Key Ideas
Faith Fact
God helps me when I feel alone.
Faith Verse
Philippians 4:13 (NLT)
For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.
Question of the Day: How can I help others even when I feel alone?
Read about It
Read: Isaiah 41:10
Can you imagine what it might feel like to be lost in the woods at night? Being alone and not knowing where to go or what dangers could be lurking in the shadows might cause you to be very fearful. At a time like that, it would be comforting to have a friend by your side that you could talk to and be with. Simply knowing that you are not alone could calm your fears and give you confidence.
This is what God does for us. He is our ever-present Friend. He reminds us to not be afraid or discouraged. He will strengthen us and uphold us. But He also wants to use us to be a friend to others who may be lonely or hurting. Sometimes, out of the hurt and pain we feel ourself, God can speak through us to help others. Don’t allow yourself to be swallowed up by loneliness, but allow God to strengthen you and to use you to reach out to others who may be hurting too.
Talk about It
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Question 1. Why does God tell us not to be afraid? Answer 1. Because He is with us (Isaiah 41:10)
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| Question 2. Why does God tell us not to be discouraged or dismayed?
Answer 2. Because He is our God (Isaiah 41:10)
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| Question 3. How can we be a friend to others the way that God is a friend to us?
Answer 3. Answers may vary.
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| Question 4. Who is someone in your life that may be feeling lonely and hurting?
Answer 4. Answers may vary.
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| Question 5. What kinds of things might make you feel afraid or dismayed?
Answer 5. Answers may vary.
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Pray about It
God, thank You that I never have to be afraid or discouraged because You are with me. Help me be an encouragement to others who may be lonely and hurting. Amen.