You have probably heard the phrase, “we reap what we sow.” The seeds we bury and water will always produce the plant the seed came from. Explain that today’s lesson is about consequences and about how a person will reap what he sows.
- Have you ever gotten caught right after you did something you knew was wrong? What did you learn by that experience? (Answers may vary.)
- Have you ever known someone who always seems to get away with things? Without naming any names, tell how that makes you feel. (Encourage students to discuss, but be careful to avoid gossip or oversharing.)
When people do things that are wrong or harmful, it can sometimes take a long time before they get payback. Other times, though, it happens right away! It can feel pretty satisfying to see this so-called “instant justice.” In the video we’re about to watch, a reckless driver goes far beyond the speed limit—and receives the consequences for that choice.
Play the following video for your students [2:21]:
Teen gets pulled over for speeding over 130 Miles Per Hour!
Ask a volunteer to recount what happened to the driver (a police officer ticketed the young driver for speeding; the officer called the teen’s parents; he expressed concern for the teen’s safety beyond issuing a speeding citation).
- How did it feel to see this young driver receive the consequences for his speeding? (Answers may vary; encourage discussion. Most students will acknowledge it was good for the teen to be pulled over and receive a citation before any harm could come to him.)
Sin has its consequences—that’s just how it works. Thankfully, our lesson doesn’t end there. Let’s dig in to find out more.
