Youth Sermon: Living & Active (Consumed by His Word)

Introduction

Today, we're gonna chat about this book right here - the Bible. But it's not just any book. It's alive, it's active, and it's got the power to change your life. Let's dive in!

You know, Psalm 119:89-97 tells us that God's Word is like a rock - it's solid, it's unchanging, and it's been around forever. It's like the ultimate survival guide, helping us navigate through life's ups and downs. It's not just a bunch of old stories; it's God speaking directly to us.

It's not just a bunch of old stories; it's God speaking directly to us.

The Bible as Your Smartphone

Imagine the Bible as your smartphone. You know how you can't go a day without checking your phone, right? It's got everything you need - your contacts, your music, your games, your social media. Now, imagine if you treated the Bible the same way. What if you checked it every day, used it to guide your decisions, and shared its messages with your friends? That's how alive and active it is!

The Bible is like food for your soul. Just like you need to eat every day to keep your body healthy, you need to read the Bible every day to keep your soul healthy. And the more you read it, the more you'll crave it. It's like your favorite snack - once you start, you can't stop!

Living the Bible

But here's the thing - the Bible isn't just meant to be read; it's meant to be lived. It's not enough to just know what it says; you've got to let it change you. It's like a seed - if you plant it in your heart, it'll grow and produce good fruit in your life.

The Bible isn't just about learning facts about God; it's about getting to know Him personally. It's like a text message from your best friend - it's personal, it's relevant, and it's meant to bring you closer together.

Challenge and Prayer

So here's your challenge: Start treating the Bible like your smartphone. Check it every day. Use it to guide your decisions. Share its messages with your friends. Let it change you from the inside out.

Let's pray: God, thank you for giving us your Word. Help us to treat it like the life-changing tool it is. Help us to read it every day, to let it guide our decisions, and to let it change us from the inside out. Amen.

Small Group Breakout Questions

1. How does God's Word impact your daily life?

2. What does it mean to you that the Word of God is living and active?

3. How can you consume God's Word more in your life?

4. What changes have you noticed in your life when you engage more with God's Word?

5. How can you let God's Word consume you?

Get the Full Youth Group Plan

• Icebreaker: Word Scramble
• Group Activity: Bible Reading Challenge
• Youth Challenge: Word Consumption Challenge