CHILD-FRIENDLY MINDSET: THINKING LIKE JESUS!

Memory Verse: 2 Corinthians 10:5: "We take every thought and make it obey Christ."

 

What Is a Mindset?

Your mindset is how you think and feel about things. It’s like the glasses you wear—if they’re dirty or broken, you won’t see clearly. But if they’re clean and strong, you’ll see the truth!

The Bible says our thoughts are very important. What we think about can help us grow closer to God—or pull us away from Him.

Why Does Mindset Matter?

- Sometimes, we believe lies like “I’m not good enough” or “God doesn’t care.”

- But those thoughts don’t come from God—they come from the enemy.

- God wants us to think about what is true, good, and lovely (Philippians 4:8).

Bible Story: David and Goliath

Everyone was scared of the giant Goliath. But David wasn’t! Why?

- David remembered how God helped him fight lions and bears.

- He believed God would help him again.

- David didn’t focus on the giant—he focused on God’s power.

That’s a faith-filled mindset!

How Can We Clean Our Thoughts?

The Bible says we should renew our minds (Romans 12:2). That means:

- Pray and talk to God.

- Read the Bible to learn what God says.

- Speak truth like “God loves me” and “I can do all things through Christ.”

Think Like Jesus

Colossians 3:2 says: "Think about things in heaven, not things on earth."_

That means we should focus on God’s love, peace, and promises—not just what we see around us.

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

1. What do I think about when I’m scared or sad?

2. Do I believe God is bigger than my problems?

3. What good things can I think about today?

4. How can I help my friends think like Jesus too?

PRAYER: Dear God, thank You for loving me and helping me think good thoughts. When I feel scared or confused, help me remember Your truth. Teach me to think like Jesus and trust You every day. Help me to be brave like David and believe You are always with me.  In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Shalom

Extended reading 1 Samuel 17

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