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Openers, Topical Curriculum

Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

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This activity can be used as a simple GAME that has absolutely no point, or as an OPENER that leads to a spiritual conversation. Totally, your call. The good news is, you don’t need anything to pull this one off. Here’s what you do.Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow works a bit like an icebreaker. If you have a large group,...
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Openers, Topical Curriculum

Tissues

Supplies Needed:A full box of tissues (in the box)I’m one of those people who suffer from allergies. Sometimes it gets so bad, I think I’m allergic to anything carbon-based…which is pretty much planet Earth.On those days, I don’t just go through a few tissues…I go through a few boxes of tissues! I had a day like that just this...
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Spiritual Growth Agendas, Topical Curriculum

Kurt Warner: A High-Profile Believer

Main Point of Discussion: MVP Quarterback Kurt Warner truly demonstrates that Christians must be people who put their faith in action.The Article: This online article about Kurt Warner is a great testimony of his faith in action. However, it’s quite long. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the article prior to teaching your lesson so you can choose...
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Outreach Agendas, Topical Curriculum

Our Deepest Needs – Tiger Woods

Main Point of Discussion: The Tiger Woods scandal shows once again that God created all people with a ‘God shaped hole’ that can only be filled by trusting in Christ for a restored relationship with God. No amount of success, fame, or material possessions can ever meet our deepest needs.Introducing the Discussion:Unless you were a member of a Hubble...
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Spiritual Growth Agendas, Topical Curriculum

A Thousand Questions

(Willow Creek Productions 2008)Main Point of Discussion: God truly desires to use us to help the hurting, free the captive, and bring God’s love to a lost and dying world. The Movie Clip: A Thousand QuestionsThis video was produced for the 2008 Willow Creek Leadership Summit. It is a powerful combination of images, music, and content that chronicles...
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Outreach Agendas, Topical Curriculum

God-Given Instincts

Main Point of Discussion: This small group discussion helps students understand that because we are made in God’s image, we have a moral instinct (conscience) that helps us know what is inherently right and wrong. Taking it further, as Christians, we also have the Holy Spirit who makes God’s commands very clear.Opening Activity:You’ll need a piano, sheet...
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Spiritual Growth Agendas, Topical Curriculum

To Cheat or Not to Cheat

Main Point: Remaining “academically pure” is a great way to show that we are true disciples of Jesus Christ.Discussion Starter: Pop Quiz: Cheating or Not Cheating?While students are still in a large group (before they break into smaller “discussion groups”), announce that there will be a pop quiz, and hand each of them a note card and a pen/pencil....
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