and sisters in Christ, we must affirm the value of one another and encourage each...

How We Respond

June 22, 2004 1 Comments

Main Point: Life can be difficult at times, but we never get God’s permission to react any other way...

Twelve Stones

June 22, 2004 0 Comments

Main Point: Help students see the value of having and leaving a legacy in life. Discussion Starter: The Statue...

To Tell or Not to Tell

June 15, 2004 1 Comments

Main Point of Discussion: It’s wonderful to be believed by others, and for that to happen, we have to...