Main Point: We can’t truly help others until we have been transformed by Jesus Christ.Discussion Starter: The death of DJ AM.You can start your discussion on this topic in a number of ways. The best way is to show this video from MTV.com that talks about DJ AM’s inspiration to help others AND then: Read the article about Adam’s...
Main Point of Discussion: Because we all have a sinful nature, we all have the potential to act in terrible ways. That’s why it is critical as Christians to defeat the inclinations of our flesh through the power of the Holy SpiritThe Background: R&B singer Chris Brown pleaded guilty to felony assault after a widely publicized incident with...
Want a cool way to teach about the meaning of John 10:1-15? This OPENER is the perfect way to do it. Get all of your students to mingle in the middle of the room. Next, have one adult leader for every 8 students hand out colored blindfolds to 8 different kids in the group. (In other words, if you...
Supplies:Wall (to hang butcher paper on)Butcher paper (or lots of poster board)Paints and brushesPens/Pencils/MarkersCandles (optional)Set Up:This idea doesn’t require a whole lot of intricate set up. Just clear off one wall in your meeting space that is large enough to tack/tape/attach a mural-sized amount of butcher paper to it. (Note: you can also use poster board, but it is...
5/1/2009Main Point: Even though the culture evaluates people based on outward appearances, Jesus commands His followers to look at people’s inner qualities and not judge them.The Video Clip: Susan Boyle on “Britain’s Got Talent”The YouTube video of Susan Boyle’s audition on Britain’s Got Talent is burning up the view counter- currently over 100,000,000 total! Obviously there is something...
Supplies Needed:Several tables spread out around the roomRed food coloring1 clear glass (for your upfront presentation)Large bowls (preferably clear)Medium size bowls (preferably clear)Turkey basterEyedroppersCommunion cups (preferably clear)BleachCopies of Isaiah 1:18 and 1 John 1:9 printed off on paperCandles (optional…to set mood)Set Up:Before students arrive, set up several tables around the room. Try to spread the tables out, giving students...
Supplies:Several small shrubs or plants (about 1 plant per 6 students)2 pairs of shears/pruning scissors per shrubStands or tables to place the plants on around the room1 printed copy of John 15:1-5 per shrub/plant 1 large trashcan in the center of the roomSet Up:After you have gathered the necessary supplies in the proper amounts, spread the plants out around...