Lesson Overview
Biblical Passage: Philemon 8–21
Supporting Passages: 2 Corinthians 3:18; Colossians 3:22; 4:7–9
Memory Verse: Philemon 7
Biblical Truth: When we accept Christ, our life is forever transformed.
Context: God can take an empty existence and give it meaning, transforming it into a life used for His purposes. This is the heart of Paul’s message to Philemon. In this short letter, Paul requests that the wealthy Christian accept a returning runaway slave as a dear brother in Christ. As the next lesson in a series about being transformed by Christ to be more like Christ, the story of Onesimus and Philemon provides a vivid picture of the power of Christ to transform relationships.
Learning Goals:
Students will understand that when God transforms lives He gives people new meaning and purpose.
Students will begin to value being transformed by the power of God.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Spring Project!!
We will be raising money in the month of April for "Proclaimers" from the ministry Faith Comes By Hearing. The Proclaimer is a digital player dedicated to playing God's Word in the local heart language of a given people group. Our goal is to raise enough money to buy 20 proclaimers for the Taussig family to take to Africa this summer on their mission trip. Each proclaimer costs $100 so our goal will be to raise $2000. We will end our fundraising efforts with a day of service and proclamation downtown. We will go and serve the kids of Shidler at our regular Sat. Bible Club and then go over to the Refuge to work and share the word of god outloud, over a load speaker for 4 to 5 hours straight. Each student and adult who comes will take a certain block of time to read and we will start reading in Matthew and read as far as we can until about 5:00pm. We will then end our time with a celebration of food and worship at the Refuge. If you want to participate, you can get materials from Scott at the church or simply start asking people to help you buy the proclaimers and have them give you cash or a check made out to NCCC.
Friday, March 27, 2009
No Chill Time Tonight!! YS One Day Rescheduled
Major FYI, Chill Time is being canelled tonight because of the weather. It's supposed to get really nasty and we don't want people getting out. Sorry!!
YS One Day is being Rescheduled for Sunday, April 19th from 1:45 to 7:30pm. For those in leadership that can, we are going to meet at my house tomorrow (Sat.) at 11:00am to discuss some big things coming up!!
YS One Day is being Rescheduled for Sunday, April 19th from 1:45 to 7:30pm. For those in leadership that can, we are going to meet at my house tomorrow (Sat.) at 11:00am to discuss some big things coming up!!
Monday, March 23, 2009
Stuff This Week!!
Yes, I know I'm sexy!! Anyway, here's the stuff going on this week so don't miss out. We have 5th Block Wednesday until about 5pm and then we'll be going down to do a worship service with the Shidler kids so come and enjoy an awesome time with these kids. We have Chill Time Friday from 7 to 10pm at my house for all the amazing middle school students and then we have our YS One Day Leadership Training on Saturday. All the details of things is on the calendar page so be sure to check it out and get plugged in!!
Lesson for 3/29/09
Lesson Overview
Biblical Passage: Galatians 2:15–21
Supporting Passages: Romans 1:17; 6:11; 8:10; 2 Corinthians 5:15; Galatians 5:24
Memory Verse: Galatians 2:20
Biblical Truth: We exchange our spiritual death for eternal life through faith in Christ.
Context: We have already looked at how a relationship with Christ transforms our minds and relationships. Now we look at the importance of a transformed identity. To be crucified with Christ means two things. First, it means we have new spiritual life in the same way Christ does—victoriously, eternally, and securely. Second, since we came to Christ by His invitation and not our works, we rely on His power to live this new life. This is what it means to identify with Christ, and it only comes when our old sinful identity is shed in favor of becoming like Him.
Learning Goals:
Students will understand that keeping rules is not enough for a consecrated life.
Students will apply their understanding by identifying the difference between living in Christ and living according to rules.
Biblical Passage: Galatians 2:15–21
Supporting Passages: Romans 1:17; 6:11; 8:10; 2 Corinthians 5:15; Galatians 5:24
Memory Verse: Galatians 2:20
Biblical Truth: We exchange our spiritual death for eternal life through faith in Christ.
