Today we’re diving into a super important topic that can seriously impact your life, especially as you’re navigating through middle and high school. We’re talking about trusting in the Lord with all your heart. Life can be full of uncertainties, pressures, and tough decisions. As teenagers, you’re figuring out who you are and what you believe. Learning to trust in God can give you a solid foundation and guide you through these years with confidence and peace. Let’s explore Proverbs 3:5-6 and see how it applies to our everyday lives.
Main Teaching: Proverbs 3:5-6
Bible Reading: Proverbs 3:5-6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Explanation For Teenagers
- Trust in the Lord with all your heart: This means fully relying on God, not holding back parts of your life or decisions from Him.
- Lean not on your own understanding: Our own wisdom is limited and can lead us astray. God’s wisdom is infinite and perfect.
- In all your ways submit to Him: This means acknowledging God in every aspect of your life, not just in the big decisions but also in the small daily choices.
- He will make your paths straight: When we trust and follow God, He guides us and helps us avoid wrong turns and pitfalls.
Youth Group Discussion Questions
- What does it look like to trust in God with all your heart in your daily life?
- Why is it hard to not lean on our own understanding?
- Can you think of a time when you trusted God and saw Him make your path straight?
Bible Reading: Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Explanation For Teenagers
- God’s plans are for our good: God desires the best for us, even when we can’t see it.
- Hope and a future: Trusting in God gives us a hopeful outlook and confidence in what lies ahead.
Youth Group Discussion Questions
- How does knowing God has good plans for you change the way you face challenges?
- In what areas of your life do you need to trust that God has a good plan for you?
Youth Group Game: Trust Walk
Objective
To illustrate the importance of trust and guidance.
Materials
- Blindfolds
- Obstacles (chairs, cones, etc.)
Instructions
- Pair up the students.
- One student in each pair is blindfolded.
- The other student guides the blindfolded student through an obstacle course using only their voice.
- Switch roles after completing the course.
Debrief
- How did it feel to trust your partner to guide you?
- Was it hard to follow their voice without seeing?
- How is this similar to trusting God?
Closing Bible Reading: Isaiah 26:3-4
“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.”
Explanation For Teenagers
- Perfect peace: Trusting in God brings a deep, unshakeable peace.
- The Rock eternal: God is a solid, unchanging foundation.
Youth Group Discussion Questions
- What does perfect peace mean to you?
- How can trusting God bring peace in stressful situations?
- What steps can you take to make God your Rock in daily life?
Closing Prayer
Dear God,
Thank you for being a trustworthy and loving guide in our lives. Help us to trust You with all our hearts, to not rely on our own understanding, and to acknowledge You in everything we do. Guide us and make our paths straight. Fill us with Your perfect peace and help us to remember that You have good plans for us. Be our Rock and our foundation every day.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Remember, guys, trusting in God is a journey. It’s about daily choices and relying on Him even when things don’t make sense. Lean into His wisdom, and He will lead you in ways you can’t even imagine. Have a great week, and keep trusting Him!