Stand for what is Right

Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong.  1 Corinthians 16:13 (NLT)

Props: various protest signs with humorous messages (e.g., “Respect Duct Tape,” “Save the Plastic Containers!”)

Presentation: Have helpers come out wearing T-shirts/carrying signs, each with his/her own “protest” message.  (Some of them can be silly).  Have them call out their slogans as they come.  Have the final helper come out with a sign that says, “God loves you.”  The other protesters should laugh at him and comment on how ridiculous it is. 

            Most people have something that they are willing to stand and even fight for, but very few people stand for what is right.  People fight to go to war, other fight against war.  Some say it’s wrong to kill animals, others say it’s okay.  There are those who will fight against our president and others talk about how great he is.  Many people fight for many things.  But today’s lesson is all about standing up for what is right. 

            You have a choice in this life: You can stand up for what is right or you can live your life doing wrong.  Standing for what is right will often mean that you will have to stand alone.  You will have people who don’t understand you and some will make fun of you.  Just keep standing for what you know is true. 

            You will have people who don’t understand you or your love for God.  Some people may make fun of you or stop hanging around you if you do what is right.  Just keep standing for what you know is true.  You must decide that you are going to do what is right no matter what it costs you. 

            Stand for what is right, even if you stand alone.