Materials
A variety of tools used to measure things… a scale, ruler, measuring cups and spoons of all different sizes, thermometer, carpenter’s level, plumbline, voltage detector, protractor, stop watch, spring scale, watch or clock, etc.

Activity
Q: What do all these things have in common?
A: They are used to measure things.
Q: What would be the best device to measure a _____________. (Fill in the blank with various objects around the room)

Application
How do we measure our Christian growth?
How do we measure our spirituality?

We could measure our growth and spirituality by many different means. We could use the 10 Commandments, the Fruits of the Spirit, the Great Commission and many other ways to measure our spiritual life. This could be used as an introduction to any of these topics. But Christ said that the primary way we will be known / measured as Christians in by our love for others. (John 13:35)

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