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The Flip Side Lesson 1 Links Ping Pong Balls Script Time: 5–10 minutes SuppliesPing-pong ballsA sturdy tree (or another large, immovable object) Let’s BeginScatter the ping-pong balls across the ground and invite each child to pick one up. “Have you ever felt like life was coming at you from every direction?”Allow children to respond. “Sometimes itContinue reading “Truth In Action”

The Other Side of No Lesson 1 Links Ping Pong Balls Script Time: 5–10 minutes SuppliesPing-pong ballsA sturdy tree (or another large, immovable object) Let’s BeginScatter the ping-pong balls across the ground and invite each child to pick one up. “Have you ever had a day that felt a little whirly and swirly? Sometimes life canContinue reading “Truth In Action”

The Other Side Of No Lesson 5 Activity Throughout this study, Chloe discovered that every time she paused, prayed, and trusted God instead of following her first reaction, she found something better waiting on the other side. What once felt like a list of frustrating “no’s” became opportunities to love God, love others, and experienceContinue reading “God On The Go”

The Other Side Of No Lesson 4 Activity By the end of today’s story, Chloe realized something incredible. All ten of God’s commandments could be summed up with just two simple ideas: Love God. Love Others. Every time she paused to pray, God helped her see beyond the rule itself to the loving heart behind it. WhetherContinue reading “Love Looks Good On You”

The Other Side Of No Lesson 3 Activity By the end of today’s story, Chloe realized something she had never noticed before. Every one of God’s “no’s” was really pointing her toward a better “yes.” His commands weren’t meant to take away her freedom or fun, they were showing her the best way to live.Continue reading “A Flip-Flop Situation”

The Other Side Of No Lesson 2 Activity When Chloe read the note from her parents, she realized something important. God already knew every mistake she had made, yet He still loved her. The more she learned about who God is, the more she understood she could trust Him. God’s attributes, like being loving, merciful,Continue reading “Walking With God”

The Other Side Of No Lesson 1 Activity Chloe’s thoughts felt whirly-swirly. Everywhere she looked, it seemed like there was another rule telling her what she couldn’t do. Instead of seeing God’s loving guidance or anyone’s good intentions, all she could see were the “no’s.” Sometimes our thoughts can feel that way too…confusing, overwhelming, andContinue reading “Whirly-Swirly Thoughts”

The Flip Side Lesson 5 Activity In this final lesson, George discovers that following God isn’t just about obeying rules, it’s about learning to trust that God’s way is always better. As he faces everyday moments that make him want to complain, lose his temper, or do things his own way, he remembers to Pray. Flip.Continue reading “Game Plan: PRAY. FLIP. GO.”

The Flip Side Lesson 4 Activity As George continues practicing Pray. Flip. Go., he begins to discover that every one of God’s commands has a purpose. Whether he’s choosing honesty, obeying his parents, showing kindness, or resisting temptation, George learns that God’s rules aren’t meant to keep him from what’s good, they’re meant to lead himContinue reading “Trailblazer Training Jar”

The Flip Side Lesson 3 Activity George begins to see God’s rules in a completely different way. He realizes they aren’t random rules meant to take away his fun, they’re loving directions from a Father who wants what is best for him. As he learns to Pray. Flip. Go., George finds that every choice has aContinue reading “The Flip Side Coin”