Parent Conversation Guide (2.9.22)

Passage: Romans 8

Overview:
There are days we all fall short. We make mistakes. We don't complete something that we wished we could have in the way we would have liked. As Christians, when we battle sin it's really hard to feel good about our walk with God. We almost might feel like God left us like an unfinished project. But that's not the whole story. God uses the temptations, trials, and fears in our lives to mold us and shape us into who He wants us to be. He also gave us the Holy Spirit who gives us the power to fight off temptation.

What do we want our teens to know?

• The struggle with sin doesn't mean God abandoned us. 
• God gave us His Spirit and who gives us the power we need to fight sin. 
• There is day coming where God will make all things new. 

What do we want our teens to do?

• Be willing to allow God to "shape" and "mold" them according to His character.
• Embrace this power God has given us through the Holy Spirit to actively fight sin. 

Ways to follow up with your teen this coming week:

• Share your journey of faith with your teens. Maybe they know parts of it or none of it. Be sure to emphasize your struggles along the way and how God did use circumstances to shape you and that he's continuing to do it. 
• Continually communicate to your teen that you are there for them and pray with them each day that God will give them the power to fight off temptation.