There are opportunities to worship God everywhere but they might be easily missed in a world full of images that show worship being done behind microphones and on stages. While that kind of worship is good, it isn’t the only kind of worship we need. The book of Psalms leads the theme of this series, and will help students find their unique “anthems” worshipping God with all of creation, while remembering what God has done, even when it’s difficult, and because we’re God’s family.

Why do you have faith? Join me this week as we talk about faith and I give you a few reason on why I chose to have faith.

There are opportunities to worship God everywhere but they might be easily missed in a world full of images that show worship being done behind microphones and on stages. While that kind of worship is good, it isn’t the only kind of worship we need. The book of Psalms leads the theme of this series, and will help students find their unique “anthems” worshipping God with all of creation, while remembering what God has done, even when it’s difficult, and because we’re God’s family.

There are opportunities to worship God everywhere but they might be easily missed in a world full of images that show worship being done behind microphones and on stages. While that kind of worship is good, it isn’t the only kind of worship we need. The book of Psalms leads the theme of this series, and will help students find their unique “anthems” worshipping God with all of creation, while remembering what God has done, even when it’s difficult, and because we’re God’s family.

Waiting is inevitable. It could mean that the stadium is at capacity, there aren’t enough tables at your favorite restaurant on your birthday, the pair of shoes you really wanted is out of stock. Or, it could be more serious things like waiting for test results or waiting on help while making a big decision. Abraham and Sarah. Paul and Silas. Saul and David. David and Goliath. Their stories all have something to teach students about what is happening during the season of being “waitlisted”. God has a plan, but we might have to wait for it. And, while we’re waiting, God is faithful, listening, and hopes you don’t give up— because God doesn’t give up on you.

Waiting is inevitable. It could mean that the stadium is at capacity, there aren’t enough tables at your favorite restaurant on your birthday, the pair of shoes you really wanted is out of stock. Or, it could be more serious things like waiting for test results or waiting on help while making a big decision. Abraham and Sarah. Paul and Silas. Saul and David. David and Goliath. Their stories all have something to teach students about what is happening during the season of being “waitlisted”. God has a plan, but we might have to wait for it. And, while we’re waiting, God is faithful, listening, and hopes you don’t give up— because God doesn’t give up on you.

Waiting is inevitable. It could mean that the stadium is at capacity, there aren’t enough tables at your favorite restaurant on your birthday, the pair of shoes you really wanted is out of stock. Or, it could be more serious things like waiting for test results or waiting on help while making a big decision. Abraham and Sarah. Paul and Silas. Saul and David. David and Goliath. Their stories all have something to teach students about what is happening during the season of being “waitlisted”. God has a plan, but we might have to wait for it. And, while we’re waiting, God is faithful, listening, and hopes you don’t give up— because God doesn’t give up on you.

Waiting is inevitable. It could mean that the stadium is at capacity, there aren’t enough tables at your favorite restaurant on your birthday, the pair of shoes you really wanted is out of stock. Or, it could be more serious things like waiting for test results or waiting on help while making a big decision. Abraham and Sarah. Paul and Silas. Saul and David. David and Goliath. Their stories all have something to teach students about what is happening during the season of being “waitlisted”. God has a plan, but we might have to wait for it. And, while we’re waiting, God is faithful, listening, and hopes you don’t give up— because God doesn’t give up on you.

People get lost for all sorts of reasons but sometimes we get lost because of decisions we make or because of decisions that people make around us. Teenagers need spaces and people who will help them find their way back when they find out that they are lost and welcome them home when they make mistakes. Jesus wanted everyone to know that these environments exist, especially with Him. With Jesus, lost things get taken care of and found things get celebrated. It’s important to know when you feel lost, Jesus notices you. Jesus values you more than you know. Jesus always welcomes us back. And, the best news, Jesus invites you to the party.

People get lost for all sorts of reasons but sometimes we get lost because of decisions we make or because of decisions that people make around us. Teenagers need spaces and people who will help them find their way back when they find out that they are lost and welcome them home when they make mistakes. Jesus wanted everyone to know that these environments exist, especially with Him. With Jesus, lost things get taken care of and found things get celebrated. It’s important to know when you feel lost, Jesus notices you. Jesus values you more than you know. Jesus always welcomes us back. And, the best news, Jesus invites you to the party.

People get lost for all sorts of reasons but sometimes we get lost because of decisions we make or because of decisions that people make around us. Teenagers need spaces and people who will help them find their way back when they find out that they are lost and welcome them home when they make mistakes. Jesus wanted everyone to know that these environments exist, especially with Him. With Jesus, lost things get taken care of and found things get celebrated. It’s important to know when you feel lost, Jesus notices you. Jesus values you more than you know. Jesus always welcomes us back. And, the best news, Jesus invites you to the party.

People get lost for all sorts of reasons but sometimes we get lost because of decisions we make or because of decisions that people make around us. Teenagers need spaces and people who will help them find their way back when they find out that they are lost and welcome them home when they make mistakes. Jesus wanted everyone to know that these environments exist, especially with Him. With Jesus, lost things get taken care of and found things get celebrated. It’s important to know when you feel lost, Jesus notices you. Jesus values you more than you know. Jesus always welcomes us back. And, the best news, Jesus invites you to the party.

Rules aren’t famous for freedom. But in a world where Jesus leads us, rules can do more than keep us safe. They can become our allies and an opportunity to love and serve the world around us. Every student needs to know that the right rules can set you free. It doesn’t always feel like freedom when a rule limits something you want, but what you want changes when you know who Jesus is. You become a free person, and free people don’t dance with danger, free people make decisions that benefit others, and free people give up their freedoms for others.

Rules aren’t famous for freedom. But in a world where Jesus leads us, rules can do more than keep us safe. They can become our allies and an opportunity to love and serve the world around us. Every student needs to know that the right rules can set you free. It doesn’t always feel like freedom when a rule limits something you want, but what you want changes when you know who Jesus is. You become a free person, and free people don’t dance with danger, free people make decisions that benefit others, and free people give up their freedoms for others.

Rules aren’t famous for freedom. But in a world where Jesus leads us, rules can do more than keep us safe. They can become our allies and an opportunity to love and serve the world around us. Every student needs to know that the right rules can set you free. It doesn’t always feel like freedom when a rule limits something you want, but what you want changes when you know who Jesus is. You become a free person, and free people don’t dance with danger, free people make decisions that benefit others, and free people give up their freedoms for others.

Rules aren’t famous for freedom. But in a world where Jesus leads us, rules can do more than keep us safe. They can become our allies and an opportunity to love and serve the world around us. Every student needs to know that the right rules can set you free. It doesn’t always feel like freedom when a rule limits something you want, but what you want changes when you know who Jesus is. You become a free person, and free people don’t dance with danger, free people make decisions that benefit others, and free people give up their freedoms for others.

Do you ever ask yourself what have I done to earn God's love? I certainly do all of the time and to tell you the truth, I can never find an answer. Spoiler alert: I won't ever find an answer, and neither will you. The truth is that there is nothing we can do to earn God's love. To Him that doesn't matter because he decides to show Grace. Grace isn't something we can earn, but is a gift. Join me this week as I talk about Grace, what it is and why we need it.

*These video lessons are just one way you can get a guided faith deep dive. Don’t forget that we have Zoom lessons at 10:20am on Sunday mornings where we discuss this week’s lesson in a small group setting as well as our in-person weekly hangtimes for middle and high school. Email Drew (drewr@kawprairie.org) for more information or if you have any questions.