One of the greatest things about camp is getting away: No cell phones, no TV, no Myspace or Twittering. And we know none of you are happy to be away from your parents, right (kidding). Parents can be your best friends or your biggest enemies (you think), usually all in the same day.

What I like most about my parents:

The biggest thing that annoys me about my parents is:

Guess what, Jesus understands about parents.

Read Luke 2:41-48

How old was Jesus when his parents lost him? (vs. 42)

What was Jesus doing when his parents couldn’t find him? (46)

Jesus got chewed out by his mom even though he was exactly where he was supposed to be. Parents aren’t perfect, but neither are we. Only Jesus knew exactly how to react to his parents. By looking at His response, we can learn a lot about how to treat the authority in our lives.

Read vs. 49-52

It’s cool to know Jesus had similar experiences with his parents that we have today. How does it make you feel to know that Jesus can relate to your family struggles?

Even though Jesus’ parents didn’t understand him, he still obeyed and honored them.

How can you honor and respect your parents even when you disagree?

Write a one sentence prayer over your family right now. Ask God to help you show Christ to your family.