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Today’s story comes from the book of John. The Gospel of John is in the New Testament and is a record of Jesus’ life on Earth from birth to death and resurrection. John was one of Jesus’ 12 disciples, and his book was written so people would believe that Jesus is the Son of God and through believing would have eternal life.
Following God has been something God commanded of His people throughout the Bible. For example, in the book of Deuteronomy Moses warned the Israelites to stay true to following God and not be influenced by the world around them. Look up Deuteronomy 13:1-4 to learn more.
What are two things listed in verse 4 we can do to follow God?
How should we respond to people who encourage us away from the one true God? (hint: verse 3)
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We need to depend on each other when it comes to following Jesus with our screen time and social media. What boundaries does your family have set in place? How can your family set screen-free zones and weekly screen-free time? Talk with your parents and siblings and come up with a plan together.
The more time you spend following someone on social media, the more you are influenced by that person. If God wants us to follow Jesus above anyone else, we need to spend time getting to know Who He is. How can you set up a routine in your life to get to know Jesus better this week? The more time we spend getting to know about Jesus from God’s Word, the more we will be influenced by Him.
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Make a list of shows and/or people you follow on social media or in real life. Why do you follow the shows and people you do? Do you notice yourself talking or acting like someone you follow or watch? Write a short prayer and ask God to help you follow Jesus above anyone else.
Take another look at John 8. As you read through John 8:1-12, notice how Jesus treated the woman and showed her kindness and forgiveness. What does that tell you about Jesus and how does that help you want to follow Him?
