OLD VS NEW
What does the Bible mean when it says “the old has gone”?
Your old way of living—sinful habits and selfish thinking—is gone
Finish this verse: “If anyone is in Christ, he/she is a ___.”
New creation.
Someone is being bullied at school. What would the “new you” do?
Show kindness, speak up, or be a friend.
Say the memory verse (2 Corinthians 5:17)
good job!
Name one thing that changes when you become a new creation in Christ.
Your heart, attitude, desires, or actions.
What book of the Bible is 2 Corinthians in—Old or New Testament?
New Testament
Your sibling annoys you. Do you lash out or show patience?
Show patience.
What’s one area where God is making you new?
personal answer
Which part of you becomes new—your body, your spirit, or your money?
Spirit
Who wrote 2 Corinthians?
Paul
You’re tempted to lie to stay out of trouble. What does the new you do?
Tell the truth, even when it’s hard.
What’s one habit you want to leave behind as you follow Jesus?
gossip, anger, fear, lying, etc.
What’s one “old you” habit that doesn’t belong in your new life?
Lying, gossip, anger, selfishness, etc.
What does Romans 12:2 say not to be conformed to?
The world
A friend hurts your feelings. Do you forgive or get even?
How can you share this verse with your friends?
Act different towards them
True or false: Becoming a new creation means you’ll never mess up again.
False. You’re still growing, but now you’re forgiven and being changed by Jesus.
Name 2 other verses we did this year
I have the answer
What’s something the “new you” can do that the “old you” struggled with?
be kind, forgive, control anger, etc.
hard not to lie, sin, steal, etc