Youth/Teen Church
Slides & Study Notes
Teen Church - "Look Again" John 12: 12-19
March 17, 2024 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • John 12:12–19
Before Jesus’ crucifixion some chose to worship the long-awaited Messiah, while the Pharisees sat back in judgment to see what would unfold. Jesus deserves all of our worship. Some will worship and some will reject Him. It has been and will always be this way until He returns.
Teen Church - The Haunted Heart Series Week 2
October 15, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • Genesis 4:1–8, Ephesians 4:31–32, Matthew 6:14–15
Teen Church - The Haunted Heart Series Week 1
October 1, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • James 5:16, Genesis 3:1–6, Psalm 32:5
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September 10, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • Proverbs 15:14, Philippians 1:9–11, Proverbs 3:5–6, Proverbs 3:13
Wisdom discerns what is good. Discernment helps us identify what is right and good. When determining what is right and good, remember to consider -- what does God have to say about it? When we are wise, we choose to please God in everything we do. What do Tom and Jerry have to do with today's lesson? Scroll through to find out!
Teen Church
August 27, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • Proverbs 18:15, 1 Corinthians 2:1–5, Colossians 3:16
Wisdom is more than information — it’s the power of God.
Teen Church
August 13, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • James 1:5, Psalm 111:10, Proverbs 3:7
What is wisdom? As we obey God, we grow with Him in wisdom. We recognize that wisdom will not come from information or knowledge -- but wisdom comes from God alone. You are not the source of wisdom...neither is experience...only God can provide us with true wisdom.
Teen Church
June 4, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • John 16:8–15, John 17:20–21
This week, we will talk about an important theological concept – the Trinity. It's important that we remember we cannot know everything about God. The Trinity is a mystery. We are grateful we experience the Triune God in our lives and our worship.
Pentecost Sunday - The Holy Spirit's Arrival
May 28, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • Acts 2:1–13
Teens vs Parents (The Myth of the Perfect Family)
May 21, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • James 1:2–4, Romans 5:3–8
There's no such thing as a perfect family, because there's no such thing as a perfect person. We are all flawed and we are all sinners, desperately in need of God's help. Fortunately, God offers help.
Teen Church
April 23, 2023 • Minister Anna Cecil • 1 Corinthians 12:12–27
Who are the people that make the church "work?" Who is important to the function of the church? Pastor Simmons? The Deacons? What about you? Do you belong to the body of Christ (church)? What does it mean to be a member of the body of Christ and why is everybody important? Let's find out!
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April 16, 2023 • Rev. Matrissa Bennett • John 20:19–31
So, last week we attended Easter service and we heard about Jesus' miraculous resurrection. But, what happened after that? Did anyone see him? Did anyone talk to him? And how do we know the resurrection happened? We believe it by faith, of course! But, friends, there is evidence--and there are witnesses--to support Jesus' resurrection as factual. Let's take a look!