What's Happenin' @ Collision

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.