FINDING MY PLACE A Plea for Help

You are a friend of Marcus (in the story
mentioned in the student guide). You aren’t
one of the individuals who have been tormenting him, but you haven’t been actively supporting him, either. One afternoon he phones you, tells you how miserable he’s
feeling, and asks for your advice. Think
about how important it is to have good
friends, and how you could best be a supportive friend in this situation.

Questions

• Have you ever known anyone who was bullied and ignored? What was your response?
• How can you make a difference when you stand up to defend a student who is being bullied, harassed, or hurt?
• How could you include students who are ignored and left out in your circle of friends?
• How can you be an ambassador for Jesus at school and in your community?

What do we need more of in order to function better as a supportive group of friends? What do you need less of?

How can you be a positive influence in
your group of friends?

What’s the best thing a friend has ever
done for you? What’s the best thing you’ve ever one for a friend?

What are the
advantages of choosing Christian friends? What
does the Bible advise regarding the choice of
friends? (See Proverbs 12:26.)

What do we need more
of in order to function better as a supportive group of friends? What do you need less of?

“Behold, how good and how
pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together
in unity!” (Psalm 133:1)