Posts in Middle School
April 30 - Middle School

Jesus is the Resurrection and Life! This week, we revisit the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead to learn what Jesus thought about death. In going through this important story of Jesus, students will learn that death has no power over Jesus and that death has no power over those who are in Christ.

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April 23 - Middle School

One of the most well known titles of Jesus is that he is the “Light of the World” While many have seen this to be true in their own life with the joy, direction, and fulfillment that he has brought them; there are still many who look at him and reject him: why? This week, we will look at two reasons people reject Jesus’ light and take an honest look on if we are truly embracing the light that Jesus brings.

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April 16- Middle School

During a moment where his disciples felt lost, worried, and fearful of what was going to happen to them once He left them, Jesus tells His disciples that He is the way, the truth, and the life. These are important identifiers for us today because we often enter different seasons of life where we are searching for the way to go, a truth to hold on to, or fulfillment in life. Middle School students will be challenged to remember who Jesus says he is when these moments happen!

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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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Middle SchoolAl Shepard
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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