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🦉 Wisdom
Scripture:‍ ‍Proverbs 12:16-19; Matthew 12:33-37 (Supporting Scripture: Proverbs 10:19; 11:12-13; 13:3; 17:27 & 18:21)

Main Idea:
Wise people understand the words they use have the power to help or to hurt and reflect what’s really going on in their heart.

Continue the Conversation at Home:

• What’s the most used phrase amongst people your age these days (keep it appropriate)?

• Most of us can remember words that encouraged us and words that hurt us. Why do you think words tend to stick with us for so long?

Read Proverbs 12:16-19

• What does this passage tell us about wisdom & words?

  • Wise people stay calm when they’re insulted.

  • Wise people choose to tell the truth, not lies. – Why is it so important to tell the truth?

  • Words have the power to cause hurt and pain or to bring healing and relief to others.

• How can words hurt others? How can words bring healing to others? 

• How have you seen or experienced words that cause harm? How have you seen or experienced words bringing healing?

• In Matthew 12:34 Jesus said, “…for whatever is in your heart determines what you say.”

  • How does what is in our heart affect what we say?

  • How does what we say reveal who we truly are or are becoming?

  • When is it hardest for you to use your words wisely? Why

  • How can you choose wisdom with your words in those situations?  

• When is it natural for you to use wise words? How has using wise words helped the people you spoke them to?

• We looked at slowing down before speaking.

  • What usually causes you to react too quickly with your words?

  • How does slowing down help you choose wisdom with your words?

  • How can you practice slowing down before you respond? 

• Who is someone you know that needs to be encouraged and supported with words that speak life and healing

  • Will you be the person who chooses to do that?

  • How will you do that?

Where: Faith Manhattan Church
Who: All MS & HS Students
What: Join us for an evening of fellowship, food, and fun!  We will have giant bounce house obstacle courses - some with water, some without, as well as other outdoor games.  There will also be tasty treats including hamburgers, hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, and snow cones.  It’s going to be EPIC! Don’t miss it!!
Required:‍ ‍Faith Annual Consent Form
Can I Bring Friends: Yes! This is a great opportunity to invite friends to come to youth group! Friends attending must also be a current middle or high school student and have an Annual Consent Form on file.
What to Bring: Towel, swimsuit, sunscreen and a change of clothes.
Parents - We Need Your Help: This event is designed to allow time for students and their small group leaders to connect while having fun as we officially kick off our fall semester. If you are interested in cooking hamburgers/hotdogs, running any of the treat machines, etc., please sign up HERE. Thank you in advance!!

• Why should I attend?

  • We want to connect with you!

  • Come meet the amazing volunteers that lead and connect with your students each week.

  • Come hear Jon’s story and how it has shaped his heart/passion for youth ministry.

  • Come hear what goals and vision Jon has for Faith’s Student Ministry.

  • See what parent resources are available.

  • Open Q&A with Jon.

  Who: Parents of current 6th-12th grade students

  Can’t stay the whole time! That’s okay! Come when and for however how long you can!