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School of Rock (PG-13)

Theme: Proper self-esteem comes from a relationship with God.

Scripture: Psalm 30

Clip Location: 28:00 through 29:15 (DVD Chapter: 6) Preview All Clips

Synopsis:
Lawrence says he can’t be in the band because he’s not cool enough. Dewey insists that anyone who’s in a band and can play like Lawrence is cool. He’s in the band as long as he commits to it. Lawrence agrees.

Gospel Filter:
Most people base their self-esteem on the reactions of other people. How others treat them determines how they feel about themselves. God has a better way. He made each person unique, wonderful, and special. God wants all his people to feel this way, no matter what others say. Help your young people discover a self-esteem that can never be torn down from the outside, but derives from God and his promises.

Discussion Questions:

* Why did Lawrence have a low self-esteem? Can you relate to Lawrence? Why or why not?

* What kinds of things create a person’s self-esteem? What kinds of things can tear it down?

* Do you think you have a good self-esteem? Why or why not?

* Read aloud Psalm 30. According to these verses, should our self-esteem be affected by other people? Why or why not?

* How does your self-esteem affect your relationships with other people? with God?

* How will a tighter relationship with God improve your self-esteem?

* How can you learn to derive your self-esteem from your relationship with God instead of how other people view you?