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Youth Group Lesson: The Power of Forgiveness John 20:19-23

As teenagers, it’s easy to hold on to grudges and let bitterness take root in our hearts. But as followers of Jesus, we are called to a higher standard – forgiveness. In John 20:19-23, we see Jesus appearing to His disciples after His resurrection and commissioning them to go out and forgive others just as He has forgiven them. This is an important topic for teenagers to grow their faith because forgiveness is at the heart of the Christian life. When we forgive others, we reflect God’s love and mercy, and experience the freedom that comes from letting go of resentment and anger. Bible Reading: John 20:19-23 19 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the … Read more

Youth Group Lesson on Understanding Jesus’ Prayer for His Disciples -John 17:1-11

As teenagers, it can be challenging to understand our place in God’s plan. We often struggle with finding our identity and purpose in life. However, in John 17, Jesus prays for his disciples, and through his prayer, we can learn about our role as followers of Christ. Bible Reading: John 17:1-5 1 After Jesus said this, he looked toward heaven and prayed: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify your Son, that your Son may glorify you. 2 For you granted him authority over all people that he might give eternal life to all those you have given him. 3 Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. 4 … Read more

Empowered by the Holy Spirit – A Youth Group on Acts 1:1-11 for Teens

As teenagers, you might be questioning where you fit in the grand scheme of things. Perhaps you’re asking questions about your purpose or even doubting your faith. The book of Acts can provide guidance as it follows the lives of the apostles and the early church after Jesus’ ascension. In Acts 1:1-11, we see Jesus’ final moments with his disciples before he returned to heaven, leaving them with a mission that still applies to us today. Bible Reading 1: Acts 1:1-5 1In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. … Read more

Youth Group Lesson: The Promise of the Holy Spirit (John 14:15-21)

As teenagers, we often struggle with finding our place in the world, seeking answers to difficult questions, and staying on the right path in our faith journey. In John 14:15-21, Jesus offers us a powerful promise in the form of the Holy Spirit – a guide, a protector, and a comforter who will never leave us alone. This is a vital topic for teenagers, as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and develop their personal relationship with God. Bible Reading Explanation Jesus promises to send the Holy Spirit to those who love Him and obey His commandments (v. 15-16). The Holy Spirit is a gift from God that will dwell inside believers (v. 17). This means that as Christians, we … Read more