This Skit Can be Used as a Prelude for a Discussion Starter:A family is sitting around the table getting ready to eat. A kid comes running in and hits his toe on the table. "Oh, this hurts so much! I’ve never stubbed my toe this hard, I think it’s broke." He carries on and says, "You gotta try this...
Main Point: God is with you to take on your burden and give you peace when you need it most. Discussion Starter: Drama – Rest Through SufferingCharacters:Julie -popular overachiever, who is nice to everyone and keeps a smiling façade, but deep down is truly hurting. Father - represents God and is always willing to listen and help. Andy...
(Identity Theft Commercial “take off”)If you’ve seen those funny Citibank Identity Theft commercials, you’ll understand this idea – that someone has stolen someone else’s financial identity and used them to make fraudulent purchases. As the “victim” lip-syncs the script they take on the persona of the thief- in this case, someone who lost their innocence to some sin. Once...
Main Point: Even though Christmas has become extremely commercialized, the best gifts are those that come from the heart with a special meaning behind them. Discussion Starter: The Story of The White Envelope Read (or tell) this story to your students when they’re gathered for the small group discussion: It's just a small, white envelope stuck among the branches...
Main Point: We all need accountability, but the accountability we need is the kind modeled in the Bible. Discussion Starter: Accountability SkitWe’ll start this discussion with a skit you can pull off using the talents you have in-house. Bear in mind, this is NOT the time to pull out your shy or reserved leaders (students or adults). You...
Discussion: This is an opener that can be used for any subject (examples: loyalty to God, self-esteem, making choices, etc.). Pre-arrange to have a "hammy" student who’s seen Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers and can impersonate Gollum do a 1 or 2-minute scene from Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, where Gollum is arguing with...
Main Point: The time we personally spend with God defines us. If we skip spending time with Him, our lives lack true definition. The reasons for studying the Bible and praying are far too great to neglect. Discussion Starter: Top 10 Reasons for Not Having a Quiet Time Read these Top 10 Reasons in David Letterman style, starting...