Knowing and Doing

If you are tired from carrying heavy burdens, come to me and I will give you rest.

Matthew 11:28 (CEV)

Have you ever wondered why you do wrong things sometimes?

Cheating on a test at school…

Gossiping about another kid behind their back…

Making a rude joke with your friends…

Lying to get out of getting in trouble…

In your head, you know the difference between right and wrong. But sometimes you just do what’s wrong anyway.

On your own it’s hard to do the good you want to do. Jesus says to come to him with all your sins, your failures, your weaknesses, your troubles. He promises to help you do what’s right and handle tough times. He wants to help guide you through those tough decisions so you can choose to take the better path.

So when you are faced with the option to do what’s right or wrong, turn to Jesus.

When that thought comes into your head to tell a lie or disobey or say something mean, talk to Jesus, instead.

A simple prayer is all it takes to start a conversation with him. He is there to give you rest and help you do what’s right. Try him!

SPIRITUAL FITNESS TRAINING

Doing the right thing can be tiring. It also can seem unfair when you do the right thing but others around you don’t! The reason we choose to do right is for God, not for others. Below, there are things listed that are good choices you can make. Take time to think about how you could apply each one into your day. Then ask God to help you make these good decisions every day!

• Taking out the garbage to help your dad
• Making your own snack after school
• Cleaning your room without being asked
• Helping out with dinner
• Helping your younger siblings with their homework

PRAY

Dear Lord, I need you to help me do the right thing. Thank you for guiding me.

KEEP IT GOING

Related passages: These additional verses will help you expand Scriptural knowledge and place on the armor of God’s Word to tackle each day. Swipe to read the passages today.

Jeremiah 6:16

Psalm 37:7

Psalm 62:1

Matthew 11:29–30