Scared of the Doctor or Dentist? What Jesus Would Say
Part of the October What Would Jesus Say series. For kids scared of shots, checkups, cleanings, or any doctor or dentist visit. Pastor Justin walks them through Luke 8:48, where Jesus heals a woman who'd been sick for 12 years and gives her peace, and lands them in the truth that bravery isn't the absence of fear. It's trusting Jesus through it.
For Parents
If your kid has a shot, a checkup, or a cleaning coming up and is already nervous, this episode meets them there. Pastor Justin walks them through Luke 8:48, where Jesus heals a woman who'd been sick for 12 years and gives her peace, and lands them in the truth that bravery isn't the absence of fear. It's trusting Jesus through it. Pray with them in the car before the appointment.
The One Thing for the Ride
“Bravery isn't about not feeling scared. It's about trusting Jesus when you are.”
Scripture
Luke 8:48
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Key Takeaways
- Part of the October 'What would Jesus say about the things that scare us?' series
- Walks kids through Luke 8 and Jesus healing a woman who'd been sick for 12 years
- Names the truth: Jesus didn't just heal her body, he gave her peace and called her 'daughter'
- Reframes bravery as trust, not the absence of fear
- Gives three concrete moves for the exam room: pray in the car first, breathe deep and say 'Go in peace,' bring something special with you
Try This Week
- Ask Jesus to go with you in the exam room before you go in. Pray in the car with mom or dad before you walk into the building.
- Take deep breaths and repeat this verse to yourself: 'Go in peace. Go in peace.'
- Bring something special with you. A small cross, your favorite Bible, a special stuffed animal. Little reminders of God's presence make a big difference.
Talk It Over
What's the thing you can do so you feel brave the next time you're nervous at the doctor or dentist?
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