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Boss Series

Series: UPSIDE DOWN (June 26th - July 31st)

BIG IDEA OF THE SERIES

Many voices compete for influence in teenagers’ lives today. Some of those voices are ultimately destructive to their relationships and personal development. This five-lesson series, based on Jesus’ words in Matthew 5, will help your students discern between the voices of our culture and true Jesus-centered living.

Week 2 (7/3/18)

Our society says we’re free to pursue whatever sexual practices we desire, as long as we don’t physically hurt someone or commit adultery. But in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus suggests that each of us might be guiltier of sexual sin than we realize. You’ve heard that adultery is wrong, Jesus says, but thinking lustfully about someone is just as sinful. In this lesson, students will discover that Jesus challenges not only our harmful sexual actions but also our attitudes about sex.

Week 3 (7/10/18)

Our society says we’re entitled to change our minds, even if we made a promise to someone. But in his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus warns us against breaking our vows and compromising our integrity. You’ve heard that lying is wrong, Jesus says, but lacking integrity in our promises is just as sinful. In this lesson, students will see how Jesus challenges not only our concept of a “promise” but also the integrity of our hearts.

Week 4 (7/24/18)

Our society says we’re entitled to get even when someone mistreats us. But in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells us to give up self-serving patterns of living. You’ve heard it’s right to take revenge, Jesus says, but following him means loving people unselfishly. In this lesson, students will hear how Jesus challenges not only our self-centered attitudes but also our unwillingness to sacrifice for the sake of others.

Week 5 (7/31/18)

Our society says it’s OK and expected if we hate our enemies. But in his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus says we need to treat our enemies as our neighbors. You’ve heard that you should hate your enemies, Jesus says, but you should love them. In this thought-provoking lesson, students will see how Jesus challenges not only our concept of “neighbor” but also our willingness to show compassion to people who are against us.

Remember - July 31st is our LAST Tuesday Thrive of the Summer. We will see you back here on September 4th!