October 27, 2024
1st-3rd Grade
4th-5th Grade
Story Focus: We end the month in Proverbs 25:16 with another one of Solomon’s wise sayings—this time about food: “If you find honey, eat just enough. If you eat too much of it, you will throw up.” Of course, Solomon’s words are true about more than just food. Too much of anything isn’t good for us. But when we trust God to help us, we can choose to stay in control.
Bottom Line: Know when to stop. It’s hard to stop if you don’t know WHEN you should stop. God has given us the Holy Spirit to help us show self-control. In fact, self-control is something God’s Spirit creates IN us. When we demonstrate self-control, others can see the difference God has made in our lives. That may not come easily, but we can choose what’s best when we trust God and ask God to help us.
Key Question: Why is it hard to stop? What’s the one thing you love to do the most? How much time do you dedicate to doing that thing? What about when you’re watching your favorite show, and it asks you, “Are you still watching?” Sometimes, the things we have and do are SO good that we forget to take a break and be present. That can start to take a toll on our lives—either mentally or physically. Our hope is that as kids begin to think through this question, they will be able to build healthy habits that will help them stay in control.
Memory Verse: “God's power has given us everything we need to lead a godly life.” 2 Peter 1:3A, NIrV
Self-Control: Choosing to do what's best even when you don't want to.