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2 Corinthians 5

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Have you ever borrowed something from a friend or family member? Maybe a toy, a book, or even some money? When we borrow something, we must give it back, right? That's what a debt is: something we owe someone else. 
 
But did you know that we all have a debt we can't pay back on our own? It's the debt of sin. Sin is anything we do that goes against what God wants us to do. The Bible says that the wages of sin—what must be paid—is death. That means that because of our sin, we deserve to be separated from God forever. But here's the good news: Jesus paid our debts! 
 
Jesus’ perfect life and sacrifice on the cross has made us right with God. He has paid the debt we owe and given us credit for His righteousness. So, the next time you borrow something or owe someone a debt, remember that Jesus paid our debts too—the biggest debt of all. And because of Him, we can have new life and hope in Him forever. 
 
 
Jesus can forgive anyone. When we trust in Jesus, God forgives our sin and invites us into His family. He calls us to tell others about Him so they might believe in Jesus and be saved.
What is the debt we can't pay back on our own?
Who paid that debt for us?
What is one thing you learned from this week's lesson?

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Pray

Morning

Praise God for being present and active in our lives each day.

Evening

Ask God to help you know Jesus personally.

Act

For Fun
Praise Jesus as the Redeemer who took the punishment for sin and paid the debt we owed. Thank Him for being the perfect sacrifice that brings peace with God to all who believe in Him.

To Serve
Ask God to give you courage and passion to tell others about Jesus. Praise Him for the gift of His Son to save us from sin and think about how this is good news for those you will tell.

Resource of the month

Our recommended resource this month is "The Biggest Story Advent" by Kevin DeYoung.

"Each reading opens with a fun lift-the-flap page, which kids open to reveal a Bible passage and colorful illustration. On the opposite page, DeYoung retells a related Bible story or prophecy that foretold Jesus’s coming, and shares a simple prayer to recite. Helping kids understand God’s redemption story from Genesis to Jesus’s birth, this devotional is a fun, interactive way to center your holiday traditions on Christ and to see how he is the fulfillment of promises God made throughout Scripture."