
Volume 1: Truth
Preteens and leaders will have discussions on who defines truth, why should I trust the Bible, is heaven real, and more.
FORGE
(V.) /FORJ/
to form, especially by concentrated effort; to form or shape an element or object by heating and hammering to mold it into a new shape.
Forged is a term used to describe how an object is formed or shaped through diligent and concentrated effort. This concept can be applied to growing in the Christian faith.
When we trust in Jesus for salvation, He makes us new and begins to mold or shape
us more into the image of Jesus. As we grow in our faith, the truth of God’s Word
shapes our minds and hearts and changes our actions to look more like Jesus.
You rejoice in this, even though now for a short time, if necessary, you suffer grief in various trials so that the proven character of your faith—more valuable than gold which, though perishable, is refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.