Ultimate Runner’s Kit

• The Big Idea: This week, God is teaching us how to be strong, joyful runners in the race of life through Colossians 3:2, Ephesians 2:10, and Hebrews 12:1!

• Think About This: Imagine you are getting ready for a big race. To win, you need three things: a clear view of the finish line, the right running gear, and a light backpack. God gives us all three!

  First, Colossians 3:2 tells us to keep our eyes looking up at Him, like looking through binoculars at the big picture instead of staring down at our worries. Second, Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that God custom-made you as a beautiful masterpiece; He gave you your exact talents and personality to be your perfect "running gear" to help others. Finally, Hebrews 12:1 reminds us to drop the heavy rocks of fear, anger, or selfishness out of our backpacks and leave them with Jesus so our hearts stay light and happy!

• Family Activity: Draw a big racetrack on a piece of paper. At the starting line, write down a heavy worry you want to give to Jesus. In the middle, write down one special talent God gave you. At the finish line, draw a big smiley face to remind you to keep looking up at Him!