Main Point: The gifts we give to others must stem from our love and appreciation of them. Otherwise, we’re just going through the motions.Discussion Starter: Sheldon and Penny Trade Christmas GiftsThe Big Bang Theory is one of the most popular shows on television. It revolves around four really nerdy guys who are scientific know-it-alls…and their next door neighbor, Penny,...
Main Point: The best friends are those that truly know us and are willing to do everything they can to make sure we know Jesus.Discussion Starter: Know Your Friends!This discussion starter is based of the old game show “The Newlywed Game.” Pick four pairs of kids to be the contestants up front. (The best mix is 2 guys, 2...
Main Point: We don’t get to decide the consequences for our actions, but we do get to decide the course of action we take.Discussion Starter: Teen Sext Haunts Man 7 Years LaterThis article, written by Nicole Brady on May 13, 2012, appeared in The Sydney Morning Herald, a newspaper from Australia. It concerns an unnamed man and the consequences...
Main Point: We will always be plagued by sinful temptations, but we don’t have to give in to them. Jesus Christ gives us the hope of being able to live a totally new life.Discussion Starter: Demi Lovato Still SuffersOnce upon a time, Demi Lovato was the queen of Disney. She was the Magic Kingdom’s stop gap after losing Miley...
Main Point: The world has lots of misconceptions about who God is. Sadly, many of them would rather continue in ignorance about His character, than turn to the Bible and truly discover Him for themselves. Discussion Starter: God According to the World Break your students into groups of 3-4 and give them each a packet of markers or...
Main Point: Everybody builds their lives on something. Many people choose to build on something that appears solid, but isn’t. In the end, if we haven’t built our lives of God’s Word, then we will crumble. Discussion Starter: Human PyramidYes, it’s that old classic time-killer, the human pyramid. Before you pull your group together for the small group discussion,...
Main Point: If we chase money, we’ll still be disappointed at the end of our life. However, if our lives are devoted to God, we’ll have everything we need.Discussion Starter: Making Mad MoneyThis discussion starter is a lot of fun, and just as entertaining for the crowd as the contestants. Basically, this up front activity gives students the opportunity...