God's Highway Basics
What does God's highway help us do?
Live in a way that pleases Him.
What does it mean to stand where God is?
To act in a way that God wants us to in every situation.
What does it mean to sustain our oneness?
To keep our community strong by forgiving and avoiding gossip
Who makes up the Body of Christ?
All our brothers and sisters around the world who love Jesus.
What does Isaiah 40:3-5 say?
"Prepare the way for the Lord; make straight a highway for our God."
Which of these scriptures describes making a highway for our God?
a. Isaiah 40:3-5
b. Proverbs 3:5-6
c. Ephesians 4:32
Isaiah 40:3-5
What Bible verse tells us to trust in the Lord and lean not on our own understanding?
Proverbs 3:5-6
What is gossip?
Talking about someone in a way that might not be kind or true.
What does it mean to be a part of the Body of Christ?
We are all united because we love Jesus.
Finish this verse: "Trust in the Lord with all your heart..."
...and lean not on your own understanding."
What are some characteristics of God's highway?
Straight, has boundaries, gives us guidance
Why is it important to stay close to God?
We will be protected, follow His ways, and hear him.
What Bible verse reminds us to be kind and compassionate?
Ephesians 4:32
What happens if we were only one body part, like just a nose?
We wouldn’t function properly; all parts are needed.
What scripture tells us to be kind and compassionate?
Ephesians 4:32
How many lanes are there on God's highway?
8 lanes
What is Lane 1 of God's highway?
Stand in the place where God is
What should we do when we hear gossip?
Encourage kindness and stop the gossip.
What activity showed us the importance of each body part?
A volunteer pretended to be a "hurt" toe and other people reacted how they would react if they were another body part (mouth, hands, eyes). This showed us that when one part of the body hurts, it affects the whole body!
What do we learn about unity from the Body of Christ?
Each part is needed, and we all work together for God.
Name two lanes of God's highway we have learned about so far?
Standing in the Place Where God is, Sustain our oneness, and Carry the Body of Christ
What activity did we do to show how we stand where God is?
Walked on a taped highway while chanting, "I will always stand where God is"
How does using kind words and actions help protect our community?
It keeps everyone feeling loved and united in Christ.
Why is the Body of Christ important?
Jesus is coming back for those who belong to the Body of Christ.
What verse in the Bible describes the Body of Christ?
Romans 12:5 So also we are many persons. But in Christ we are one body. And each part of the body belongs to all the other parts.