THE LOVE OF GOD

Invite Week

Student Leader Roles:

• Promo – Promote the Club through social media, announcements, and any other outlets the school allows.
• Welcome – Stand at the door and welcome students to the Club as they arrive. Be sure to welcome any new students and connect them to the Club and Leadership so they feel like they have a place.
• Host – Start the Club with the Welcome, Prayer, Game (if applicable), and Memory Verse.
• Speaker – Lead the Club through Tool Time, and Dig In, using the EPIC Guide, and any supporting materials.
• Follow up – Follow up with new (or newer) students, and students who accepted Christ for the first time or want to know more. This role requires follow-up every week, not just after INVITE Weeks.

Welcome: Welcome to First Priority! We are so glad that you have chosen to join us today! Our focus this month has been centered around “The Love of God.” Today is INVITE Week!

Let’s start today’s club with prayer.

Opening Prayer: God, thank you for another great week that we get to be here at First Priority! We pray for our speaker today ______ as they share their story. We pray that our hearts would be open to hearing how much you love each one of us. In Jesus name, Amen.

Game – Optional (if time allows): Optional (if you have time): Feel free to select a game that fits your needs best! Click here to see the list of games available.

MEMORY VERSE: 1 John 4:19(NIV) – “We love because he first loved us.”

Hey there! I want to share something incredible with you today. Have you ever wondered about the meaning of life or what happens after we die? Well, the good news is that there are answers to these questions, and it’s all found in the message of the Gospel. Let me ask you the first question.

Question 1: Do you know for sure that you have Eternal life and that you will go to Heaven when you die?

This question is important because it addresses our eternal destiny. Many people have doubts or uncertainties about what happens after death. But the Bible assures us that we can have confidence in knowing where we will spend Eternity.

1 John 5:11-12 says: “And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have the Son of God does not have life.”

This means that Eternal Life is not about what we do but about whether we have a relationship with Jesus Christ. Would you like to know how you can be sure? Well, let me ask you another question.

Question 2: If you were to die today and stand before God, and He asked you, “Why should I let you into Heaven?” What would you say?

Many people think they have to earn their way into Heaven through good deeds or religious rituals. But the Bible tells us that salvation is a free gift from God.

Ephesians 2:8-9 says: “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works so that no one can boast.”

This verse shows us that no amount of good works can save us—only faith in Jesus Christ can. So, what do you think is the right answer? Let’s talk about the Gospel.

Explanation of the Gospel:
The Gospel is the Good News about Jesus Christ. It starts with recognizing that we all have a problem called sin. Sin separates us from God because He is holy, but we are not. Our sin deserves punishment, and that punishment is eternal separation from God. However, God loves us so much that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the Cross for our sins. Jesus took our punishment upon Himself, and through His sacrifice, He offers us forgiveness and Eternal Life. Now, one last question for you.

Question 3: If what you just heard is true—if Jesus really died and rose again to offer you complete forgiveness and Eternal Life—how will you respond?

This isn’t just another question. It’s the most important decision you will ever make. God is extending His hand to you right now, offering love, grace, and a brand-new life. You don’t have to carry your past, your guilt, or your fears anymore—He’s ready to wipe them all away.

Imagine standing before God one day, knowing you said ‘yes’ to Him, knowing without a doubt that you are His. That can be your reality today. Right now, He is knocking on the door of your heart. Will you open it?

(intro to Response Time)

If you’re ready to respond to God’s offer of forgiveness and Eternal Life, you can do so through prayer. Prayer is simply talking to God. You can express your faith in Jesus, confess your sins, and ask Him to come into your life as your Savior and Lord. Remember, it’s not about saying the right words but expressing your heart to God. If you are ready, say this prayer with me.

Prayer:
God, I admit that I have sinned and need your forgiveness. I believe you died on the cross and rose again to save me. I give you my heart and ask you to cleanse me from all sin. Make me new and help me to follow you faithfully. Thank you for your love and sacrifice. I pray this in Jesus’ name. Amen.

Remember, the Gospel is all about God’s love, grace, and the hope of Eternal Life through Jesus Christ. It’s the most incredible message we can ever receive.

Before we leave today, our Student Leaders are going to pass out Response Cards for you to fill out. If you related to or felt moved today, please take a moment to fill out a Response Card. As you will see on the cards there are 5 boxes asking about your response to today’s Club.

The first box ‘Today I trusted in Jesus for the first time.’ This is if you made the decision to follow Christ and put Him first in your life for the first time.

The second box ‘Today I reaffirmed my faith in Jesus.’ This is if maybe you made the decision to follow Christ in the past, but have fallen short and got caught up in sin for a while and you want to recommit your life to Christ.

The third box ‘I would like more information about the Gospel.’ This is to let us know that you would like to dive deeper into the Gospel of Christ and the calling that the Lord has for your life. We would love to connect with each of you on this level.

The fourth box ‘I have already trusted in Jesus before today.” This is maybe for those of you who are already walking with Christ and have made the decision to follow Him wholeheartedly. If this is you, we still want to connect with you and walk alongside you. We hope that you continue to come to Club and join this Faith Community as we connect with each other through the Gospel.

The last box is for anyone who is not interested in what you heard today in Club. If this is you, we want to encourage you and let you know that no matter your beliefs or place in life, you are still welcome and wanted here. We love having each and every one of you. There is space here for everyone no matter where you are on your walk with Christ, even if you may not be walking with Christ yet.

As you finish filling out your card, we want to thank each of you for joining us today. We cannot wait to connect with you and see you next week! Let’s take a moment to pray together and then we will discuss any announcements…

Let’s close in prayer.

Closing Prayer suggestion: Heavenly Father, we are grateful for this time of sharing and encouragement. If anyone here felt your Spirit speaking to them, let them respond to your call. And for those who need to hear of your saving grace but were not here today, make a way for them to join us in the future. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

(This is the place for the Club to make any announcements for the upcoming week and or month)

If today was your first time at First Priority and you want to learn more, we’d love to see you again next week for CONNECT Week. It’s a great opportunity to connect with others and discover more of God’s purpose for you.

Leader Notes: Remember to file the report on this week’s Club numbers!

This is a great spot to add Student Leaders to your team and give responsibilities to them. It is also the place to check on the upcoming school schedule for days off or breaks (your Faculty Sponsor is a great resource for this).

FOLLOW UP: Collect all Response Cards and sort them before leaving the room after Club. Follow-up is key and can be urgent for a New Believer. If there is no time for the team to sort them, have a Student Leader take them and sort them within the next few hours (Do not do this during class time when you should be working or paying attention!). Send the name of each person who made a decision to the person who brought them or another friend so they can follow up appropriately. Make a plan to review and pray over them with your Campus Coach and Adult Leaders. Plan to connect soon with any students who had questions or made a decision – you want them to know that they are important to you.

See the Follow-Up Guide on www.firstpriority.club/resources for more details.

Prepare for CONNECT Week: Who will be responsible for the areas listed in the First Priority Club app (or the planning guide at the beginning of this month?