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SUMMARY: Luke 15:1-10
We often spend our holidays with loved ones and others we value. This may include highly anticipated reunions with those we haven’t seen in some time. While on earth, Jesus also had people He spent time with and was excited to see, but it was an unexpected group. He spent time with the those who had bad reputations and had done bad things. Many of the religious people judged Him for this, but He explained why He did so with stories about looking for lost items and rejoicing when they were found. Jesus came to help the needy—and this includes us.
WHAT DOES THIS SAY ABOUT GOD?
God draws near to those who are hurting and heals what has been wounded. He rejoices when we come to Him in our brokenness, and He is ready to restore.
As You Go
PARENT KICK-OFF
Share personally what God revealed to you through the sermon.
DISCUSSION with Younger Kids
- How do you feel when you know you’ve done something bad? What are some ways we might try to show God or others that we are sorry?
- What helps us know that God forgives us and wants to make us more like Him?
DISCUSSION with Older Kids
- How do you usually act when you know you’ve done something wrong? What feelings do you experience? What is hard about these moments?
- Our feelings aren’t always right, and the enemy (Satan) often tells us lies about God and ourselves.
- What are some ways knowing Jesus helps us trust God will forgive us when we ask?
DISCUSSION with Teens
- What do you know about what it means to repent? What makes repentance difficult?
- What change have you seen God make in your life as you’ve been willing to be honest about your sin and your need for Him?
Rise & Sleep
MEMORY VERSE
“In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” – Luke 15:10
PRAYER
Pray for God’s restoration during this season. Pray that we would be quick turn to Him when we sin and rejoice as others come to Him also.
