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Game Show: The Choice is Yours

2 Peter 1:3

There are a lot of choices that we need to make in life. Some of those choices can help us grow and shape us positively. Others can pull us in different directions, leaving us struggling to figure out which choice is best. What do we do when we’re confronted with all of these choices? Do we rush ahead? Or do we pause and let God lead us toward the best way to act? Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. It’s one of the ways we can tell that God is transforming our lives and that we’re growing in our faith. Thankfully, we don’t have to find self-control on our own. When we follow Jesus, God’s Spirit is with us and helps us make the wise choice.

October 6 | Preschool - 2nd Grade | Game Show

October 6, 2024 • Luke 4:1–13

We start the month in Luke 4:1-13. We see how Jesus was led into the desert by the Spirit and tempted by the devil for 40 days. Jesus was able to face these temptations because He was prepared and understood God’s Word. In this passage, we can see from Jesus’ actions how important it is to be prepared. Then, with God’s help, we’ll be able to face whatever situations come our way. Bottom Line: Be ready to do the right thing. There may be moments in our lives when we’re faced with many different choices—both good and bad. Some choices may be obvious, while other times we’re left struggling to figure out the best choice to make. The right thing may not always be the easy thing to do. But we can practice doing the right thing by being ready and asking God to help us make the wise choice.

October 6 | 3rd - 5th Grade | Game Show

October 6, 2024 • Luke 4:1–13

Key Question: How do you get ready? Think about the best party you’ve ever been to. It probably had great food, great entertainment, and a prepared host. Now think back to when you were in school and got an A on a really hard test. You probably took the time to study and be prepared. As preteens think through this question and think about what it means to be ready, our hope is that they will begin to see how preparation can help them when they’re faced with important moments and decisions. We start the month in Luke 4:1-13. We see how Jesus was led into the desert by the Spirit and tempted by the devil for 40 days. Jesus was able to face these temptations because He was prepared and understood God’s Word. In this passage, we can see from Jesus’ actions how important it is to be prepared. Then, with God’s help, we’ll be able to face whatever situations come our way. Bottom Line: Be ready to do the right thing. There may be moments in our lives when we’re faced with many different choices—both good and bad. Some choices may be obvious, while other times we’re left struggling to figure out the best choice to make. The right thing may not always be the easy thing to do. But we can practice doing the right thing by being ready and asking God to help us make the wise choice.

October 13 | Preschool - 2nd Grade | Game Show

October 13, 2024 • Proverbs 12:18

In week 2, we head to Proverbs 12:18, where Solomon spoke about the power of words. He said, “The words of thoughtless people cut like swords. But the tongue of wise people brings healing.” Thoughtless, mean, and hurtful words can cause harm like a sword! But on the flip side, when we ask God for wisdom and speak intentionally with kindness, love, and care, the words we say can bring healing. Bottom Line: Think before you speak. “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Ever heard or said that phrase growing up? The thing is, words DO hurt. When we aren’t careful and when we lose control, we have the potential to do damage to others and ourselves that may be harder to overcome later. However, when we take the time to sort through our thoughts before we say them, we can build better and stronger relationships in the future. Relationships matter to God, so they should matter to us as well.