WEEK 11 : Rooted, Not Shaken

Warmup: Think back to the beginning of the school year and the 1 Peter study. Everyone take turns sharing at least 3 things that have happened during this time (or that you’ve learned) that you are thankful for.

Opening Prayer: Holy Spirit, please speak to us and teach us today. Help us listen closely and LIVE more like Jesus.

Read 1 Peter 5:5-14. 

Question 1: What are you worried about? What would it look like to throw those worries on Jesus?

Question 2: What do you know about the devil? Have you ever felt him try to trick you into doing something you shouldn’t or believing something that isn’t true?

We don’t need to be afraid of the devil, but we do need to be aware of him. We need to know he tries to trick us, but God is stronger than he is and we can win every time if we allow the Holy Spirit inside us to lead, guide, and give us courage, strength and wisdom.

Question 3: As we reach the end of 1 Peter, reflect over this study. What is the biggest thing God has taught you or the greatest way he has shaped your heart and life? What are you going to do to keep growing now that we’re done?

Spend some time in prayer, thanking and praising God for the work he has done throughout this study.

Read Acts 12:1-19. 

Question 4: How did God help Peter?

Question 5: How do these verses show you that prayer is powerful?

Family Prayer: Holy Spirit, help all of us, no matter our age, to step out in obedience wherever you call us. Father, we want to KNOW Jesus so we can LIVE and LOVE like Him!