Scared of Being Alone? What Jesus Would Say
Part of the October What Would Jesus Say series. For kids feeling unseen, alone, or like no one understands them. Pastor Justin walks them through Matthew 28:20, Jesus' final promise to his followers, and lands them in the truth that 'always' really means always.
For Parents
If your kid is sitting alone at lunch, walking into a room where they don't see anyone they know, or just carrying that quiet ache of feeling invisible, this episode meets them there. Pastor Justin walks them through Matthew 28:20 and Jesus' final promise to his followers, and lands them in the truth that 'always' is the actual word he used. After it ends, ask your kid where they felt most alone today.
The One Thing for the Ride
“Even if the room is empty or your heart feels quiet and alone, Jesus is right there with you.”
Scripture
Matthew 28:20
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Key Takeaways
- Part of the October 'What would Jesus say about the things that scare us?' series
- Walks kids through Matthew 28:20, Jesus' final words before going back to heaven
- Names the truth: Jesus said 'always,' not 'sometimes,' not 'only on church days'
- Reminds kids the promise was for the disciples AND for them today
- Gives three concrete moves: whisper 'Jesus, be near me,' memorize Matthew 28:20, look around for someone else who feels alone
Try This Week
- When you feel alone, whisper a prayer like this: 'Jesus, be near me.'
- Consider memorizing Matthew 28:20. Say it out loud when loneliness shows up.
- Look around. Is there someone else who might feel alone too? Be brave. Be kind. Be the friend they need.
Talk It Over
When is a time you felt alone and how did God remind you that you weren't?
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