KidZone April Overview
Got Your Back
Who's got your back?
You know, the one you trust with your closest secrets.
The one who'll tell you the truth, even if you don't particularly want to hear it.
The one you can call in the middle of the night.
Do you have a friend like that?
Sure, we've all got neighbors, acquaintances, associates, co-workers, and maybe even pals and cronies.
But how many can you count as true friends ...
... the mate who's there for you when the going gets tough?
... the ally in your corner who has your best interests at heart?
... the companion who genuinely enjoys your company?
... the comrade who seriously is a BFF?
By fifth grade, many kids have figured out on their own that "friends come and friends go,"
but they need someone to teach them "a true friend sticks by you like family" (Proverbs 18:24, THE MESSAGE).
They need to know what a true friend is all about. And there's no better friend (or model of a friend) than Jesus.
Which is why we'll be examining friendship, come April, through the lens of the Easter "story line."
Specifically:
A true friend will love you no matter what.
Jesus explains His crucifixion and resurrection to a couple of mates on the trek to Emmaus (Luke 24).
A true friend will help you believe.
Jesus, ever the ally, makes a surprise appearance to help Thomas defeat his doubts (John 20).
A true friend will make time for you.
Jesus makes breakfast on the beach for His fishing companions (John 21).
A true friend will always be your friend.
Jesus returns to heaven but will always be our comrade (Acts 1; Matthew 28).
So, who's got your back? And just as important, whose back do YOU have?
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