Crosswalk

Relationship

P*E*E*R A*R*M*Y - Week 4

The first thing Andrew did was to find his brother Simon and tell him, "We have found the Messiah" (that is, the Christ). John 1:41

While we are to share Jesus with everyone, sometimes its easiest to start with friends and family. A relationship helps because you have a starting point.

1. Relationships are build on trust. A person who trusts you will be more open to the gospel than a complete stranger.
2. Relationships provide opportunity. Being around someone a lot means it's not a one time shot. You can share the Lord when the door appears open.
3. Relationships possess key experiences. Teens know their friends' hurts, wants and dreams. Jesus often approached people through their deepest need. The woman at the well in John 4 is an example. Her loneliness was Jesus' point of connection.

Encourage our group to think about their exiting relationships. We could Have them list the people in their lives they can share the good news with. We could Have them write down the problem or there  need for   Jesus could enter their lives.