A 4-week youth ministry series on the wild world of relationships with God, parents, friends and more.
Let’s be real—navigating relationships as a teenager can feel like trying to put IKEA furniture together without instructions. Upside down. In the dark. With your little brother “helping.”
Big ideas in the series:
- When you realize everyone’s made in God’s image, it changes how you treat them—even your little brother.
- Respecting and obeying your parents isn’t just a good idea—it’s a God thing (even when they don’t get your music.
- God-glorifying friends hype you up, call you out, and help you carry life’s junk.
-
When you're lost in faith fog, God’s Word flips on the high beams.
Series Overview
WEEK 1: LOVE GOD? LOVE PEOPLE
Bible: Genesis 1:26; John 13:34-35; James 3:6-10
Bottom Line: When we begin to understand that people are created in the image of God, it changes how we view and value relationships.
WEEK 2: TO HONOR OR NOT TO HONOR
Bible: Exodus 20:12; Luke 14:26
Bottom Line: Old Testament and New Testament scripture about parental relationships may seem contradictory, but God’s Word is consistent about the importance of respecting and obeying our parents.
WEEK 3: FRIEND OR BROTHER?
Bible: Proverbs 18:24
Bottom Line: True friendship glorifies God by encouraging us, holding us accountable, and bearing our burdens.
WEEK 4: TEST YOURSELF
Bible: John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 13:5; 1 John 3:14; 1 Corinthians 12:3
Bottom Line: When you question your relationship with God, His Word can provide the assurance you need to walk confidently in Him.
What’s Included?
- Series artwork for promotional purposes (cover slide and blank text slide)
- Lessons come in both Word & PDF format. Edit as needed and easily share with volunteers.
- Fun opening games
- Creative, relevant teachings
- Interactive small group activities
- Engaging small group discussion questions