Posts in Middle School
March 26 - Middle School

It’s baptism night! We are so proud of the students who have taken this step to take their faith public by declaring that Jesus has saved them in the presence of their family and friends! Lead intentionally making sure that your group is locking in to listen to the stories of transformation and cheering loudly when those students come up out of the water!

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March 19 - Middle School

What did Jesus say about ____? This is a common question! The good news is that Jesus taught his followers about a variety of different things! This week, each campus will get to hear from their campus’ Lifeline Resident as they unpack one of the teachings of Jesus from the Gospels!

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March 12 - Middle School

What did Jesus say about ____? This is a common question! The good news is that Jesus taught his followers about a variety of different things! This week, each campus will get to hear from their campus’ Lifeline Resident as they unpack one of the teachings of Jesus from the Gospels!

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February 26 - Middle School

In week two of our Friend of Sinners series, we will explore the famous conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus in John 3. Through this, we will see that a relationship with God is not something we earn, but a gift of His grace. And from that grace, we are invited into true friendship with Him.

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February 19 - Middle School

Jesus came to seek and save the lost, reaching out to those whom society often rejects. In the story of Zacchaeus, we see that Jesus looks past reputations and offers friendship, leading to true transformation. As His followers, we are called to do the same, seeing the outcast and helping them encounter Him.

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February 12 - Middle School

Jesus came to seek and save the lost, reaching out to those whom society often rejects. In the story of Zacchaeus, we see that Jesus looks past reputations and offers friendship, leading to true transformation. As His followers, we are called to do the same, seeing the outcast and helping them encounter Him.

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February 5 - Middle School

As we conclude our series about living like Jesus, we will explore the question: What is God’s plan for the world? When Jesus was preparing to go to the cross, he spoke with his disciples and told them that he would send the Holy Spirit. The reality is, the Holy Spirit dwells in the believer to strengthen them and empower them to live the life God has called them to live. Students will be reminded that God desires to use their faith to bring His Kingdom to earth and lead others to Him. So what is God’s plan for the world? It’s His people living in the power of the Holy Spirit.

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January 29 - Middle School

As a follower of Jesus, we often work really hard to exhibit things like love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control; We know these are the very habits and practices that should mark our lives, but how do we get them? During this teaching, Luke will talk about how prioritizing the life, ministry, and your own living-breathing relationship with Jesus can lead to your life reflecting the things he cares about.

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January 22 - Middle School

Why does Jesus often seem difficult to find? Why do some people seem to talk about him like he’s a close friend while others struggle to understand who he is and why he matters? This week, students will learn that Jesus wants to be discovered by them and will be encouraged to continually get to know him in Scripture and prayer.

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January 15 - Middle School

As we begin our first series of 2025, we will ask an important question: What does it mean to be a Christian? Does being a Christian mean being a nice person, going to church, staying out of trouble, and respecting others? During this teaching, students will be challenged to think bigger about what it means to be a Christian.

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December 11 - Middle School

The Countdown to Christmas is ON and we are excited to focus our hearts on the arrival of Jesus during this season. This series will focus on the image of light that is not only captured in the prophecies and stories of the birth of Jesus, but is also a key theme throughout Scripture. This week there is a student teaching at each campus about how the light of Jesus outshines the darkness that we find ourselves navigating in our lives.The students have worked thoughtfully and prayerfully to bring this important message to their Lifeline peers!

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