Context: We have already looked at how a relationship with Christ transforms our minds and relationships. Now we look at the importance of a transformed identity. To be crucified with Christ means two things. First, it means we have new spiritual life in the same way Christ does—victoriously, eternally, and securely. Second, since we came to Christ by His invitation and not our works, we rely on His power to live this new life. This is what it means to identify with Christ, and it only comes when our old sinful identity is shed in favor of becoming like Him.
Learning Goals:
Students will understand that keeping rules is not enough for a consecrated life.
Students will apply their understanding by identifying the difference between living in Christ and living according to rules.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Mission Project was Awesome!
The Mission Project down at the Refuge we amazing. We got to work hard and really do some cool things to clean up and help out. It was great hanging out with the missionaries and just seeing all the cool things God is doing down there. Thanks for allowing God to use you to be a light in dark places!!
Lesson for 3/22/09
Lesson Overview
Biblical Passage: Romans 14:5–12
Supporting Passages: 2 Corinthians 5:10; 1 Peter 4:5
Memory Verse: Romans 14:13
Biblical Truth: A life consecrated to God is an unselfish life.
Context: Paul’s letter to the Romans centers on moving God’s people from a state of self-centeredness to God-centeredness. This major transformation is essential to the Christian life. A selfless attitude that puts others first should stop us from scrutinizing the faults and imperfections of others. Rather than judging others, we are to help one another be accountable to God.
Learning Goals:
Students will understand that God desires unity among believers.
Students will apply their understanding by addressing issues that hinder unity.
Biblical Passage: Romans 14:5–12
Supporting Passages: 2 Corinthians 5:10; 1 Peter 4:5
Memory Verse: Romans 14:13
Biblical Truth: A life consecrated to God is an unselfish life.
Context: Paul’s letter to the Romans centers on moving God’s people from a state of self-centeredness to God-centeredness. This major transformation is essential to the Christian life. A selfless attitude that puts others first should stop us from scrutinizing the faults and imperfections of others. Rather than judging others, we are to help one another be accountable to God.
Learning Goals:
Students will understand that God desires unity among believers.
Students will apply their understanding by addressing issues that hinder unity.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Spring Break Stuff
Hey Group, Spring Break is right around the corner and we have some awesome stuff going on. Be sure to check out the calendar for all the details on our awesome worship time and mission project at the Refuge on Friday, Sunday and Monday. We will also be watching the "Dark Knight" on Tuesday and going Roller Skating on Wednesday so don't miss out and be sure to invite your friends!!Lesson for 3/15/09
Lesson Overview
Biblical Passage: Romans 12:1–2
Supporting Passages: Matthew 11:29–30
Memory Verse: Romans 12:2
Biblical Truth: The lifestyle of followers of Jesus Christ is characterized by transformation.
Context: Throughout the Book of Romans, Paul calls for a changed life among God’s people. He reminds readers that we have been justified by Christ’s death and raised to new life by His Resurrection. Therefore, when we present our bodies as living sacrifices to God, the result is a wondrously transformed life. This change involves the mind as well as the spirit and shapes our thinking, values, and motives.
Learning Goals:
Students will understand that consecration involves new ways of thinking.
Students will apply their understanding by determining what kind of thinking is pleasing to God.
Biblical Passage: Romans 12:1–2
Supporting Passages: Matthew 11:29–30
Memory Verse: Romans 12:2
Biblical Truth: The lifestyle of followers of Jesus Christ is characterized by transformation.
Context: Throughout the Book of Romans, Paul calls for a changed life among God’s people. He reminds readers that we have been justified by Christ’s death and raised to new life by His Resurrection. Therefore, when we present our bodies as living sacrifices to God, the result is a wondrously transformed life. This change involves the mind as well as the spirit and shapes our thinking, values, and motives.
Learning Goals:
Students will understand that consecration involves new ways of thinking.
Students will apply their understanding by determining what kind of thinking is pleasing to God.
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