Sunday MorningTidbits for December 21, 2025 Favorite scriptures by the NLT Youth and Pastor Richelle Melvin

Luke 2:1-20 was read by Rylan,Zander and Olivia- They read the story of the birth of Jesus.

Psalms 116:19 is Mari’s favorite scripture.

Mari said that everyone needs to praise the Lord in His house. He said that you can stand up and clap your hands and some by dancing and singing praises in the Lord’s house. Mari said he comes to church to praise the Lord. Mari challenges all youth to praise the Lord by singing and dancing to the Lord. He states that if you can dance and sing on Tik Tok or any social media, you can dance for the Lord.

Psalms 27:1 is Ja’el’s favorite scripture.

Ja’el said that this scripture means a lot to her. She says that the Lord is the source of light in his house. Ja’el said that He is the strength of her life and she will not fear or be afraid.

Psalms 56:3 is Josiah’s favorite scripture.

Josiah said that this scripture teaches him to always have faith even in the worst times and that he can always rely on Jesus at any moment. He said to always have faith and trust in Jesus!

Jeremiah 29:11 is Jeremiah’s favorite scripture.

Jeremiah said that God sees your future and has intentions for your life even when you don’t understand the process. Jeremiah said that you don’t have to worry about your problems today. He said that God knows your future and He gives you hope to keep trusting God!

Philippians 4:13 is Jordan’s favorite scripture.

Jordan said that you can do all things with Christ by your side. Jordan said that God gives us strength to do things everyday and every time. She said that you can do anything you put your mind to do with God’s help.

Philippians 4:13 is also Shamiyah’s favorite scripture.

Shamiyah said that Jesus gives you the right to do things and to do what He tells you to do when you trust God! She said that you can accomplish anything through Christ.

Luke 2:11 is Joshua’s favorite scripture.

Joshua said that Christmas is not just about Christ’s birth but of new beginnings; peace when you are distressed; light when things feel dark and a love that does not depend on you having it all together.

Proverbs 3:5-6 is Christopher’s favorite scriptures.

Christopher said that it is hard thinking about stuff on your own. Christopher said that when you are clouded with judgement, you may not be thinking right. He tells us to lean towards God and put faith in him. He said that if you are still unsure, sit down and have a quick little prayer and talk to God. Don’t rush things.

Psalms 34:14 is Raniya’s favorite scripture.

Raniyah said that many people are persuaded to do evil especially young people. She said that there were times when the devil tried to take her but she had to find peace and mercy in God. She said that it is hard to seek peace, but most days you have to push through it. Raniyah said that she is doing better in her academics and has chosen better friends. She said to depart from evil and do good.

Our youth brought it this morning.

Pastor Chelle summed it all up by saying that you should praise God when you come into church. You get what you put in.

You don’t have to worry or be afraid . Our hope and trust is in God!

We know that all things work together for our good when we trust Him. He’s your lawyer, your doctor and you don’t have to be afraid of anything.

Trust in Jesus for all things and everything knowing that God is your strength!

For I know God sees my future. He knows my future so you don’t have to worry about your present situation because your future is already written. You can do anything you put your mind to do. Know that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.

There is a love that does not depend on you or what you are doing. God gave his only son to die on that cross for your salvation. Jesus has ale ready paved the way for you.

Trust in the Lord! Lean not towards your own understanding. Lean towards God! Lean towards righteousness; lean towards holiness.

Depart from evil and do good. Seek peace and pursue it. Just because you did wrong doesn’t mean you can’t get it right now. Turn and seek peace. You can do all things through Christ who gives you strength! Seek peace and pursue it!