Covered

Game Description
Use this Active Game as a discussion starter for youth on the topic of “forgiveness”. What does it mean to forgive? It can also be used as an Easter related activity to introduce youth to the resurrection of Christ and the forgiveness we receive as a result of His death on the cross.

Game Materials
For each group:…

The Choice

A Good Friday Message

Introduction: Rembrandtrembrandtcrucifixion_sm.jpg

  • Rembrandt, one of the Netherlands’ most famous artists, drew a representation of the crucifixion scene.
  • In his sketch the individuals are indistinct because the event is most important.
  • At his side, on two separate crosses we find the thieves who were crucified with Christ. One is in the dark while the other is in
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Choices and Gray Areas

Description
The Bible doesn’t explicitly cover every possible situation in life. How do we deal with those situations and choices the Bible does not mention. Here are some guidelines.

What to do 

  1. Divide the youth into groups
  2. Have each group brainstorm a list of 10 choices that youth of today must face, but which the Bible does not mention directly.
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The Risen One

By Rob Heverling (robhev@yahoo.com)
Used with Permission

Introduction: John – It’s hard to believe it was three days ago. Three days since I last saw my friend alive. He was a good man and an even better friend. The people loved him because he had compassion for them. He did so much for them, things like healing them of their …

The Greatest Love was not shown on Valentine’s Day!

Introduction
On valentine’s day, people often show their love to each other. Someone who is special is called a “sweetheart” or a “Valentine.” Chocolates and Flowers, especially roses, are also given to sweethearts on Valentine’s Day. Sweethearts often send little notes to each other with messages of love or with the simple question, “Would you be my Valentine?” But the …

Knocked Down

Central Teaching Truth
Sometimes when it seems like life is knocking us down, God is there to pick us up. Though we are all fallen, God takes our place and renews us unto life.

Bible Text
2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 5:8, Isaiah 53:5-12

Resources
Get the softest ball you can find- something that will not injure a person no matter …

Sports Related References in the Bible

Race

  • 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
  • Acts 20:24
  • 2 Timothy 4:7
  • Hebrews 12:1-3
  • Philippians 3:12-14
  • Galatians 5:7

Sports related Traits

  • Endurance – Galatians 6:9
  • Perseverance – James 1:2-4, Romans 5:3-5, Hebrews 10:36
  • Training – Ephesians 6:4
  • Pursuit of the Goal – Philippians 3:14
  • Strength – Philippians 4:13, Job 17:9
  • Lose – Luke 9:25
  • Physical Training – 1 Timothy 4:8
  • Spur others on
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