Comfort

Helping to ease pain or give encouragement during difficult times (See also helping)

Activities
	Helping Those in Need People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care.
Lesson
	Encouragement True encouragement only can come from God. Relying upon Christ in our time of need, and listening for God�s Holy Spirit is how we can truly receive (and give) encouragement.
	Judgment is Coming, Comfort is Coming God has a plan and a purpose for our lives, if we allow Him to use us. From Isaiah, we discover why we need to give in to God�s calling by saying �Here I am Lord, send me,� whether that be near or far.
	Overview of Psalms Understand the basic structure of the Psalms and motivate students to express themselves to God in greater ways.
	The Church: Accountability This lesson focuses on the need for "accountability" relationships with other members of the church for encouragement and Spiritual growth.
	Who is He to You? As disciples of Christ, we need to turn away from seeking out what God should do for us and rather take up our cross and serve Him.
Tips For Leaders
	Communication: The Newcomer Bridging the communication gap between the newcomer and the rest of the class