High School Week 3 (October 22): This is My Story
Series Verses:
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
“Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” John 20:21
Discussion Goal: You don’t need to know everything — you just need to tell people what you’ve seen Jesus do.
Leader Tip
This week focuses on the man born blind in John 9:1-25. The man didn’t know everything. In fact, he knew very little: “I was blind, but now I see.” As students read, help them see that they don’t have to be Bible scholars in order to help others know Jesus.
Bring the discussion back to the goal: You don’t need to know everything — you just need to tell people what you’ve seen Jesus do. Invite students to practice sharing what Jesus has done for them to help them get comfortable with what sharing their testimony looks like.
If you sense hesitation, ask:
What’s one thing you’ve seen Jesus do in your life recently?
Why might your story be just what someone else needs to hear?
Encourage vulnerability and celebrate authenticity. Remind them: Jesus doesn’t need a perfect story or all the right info, just a willing heart.
Start Talking (Conversation Starter):
If someone made a movie about your life, would it be a comedy, drama, action, or something else? Why? (Bonus points if you talk about who would play your character, what the movie name would be, etc.)
Open God’s Word:
As a group, read John 9. (Consider splitting up passages so everyone has a chance to read.)
⬆️ Leader Tip: If you're short on time or your group struggles with long passages, only read verses 1-25.
Think It Through (and Talk It Out)
What are some things you noticed in this scripture? What stood out to you the most?
How did you feel challenged or encouraged? Why?
How can you apply what you read? What will you do differently moving forward?
Pray: Jesus, thank You that our stories matter to You. Help us to see that our testimony doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful — it just has to point to You. Give us boldness to share what You’ve done in our lives and to trust that You’ll use it to reach others. Amen.
Additional Questions (use as needed)
What’s the difference between trying to “convince” someone about Jesus versus simply sharing your own experience with Him?
Take another look at John 9:1-12. The healed man didn’t give a complicated explanation; he just shared what happened. Why is it powerful to share your personal story of faith, even if it’s simple?
What keeps teenagers from sharing their story about Jesus? Share some of the challenges or tensions you (or others) have faced.
Read John 9:24-25. The man said, “I was blind, but now I see.” How could you sum up in one or two sentences what Jesus has done in your life so far? What’s one step you can take to be bold in sharing that story with someone?