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Small Choices Matter



“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much.”Luke 16:10


For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. Galatians 6:8


Lesson Overview

In this week's lesson we learned that small choices in life can have a big impact, just like one domino can knock over an entire line.

  • Integrity is built in the private moments no one sees.

  • Trust is earned one small decision at a time.


Examples Discussed in Youth Lesson

These are everyday “dominoes” teens face:

  1. Cheating “just once”

  2. Gossiping about friends

  3. Skipping prayer or devotional time

  4. Lying to parents

  5. Praying

  6. Reading the Word

  7. Kindness


Key Idea: Each small choice has a chain reaction  for good or bad.


Discussion Questions for Home

Use these to talk with your teen about their choices:

  1. Can you think of a small choice you made recently that had a bigger impact than you expected?

  2. Why do small choices sometimes feel unimportant?

  3. How does it feel to know that integrity is built when no one is watching?

  4. What “dominoes” in your life could knock over good things if you’re not careful?

  5. How do small good choices help your future?

  6. Who besides you is affected by the choices you make?


Application Questions

Encourage your teen to reflect and act:

  1. What is one small positive habit you can start this week? (Example: daily prayer, reading a scripture, helping a sibling)

  2. What is one small negative habit you can stop this week? (Example: gossip, lying, skipping responsibilities)

  3. When you are tempted to make a “just once” choice, how can you remember the domino effect?

  4. How can you encourage your friends to make good small choices too?

  5. How does God see and reward the small choices you make in private?


Weekly Challenge

“Domino Reset Challenge” – Pick one small choice to improve this week.

Examples:

  • Pray 5 minutes each day

  • Say no to gossip

  • Be honest with teachers or parents

  • Read one scripture a day

Tip for Parents:Check in daily or weekly with your teen. Celebrate small victories  they matter more than they seem

Closing Thought for Families

“One small domino may seem insignificant, but it has the power to start something big. Your teen’s future, character, and trustworthiness are built one choice at a time.”


 
 
 

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