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YOUTH DEVOTIONAL WEEK 1 Key Verse: Psalm 103:13 “As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him.” THE FATHER’S LOVE

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Y O U T H D E V O T I O N A L

W E E K 1Key Verse: Psalm 103:13“As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him.”

THE FATHER’S LOVE

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How to use this study guide:This devotion / study guide is part of the Nairobi Chapel Personal and Family Worship Package. It will be provided on a weekly basis. For you to get the best out of it, here are a few instructions and definitions:

Instructions1. You will need a Bible, notebook and pen2. Pray before you begin the study3. Read the indicated Bible verses. Listen carefully to what God may be saying to you4. Use the questions to help you look inwardly and begin thinking about what you will do with

what you will learn each day5. Say the prayer at the end of each day6. Memorize the key verse. This study’s key verse is: “As a father has compassion on his children, so

the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him.” Psalm 103:13

Tools to help you:Hook: This is a way to begin the study that aims at catching your attentionBook: Refers to the Bible passage/s related to the lesson for the dayLook: Helps you to begin to see the ‘connection’ with the ‘Bible passage’ as well as giving you an opportunity to look inwardly and reflect in order to draw out key personal lessons that God wants to teach you.Took: Helps you think about what you have learned and what is your ‘take away’ from the devotional but also helps you learn how to apply the lessons learnt each day to your life.

This week, our focus will be, “THE FATHER HEART OF GOD”

MONDAY: The Father’s Love and ForgivenessHOOK: Think of a time when you acted selfishly and did something against your parents/guardians will. How did it turn out for you? What was your parent’s / guardian reaction?

BOOK: READ Luke 15:11-32

LOOK:Verse 11Who is telling this story and what is it about?

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Verse 13-14 and Verse 30What did the youngest son do with his inheritance?

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Verse 14-15What circumstances made his life even more difficult?

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Verse 20-23 and verse 32How did his father respond when he returned home?

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This is a parable. Who is the father and the son in this parable?

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TOOK: What did I learn today about the Father’s love and forgiveness to his children and how will I apply it to my life?

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PRAYER: Father God, thank you that You are like the father in this story. Thank you for being unconditionally loving and forgiving towards me. Forgive me when I am selfish like the son in the story and try to live my life, my way. Help me to live to glorify Your name, amen.

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TUESDAY: God’s Benefit PackageHOOK: Think of a time you got into trouble or failed at something. How did your parents/guardian respond?

BOOK: READ Psalm 103:1-13

LOOK: Psalm 103:1-13Write down the Lord’s characteristics found in these verses?

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From the list you have come up with, what is your favorite characteristic? Why?

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How would you describe the Lord’s love and forgiveness from these verses?

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What benefits do we have in fearing or honoring God?

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TOOK: What will I do now that I know God’s love is unconditional and that He forgives me when I fall short?

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PRAYER:Father in Heaven, as I have read in Your word about Your unconditional love and forgiveness towards me, I choose to receive it and believe it especially when it is hard to love and forgive myself. In Jesus name, amen.

WEDNESDAY: Love WinsHOOK: If you could pass or teach something about yourself to someone you love, what would it be?

BOOK: READ Romans 8:31-39

LOOK: Romans 8:31-39 From these verses how has God demonstrated His love for us?

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What can separate you from the love of God?

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What are some of the benefits we have when we are in Christ?

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TOOK: What did you learn today about God’s love and what will you do about it?

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PRAYER:Dear God, thank you for showing me that nothing can separate me from Your love. Forgive me for the times I have doubted. Teach me to love You too. In Jesus name, amen.

THURSDAY: God’s Love through SalvationHOOK: What one sacrifice have you made for a friend that cost you?

BOOK: READ John 3:16-18

LOOK: John 3:16How does God demonstrate His love for us?

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_____________________________________________________________________________ John 3:16-18From these verses what truth do you believe?

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How does one receive eternal life?

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TOOK: What did I learn today about God’s love? How will I apply it in my life?

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PRAYER: Dear God, thank you for Your unconditional love through salvation. I invite You in my life to be Lord and Savior, amen.

FRIDAY: Unconditional Love and ForgivenessHOOK: Is love conditional or unconditional? Why?

BOOK: READ Romans 5:7-8, Deuteronomy 7:7-9

LOOK: Romans 5:7-8How has God shown His love for us?

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What has the death of Christ achieved for us?

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Deuteronomy 7:7-9According to these verses, what drew God to choose you?

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TOOK: How has God shown His love to you? How will you respond?

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PRAYER: Father, You loved me and sent Your Beloved Son to pay the price for my sin when I was still a sinner. You are truly worthy of all glory and honor. May I never forget or walk away from Your love. Amen.