Divine Dispatch
3 John 1:11
Goodness Guides: Following What Is Right
Verse Of The Day:
"Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God." (3 John 1:11)
Imagine you’re playing a game with your friends, and everyone decides to follow the leader. Now, what if the leader starts doing something wrong, like cheating or being mean? Would you follow? 3 John 1:11 tells us to be careful about who we follow and what we imitate. God wants us to do what is good because that shows we belong to Him.
When we choose to do good things—like being kind, telling the truth, or helping others—we’re showing that we are part of God’s family. It’s like shining a light for others to see! But if we choose to do things that are wrong, it’s like hiding that light under a basket where no one can see it.
God gives us the ability to know what’s right and wrong, and He wants us to make choices that reflect His love. When we follow what is good, we’re not just making the world a better place, but we’re also showing that we know and love God.
Goodness Chain:
Make a “Goodness Chain” with your family or friends! Cut out strips of colorful paper. Every time you do something good, write it on a strip and link it to the chain. As the chain grows, talk about how these good actions are helping you follow God’s ways. Hang the chain somewhere you can see it, and let it remind you every day to choose what is good. This activity encourages everyone to make good choices and see how those choices connect us to God.
Time For A Prayer:
Dear God, thank You for showing us the way to do good. Help us to follow what is right and to turn away from anything that is not pleasing to You. Give us the strength to be kind, honest, and loving in all we do. May our actions show others that we belong to You. Amen.
Keep linking those good actions, Faith Force Goodness Guides! Until our next Divine Dispatch, remember that every time you choose to do good, you’re shining God’s light for everyone to see. Let’s keep following what is right and spreading His love wherever we go.