(Note to Zone members - a study of the book of Ruth begins today)

This week we continue the P.E.E.R.  A.R.M.Y.  series. Hopefully, these brief lessons will help you turn your teens into an evangelistic force. We often talk about peer pressure, but now we're talking about using peers for a positive purpose.

P = Personal Faith

E = Equipping

E = Evangelism

R = Relationships

A = Advance

The "R" stands for...

Report

"The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught." Mark 6:30

Jesus didn't just allow the disciples to go and teach without giving feedback. They returned and gave up the details.

They shared...

1. What was done. Where they went. What happened. Encourage your teens to share when and where they shared the gospel. Give them time to tell the whole story. In our fast paced world we want the Cliff Notes so we can move on. Don't do it. Set aside a time for teens to get to take their time with their report.

2. What was taught. Get deeper than, "And then I told him about Jesus." Ask for the fine points. Ask about the verses shared and what questions were asked.

When teens give a report...

1. They gain godly confidence. Even if the attempt to share didn't go well, sharing the story lets them see that they can try again. It helps to tell the experience with supporting peers.

2. It helps others in the army. They hear of what went right and can learn from it. They hear about what went wrong and can offer suggestions or love.

3. A team is formed. Reporting let's everyone see that "we are in this together." Sharing the good news as a soloists can feel (and be) lonely. Regular reporting with build cohesiveness and strength in the group.

Your Partners in Ministry,

Paul & Al

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