Public LessonChildrenQ2 Reach
Week 16
The Lonely Stranger
Welcome the stranger — because we know what it feels like to be new!
Scripture
Hebrews 13:2
Track
Children's Ministry
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Overview
Welcome the stranger — because we know what it feels like to be new!
Core Teaching
Everyone else: what do we do? Does someone go and say hello?
“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.”— Hebrews 13:2
Discussion
- •What is one thing someone did for your family when you were new that you will never forget?
- •Boaz says to Ruth: I have been told all about what you have done for your mother-in-law. Your reputation preceded you. What reputation do you want to carry in your school and community when it comes to welcoming outsiders?
- •What are the specific barriers that stop young people from welcoming strangers? Social cost? Fear of being seen as different? Not knowing what to say?
Activity
A hands-on activity reinforcing the theme of The Lonely Stranger.
Memory Verse
“Welcome the stranger — because we know what it feels like to be new!”
— Hebrews 13:2
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