Jesus Tempted in The Wilderness

Bible Story: Luke 4:1-13; Matthew 4:1-11
Key Question: How do you get ready?
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.

Think about the best party you’ve ever been to. It probably had great food, great entertainment, and a prepared host. Now think back to when you were in school and got an A on a really hard test. You probably took the time to study and be prepared. As preteens think through this question and think about what it means to be ready, our hope is that they will begin to see how preparation can help
them when they’re faced with important moments and decisions.

Choose Your Words Carefully

Bible Story: Proverbs 12:18
Key Question: How can your words change things?
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.

Have you ever said something mean to someone and didn’t mean it, but it was too late to take back the words you said? Maybe it took a while to rebuild that trust, or maybe you lost the relationship. Our words have the power to cause pain or bring healing. Because our words hold that much power, the way we use them can make all
the difference. We hope this question helps preteens to remember to think before they speak.

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!

Too Much of a Good Thing

Bible Story: Proverbs 25:16
Key Question: Why is it hard 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.

What’s the one thing you love to do the most? How much time do you dedicate to doing that thing? What about when you’re watching your favorite show and it asks you, “Are you still watching?” Sometimes the things we have and do are SO good that we forget to take a break and be present. That can start to take a toll on our lives—either mentally or physically. Our hope is that as kids begin to think through this question, they will be able to build healthy habits that will help them stay in control.