We believe to have a lasting impact and reach this next generation is to see the light of the church be combined with the heart of the family. We desire to continually grow as a ministry in our partnership with parents. There is great power in a parent who raises up a child spiritually, and we want you to know you don’t have to do it alone. The Parent Cue is one way to come alongside your teen in what they are learning.

Friday, June 17, 2016

Series: SQUAD (June 22nd - July 20th)


No matter how you cut it, life would be extremely difficult without friends involved in our lives. Hopefully, we all have good friends and are a friend to somebody else. Explain to parents that this month of study focuses on friendships. This study will help students gain a good understanding of what it takes to be a good friend as well as what it takes to keep good friends. Students will also learn skills that will be helpful in resolving conflicts within their friendships.

Session 1 True Friends — 1 Samuel 18:1-4 (6/22/16)
True friendship involves commitment to one another. Being committed means sticking with them through both good and bad times. Jonathan and David were deeply committed to one another. Communication is an extremely important aspect of any friendship. A true friend loves—and is not afraid to be loved or show love. A true friend is willing to sacrificially give of themselves with no strings attached.

Session 2 Wise Choices — Proverbs 22:24-25; 25:19; 1 Samuel 23:16-18 (6/29/16)
The Bible provides wisdom and guidance in choosing friends. When it comes to choosing friends, being able to trust them is important. We are all familiar with people whom we have found to be unreliable. Being able to trust a friend means you know they have your back regardless. Choosing good friends means discovering friends that will not lead you into trouble. Listening to parents and trusting their abilities to see things you can’t can be helpful in choosing your friends. Choosing friends who will encourage you to be and do your best is wise.

Session 3 Bring ’em Back — Proverbs 17:17; 27:6,17 (7/13/16)
A true friend is never afraid to speak the truth. It may be difficult for a friend to hear the truth, but you should still share the truth in love. True friends hold each other accountable. Don’t forget that as a child of God, you are held to a higher standard. Holding each other accountable means setting boundaries and living by them. No matter what happens within a friendship, you keep on loving the person.

Session 4 Work It Out — Matthew 5:23-24; 18:21-22; Acts 15:36-39 (7/20/16)
Every friendship is going to have problems that arise. Learning to respond appropriately is the key to resolving conflicts within friendships. When disagreements come up, learn to forgive just as God has forgiven you. Remember that no one is perfect, not even you. Be willing to take the first step in resolving the conflict regardless of whose fault it may be. Resolution and restoration are possible in any situation.