Do you have a hard time knowing which group of friends to hang out with? What type of crowd should you spend most of your time with? You might feel like the choice is obvious, right? I mean… you’re conscience is telling you not to spend so much time with your friends who are skipping class, sharing rumors, or making fun of the girl who wears last years fashions. But you justify your actions–they are fun to be around, you laugh a lot, and you feel like they have your back.
This is a slippery slope. Sometimes peer pressure can look you straight in the eye (like when someone asks you to do something you know is wrong) but other times it can sneak up on you.
So how do you know the right crowd to be in? Who is the right person to follow? Before you can begin to know the answer to those questions, you have to get to know the ultimate leader! Jesus will always walk down the right path, and Jesus will always have your back. When you know Him, you are able to make wise decisions about who you should spend the rest of your time with.
Follow the One, true Leader and you will always know which path to take!
I want to share this super cool song all about letting Jesus lead you. Oh, and it’s by this pretty cool girl, Jamie Grace–have you heard of her?
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Peer pressure dates all the way back to Bible times. Listen to how these three men didn’t give in, even when it got very hot!
Hey Girls.
Today is Good Friday. This is the day that Jesus died on the cross for your sins–for my sins. All of them.
As you prepare your hearts for this weekend, reflect on the words of this song and think about all your Savior has done for you.
Hey girls!
I don’t know if you heard, but this week is Holy Week! This is the week leading up to Easter. For a quick refresher on what happens this week, check out this sweet video.
Although this week holds some pretty sad events, I can’t wait to rejoice with Christians all over the world on Sunday as we celebrate the rising of our Savior!
I just came across this super cool video that fits perfectly with our theme for this month! Check out what Paige has to say about the importance of respecting our parents, even when they can’t text, instant message, send an email, and Skype all at the same time!
When you have your fists up and are ready for a battle with your parents, remember what Colossians 3:20 says. Check it out and then watch this video to see how you can honor and respect your parents–even when there are disagreements.
Happy Valentine’s Day! Spruce up your desk, table, or bookshelf with this cute Valentine’s Day decor. Then share the love with a friend by passing along these Krispie Kisses treats!
May your hearts be full of love today and the days to come!
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16
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Hey girls!
Have you seen the harmful effects of gossip in your friend group, school, or family? It can really tear up relationships!
We see an example of the terrible things gossip can do in Acts 6 and 7. Stephen was a prophet who loved God and shared the Good News wherever he went. But when a group of people didn’t like what he was preaching, they started to spread rumors about Stephen. They said that he didn’t believe in the prophets from the Old Testament and that he said bad things about God–none of these things were true! The gossip spread and people from all over the city became furious with Stephen.
One day, a group of people decided to gang up on Stephen. They took him outside the city and threw stones at him. They threw so many stones that Stephan was really hurt. Stephen asked God to not hold what these people were doing against them. Stephen saw a glimpse into Heaven and then died.
Stephen was a martyr–someone who dies because of their faith–all because of gossip. Gossip is that powerful. YIKES!
Check out this video for a visual of Stephen’s story.
Have you ever been in a conversation with a friend that turned sour? Check out these tips to get rid of gossip in your friend group!