OVERVIEW:

In this series, Never Give Up, we’re encouraging students to see that resilience is a part of their DNA. Middle schoolers may struggle in the face of challenges, as many of them will find themselves navigating difficult circumstances, rejection, or loss for the first time in this phase. That’s why encouraging them to know that God doesn’t give up on them and doesn’t want them to give up on themselves

or others is so crucial to encourage them to keep going and keep growing in resilience.

WEEK ONE

2 Corinthians 11:23-27, Philippians 3:13-14

BOTTOM LINE

Resilience helps us never give up.

WEEK TWO

John 16:33a

BOTTOM LINE

Never give up on God.

WEEK THREE

Timothy 4:11

BOTTOM LINE

Never give up on others.

WEEK FOUR

Romans 8:37, 2 Corinthians 4:17

BOTTOM LINE

Never give up on you.

REMEMBER THIS

“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” Psalm 145:18, NIV

DO THIS

MORNING TIME

As your middle schooler starts their day, surprise them with a breakfast treat.

DRIVE TIME

While on the go this week, ask: “What is something I can I help you with this week?

MEAL TIME

At a meal this week, have everyone share about how they’ve seen another family member or someone they know never give up—even when things were tough and they wanted to quit.

BED TIME

Pray for your middle schooler to have wisdom to know when to keep striving for something and when to walk away.