Series Overview
There are a lot of choices that we need to make in life. Some of those choices can help us grow and shape us positively. Others can pull us in different directions, leaving us struggling to figure out which choice is best. What do we do when we’re confronted with all of these choices? Do we rush ahead? Or do we pause and let God lead us toward the best way to act? Self-control is a fruit of the Spirit. It’s one of the ways we can tell that God is transforming our lives and that we’re growing in our faith. Thankfully, we don’t have to find self-control on our own. When we follow Jesus, God’s Spirit is with us and helps us make the wise choice.
Memory Verse
“God’s power has given us everything we need to lead a godly life.” – 2 Peter 1:3a, NIRV
Week One (October 6)
Jesus Tempted in The Wilderness
Bible Story: Luke 4:1-13; Matthew 4:1-11
Bottom Line: Be ready to do the right thing
Virtue: Self-Control – Choosing to do what’s best even when you don’t want to.
We start the month in Luke 4:1-13. We see how Jesus was led into the desert by the Spirit and tempted by the devil for 40 days. Jesus was able to face these temptations because He was prepared and understood God’s Word. In this passage, we can see from Jesus’ actions how
important it is to be prepared. Then, with God’s help, we’ll be able to face whatever situations come our way.
There may be moments in our lives when we’re faced with many different choices—both good and bad. Some choices may be obvious, while other times we’re left struggling to figure out the best choice to make. The right thing may not always be the easy thing to do. But we can practice doing the right thing by being ready and asking God to
help us make the wise choice.
Week Two (October 13)
Choose Your Words Carefully
Bible Story: Proverbs 12:18
Bottom Line: Think before you speak.
Virtue: Self-Control – Choosing to do what’s best even when you don’t want to
In Week 2, we head to Proverbs 12:18, where Solomon spoke about the power of words. He said, “The words of thoughtless people cut like swords. But the tongue of wise people brings healing.” Thoughtless, mean, and hurtful words can cause harm like a sword! But on the flip side,
when we ask God for wisdom and speak intentionally with kindness, love, and care, the words we say can bring healing.
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Ever heard or said that phrase growing up? The thing is, words DO hurt. When we aren’t careful and when we lose control, we have the potential to do damage to others and ourselves that may be harder to overcome later. However, when we take the time to sort through our thoughts before we say them, we can build better and stronger relationships in the future. Relationships matter to God, so they should matter to us as well.
Mega Awesome Costume Party (October 20)
Mega Awesome Costume Party
Every week, we know that Sunday in Flatirons Kids is a MEGA PARTY! However, this particular Sunday, we are throwing a MEGA AWESOME COSTUME PARTY! I hope that you are dressed in your favorite, not-so-scary costume + get ready to party with your small group of kids. Throughout today, we will have games/prizes + chances to walk away with some MEGA AWESOME awards…so, SGL’s, get ready because this party is about to be a MEGA AWESOME BLAST!.
Week Four (October 27)
Too Much of a Good Thing
Bible Story: Proverbs 25:16
Bottom Line: Know when to stop.
Virtue: Self-Control – Choosing to do what’s best even when you don’t want to
We end the month in Proverbs 25:16 with another one of Solomon’s wise sayings—this time about food: “If you find honey, eat just enough. If you eat too much of it, you will throw up.” Of course, Solomon’s words are true about more than just food. Too much of anything isn’t good for us. But when we trust God to help us, we can choose to
stay in control.
It’s hard to stop if you don’t know WHEN you should stop. God has given us the Holy Spirit to help us show self-control. In fact, self-control is something God’s Spirit creates IN us. When we
demonstrate self-control, others can see the difference God has made in our lives. That may not come easily, but we can choose what’s best when we trust God and ask God to help us.