Make-Up:
We ask you to read the material below. The material will include "deep thought", our key words (definition), scripture (link - please read) and some general thoughts and video(s). We ask you to read all material and then comment in the comments section. Share one key thought or concept that came to you and how it will make a difference.
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On January 30th, we took a look at commandments 7 & 8.
Bible Text:
Luke 16:19–31; 1 Kings 3:16–28
Lesson Focus:
God calls us to be honest and fair and to protect truth and property—always!
Big Question:
Always be fair, honest, and truthful—am I supposed to be perfect?
Key Words:
HONESTY, SHARE, PROTECT, INTEGRITY, TRUTH
Definitions to Key Words
HONESTY: being willing and able to name what you understand to be true about a situation.
SHARE: letting others use or have what you consider yours. It can also mean everyone using something for the common good.
PROTECT: to find a way to safeguard someone or something. The prefix pro is Latin for "in front of."
INTEGRITY: being willing to live by and do what you say you believe.
TRUTH: often refers to facts but can refer to internal realities that cannot be proven.
Quick Overview
In a "look out for number one" world, it's no surprise that people steal from each other.
Whenever we try through unjust dealings to get what belongs to someone else, it's stealing.
We need to be able to trust that those things we call our own will remain safe.
From overcharging a customer to cheating on a test, it's all stealing.
We need to watch out for the safety of our neighbors' possessions and be sure they have their own daily bread.
When you know that God truly has provided all that you need, you begin sharing God's good gifts.
God values words highly and knows they have great power.
We use words sinfully by telling lies and half-truths, but also by undervaluing the power of words themselves.
Words can kill a person just as actual weapons can do.
God demands that we measure our words carefully and then use them to defend our neighbors.
We can use words as a life-giving gift to give witness to God's forgiveness and mercy.
Move Clip
This past week, we introduced a movie clip segment to our lesson. We grabbed one of the key words and found a video clip that emphasized the key word. The key word that we chose was share. Take a look at the clip and see the glimpses of share.
This is jessica. I totally agree that stealing is a major sin. I've noticed that it can be hard not to cheat on a test, or steal something from your brother without asking for it. When you take something from a friend, you might think you are just borrowing it. Actually, you stole it because you didn't get the person's permission. Stealing can over come all of us, but that's when self control comes into action. I've learned from the bible verses that even if you have all you want, you should still help the ones who really need you. This lesson as a lot of meaningful things in it.
ReplyDeleteHey this is Emily Baumgartner. I think that it is a hard decision to make when it comes to sharing or stealing. For us, it is very tempting to steal something when we want it, or not share with someone because you dont want to use it all, but this lesson for me, has helped remind me to do the right thing whether i want to or not.
ReplyDeleteLying and stealing are terrible actions. God has a certain plan for us and it is very valuable. Cheating is kind of like stealing someones special plan god has made for us and instead of you getting in trouble the one that was stolen from could get major concequences. This could totally mess up someones plan! This would at least make me fall into guilt i dont know about you.
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