Below
is a brief summary of what we
have been talking about recently. Most of the time we teach through a
series for several weeks at a time that way students that miss can get
caught back up quickly, and so we can dissect a topic more fully than
just a one night deal. Use the overview and questions for both you and
your teen to answer and
have a dialog that continues outside the church walls and into your
homes. Use this opportunity to
see what God is teaching your student and also allow your student to see
what God is teaching/taught you.
This Week at Collision
Series Overview
Our
series is called “Bringing Sexy Waaay Back” and it highlights both the
lies of the world and the truth of scripture; it speaks to the emotional
differences of guys and girls; it will tackle the age old question of
how far is too far; and it will offer healing for those who feel they
have gone too far already. Finally the series will conclude with an
opportunity to make commitments of purity. So why are we talking about
this? Because we believe God created sex and intimacy and there is no
better place to discuss these issues than in His church. It’s time the
church lead the conversation and reclaim these elements back to who
created them. Please know that this series is especially beneficial
when used in conjunction with your conversations with your teens about
sex and purity. You know our deepest desire is to empower you to do
real ministry in the lives of your teens.
Week 5 (2015-05-13)
Tonight was a big night for some. Tonight's title was "Fakes, Forgiveness and the Future."
We first discussed the cultural fakes that culture puts out there to hi-jack intimacy. Basically if the pleasure comes before the sacrifice or the pain, then it isn't good for you. All pleasure, if it is truly legitimate under God's blessing costs us something FIRST. No pain no gain right.
Also, we nailed down the fact that God's forgiveness is so powerful. Here's the reality, with a group our size, there are some who have already gone too far, and they need to hear God's forgiveness is bigger than their failings.
Lastly, we offered a chance for some to make a commitment to live life according to God's way for sex. Your teen may have a candle and a letter with them tonight...here's what that all means (but definitely don't take my word for it....ask your teen what it means to THEM): The letter is written to their future spouse basically explaining they want to live with sexual integrity till they are married. The candle represents their side of the unity candle ceremony at a wedding. The flame will represent their passions and desires. As they light the candle, we asked them to pray for help in this commitment and to allow the wax to drip onto the envelope. Then, they blew out their candles as a symbol of giving that flame to God; giving their passions and desires to God for HIM to watch over till their wedding. Then, lastly, their letters are sealed with a "G" in the wax to signify that God is the one that we honor when we commit to his plan for sex and intimacy.
Intentional Interaction
Tonight was the last night...talk to your teen about what they experienced/heard/learned over the past few weeks.
