Youth Sermon: A New Family

Introduction

Today, we're going to talk about how Jesus' resurrection makes us a part of God's family. You know, sometimes we might feel like we don't fit in or we're not good enough, but guess what? God loves us just the way we are, and He wants us to be a part of His family.

God loves us just the way we are, and He wants us to be a part of His family.

John 1:9-13

It tells us that when we believe in Jesus, we become children of God. That's right, we're part of God's family! And you know what's awesome about that? Everyone is welcome in God's family, no matter what we've done or where we come from.

Acts 2:42-47

The early Christians were just like us, looking for a place to belong. They found that in God's family, and they did life together. They learned from each other, prayed together, and helped each other out. And guess what? Their love for each other was so attractive that more and more people wanted to join God's family.

God's Family as a Puzzle

Okay, I want you to imagine a puzzle. Each piece is unique and different, right? But when you put all the pieces together, they create a beautiful picture. That's just like us in God's family. We're all different, but when we come together, we create something amazing.

Conclusion

So, what can we learn from all of this? First, we need to remember that we're all part of God's family, and we should treat each other like brothers and sisters. Second, let's make sure we're living in a way that shows others how awesome it is to be a part of God's family. That means loving each other, helping each other, and inviting others to join us.

Prayer

God, thank You for making us a part of Your family. Help us to love each other and show the world how amazing it is to be a part of Your family. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Small Group Breakout Questions

1. How does being a part of God's family impact your life?

2. What are some ways we can make our youth group more welcoming to newcomers?

3. How can we support and encourage each other as members of God's family?

4. Why is it important to invite others to join God's family?

5. How can we live as a light to the world and show God's love to others?

Get the Full Youth Group Plan

• Icebreaker: Family Tree Icebreaker
• Group Activity: Creating a Welcoming Environment
• Youth Challenge: Inviting Others to the Table