Peeps in Love

This weekend in Velocity we wrapped up our series on relationships called My Peeps.

Our lesson, Peeps in Love, talked about dating relationships in Jr. High. We all want to be loved and needed. However, only when we first find our love in God can we have incredible dating (and marriage) relationships. We looked at what true love really is (1 Corinthians 13:1-7) and talked about the benefit of just having great friends right now so we can keep our focus on serving and loving God (1 Corinthians 7:32-34).

To wrap up, we challenged students to make a list of qualities they hope to find in the person they eventually marry. We encouraged everyone to pray for that person but then we turned the tables. Instead of just hoping to run into the perfect person one day, the best thing we can do right now is begin becoming like the person we hope to marry one day. For example, if you want to marry a loving, funny, compassionate, kind person, you should work to become that kind of person yourself.

Parents – Dating can sometimes be a touchy subject with kids but sometime this week consider reading through 1 Corinthians 13:1-7 (or possibly Galatians 5:23-24) and talk to your student about what kind of person they hope to marry one day. Ask them what they hope that person is doing now to become a great future spouse and then ask what they can do to begin becoming great themselves. To jump into the topic of marriage, you might have some cake while you talk and use that transition to a discussion about weddings and marriage.