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This one-off message gives students permission to bring their real emotions to God. Rooted in Psalm 42, Psalm 39:12, and Psalm 126, it helps you shepherd a room where teenagers don’t have to fake being “fine,” and instead learn to pray their feelings honestly. The talk traces biblical models of lament (from Jacob, Hannah, and even Jesus weeping) and shows that sadness isn’t unspiritual; it’s human, and it’s welcomed in God’s presence.

This is intentionally flexible so you can teach it in a large group with a response time or run it in a living room with a couple of students. Regardless of the group size, this resource will help your students discover that being honest with God is not weakness; it’s worship.

To sample a preview of this teaching, click here. 

This Resource Includes:

• Complete message manuscript (Word file)
• Small group guide (Word file)
• Parent email, quipping them with the lesson and next steps (Word file)
• Title & content slides (jpeg files)
• Social media graphics (jpeg files)