I Matter Because – St. Andrew's UMC

What does a kid have to offer? Everything!

In this three-part series, kids will learn how to follow the path God has prepared for them. Each week focuses on one aspect of God-given purpose that will bring God glory: the things they are good at, the things they care about, and the experiences they have been through. I matter because…

Each Wednesday, a lesson will appear right here. You can also find lessons in the private Facebook group.

What I’ve been through matters

Use your story to give God glory.

Our whole story matters. Let’s see what Harper on Konnect HQ knows about that!

God used a sad part of Harper’s story—her parents’ divorce—to help Alissa out when she went through the same thing. All of our stories are different, but God still uses every part. It’s hard to understand why bad things happen, but we can still trust God. Not sure what to pray after this lesson? Try this:

God, please help us to trust Your plan when things are good and when they’re bad. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

What I care about matters

Use what you care about to give God glory.

At Konnect HQ, we’ll find out people can care about animals—and a lot of other things, too!

Whoa. God made us to care about things—and to do good things about them, too. Here’s a short prayer that can go along with this week’s lesson, especially if you aren’t sure about how to figure out what you should do about something you care about:

God, please show me how to obey You and make a difference in the things I care about. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

What I’m good at matters

Use what you’re good at to give God glory.

It’s so great to be able to give to God! Today’s point is all about using what you’re good at for God’s purpose. Now let’s watch Konnect HQ to find out how they do that!

God made everyone great at something! Use the graphics below to learn the verse and point. You can also discuss the questions with a parent or adult. When you are finished, you can pray this prayer:

God, thank you for the gifts and talents you gave to me. Please show me how to use them to serve others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Welcome to Konnect HQ

We can do God’s mission better together.

God calls us to work together to let the world know about Him! Let’s ask our friends at Konnect HQ for help about what we need to do that mission. Each short video provides a verse and a point that you can use to help you share God with others. There are also questions that can be used in a discussion with adults to expand learning and understanding.