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...
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...
An ABC TV NewsclipMain Point of Discussion: No matter how difficult the situation, we must be willing to speak up for what is right.The Movie Clip: Stealing from the BlindThis video clip is an experiment that ABC News did in January, 2009 on what it takes for people to speak up when someone else is being wronged. In this...
Main Point of Discussion: If we truly believe in Heaven and Hell, we absolutely MUST share our faith.Discussion Starter: Penn the magician gets a BiblePenn Jillette is an entertainer as well as an outspoken atheist. Despite his skepticism of God and Christians, Penn was able to look honestly at an encounter with a Christian and respect the individual.If you...
Main Point: Words cannot be “taken back,” so we should be very careful with what we say. The Activity: A Lesson from ToothpasteSay, “There are really two problems when it comes to hurtful words. First, somebody gets hurt when we lose control of our mouths. Secondly, no matter how hard we try, or how “sincere” we may be, we...
Main Point of Discussion: To show the importance of being authentic online(Optional)The Movie Clip: “Home Life” from Napoleon DynamiteLove it or hate it, Napoleon Dynamite was one of 2004’s biggest movies. It remains very popular with kids today. No sleepover, lock in, or movie night is complete without having Napoleon Dynamite playing in the background. The movie centers on...
Main Point: We must make godly decisions…or prepare to pay a price.The Discussion Starter: Miley is regretting her decision big time.You Say: Haven't we all regretted decisions at one time or another?Miley Cyrus made a decision recently that she regretted big time. The Associated Press spelled it out:Miley Cyrus is taking issue with a photo of herself that's going...