Seventh-Day Adventist Devotional For Children: “Resisting Peer Pressure”

DAILY BREAD – DEVOTIONAL FOR CHILDREN

EASTERN NIGERIA UNION CONFERENCE CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Title: Resisting Peer Pressure

” At my first defense, no one came to stand by me, but all deserted me. May it not be charged against them!” (2 Timothy 4:16)

Sometimes, it can be difficult to stand firm in your beliefs when others pressure you to do something different. In 2 Timothy 4:16, it’s mentioned, “At my first defense, no one came to stand by me, but all deserted me. May it not be charged against them!” This verse shows that even when others abandon you or try to sway you in a different direction, you can remain true to your faith and convictions. It takes strength and courage to resist peer pressure and stay true to your beliefs.
Have you ever been in a situation where your friends wanted you to do something that you knew was wrong or against your beliefs? It’s not always easy to say no when everyone around you is saying yes. But remember, you have the strength to stand up for what’s right.
In today’s Bible verse, it talks about how even when no one stood by the Apostle Paul, he stayed true to his faith. He didn’t give in to peer pressure or abandon his beliefs. He showed incredible courage and strength.
When you face peer pressure, it’s like a test of your character and your faith. It’s a chance for you to stand up for what you believe in, just like a brave knight defending a castle. You can say no when you know something is wrong, and you can choose to follow your heart and your faith.
It’s not always easy, but when you resist peer pressure, you’re showing your strength and your commitment to God. You’re proving that your faith is more important than anything else.
So, be strong and courageous. Stand up for what you believe in, even when others try to persuade you otherwise. Your faith is worth protecting.
Resisting peer pressure is a test of your character and faith. Be brave like Daniel living out your beliefs, and always stand up for what’s right. Your faith is worth protecting, and when you say no to things that go against it, you’re showing strength and commitment to God.

Thought for Reflection:
When you face peer pressure, remember that you have the strength and courage to stand up for what’s right. Just as the Apostle Paul remained faithful, you too can stand firm in your beliefs. It may appear that you’re the odd one out, but like the Hebrew Boys, stand up for God and defend your faith,, showing that it’s more important than anything else.

Song:
Standing by a purpose true,
Heeding God’s command,
Honor them, the faithful few!
All hail to Daniel’s Band!
Refrain:
Dare to be a Daniel!
Dare to stand alone!
Dare to have a purpose firm!
Dare to make it known!

Prayer:
Dear Lord, in moments of peer pressure, grant us the strength and courage to stand up for our beliefs. Help us to resist pressure, just as the Apostle Paul remained faithful. Help us to be like Daniel and his fellow Hebrew boys and Apostle Paul, defending our faith and showing that it is more important than anything else. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.