School & Friends
🎒 First Day of School Jitters
Jitters mean you care. You can be nervous and still walk in, because God strengthens you.
Courage
“Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for Yahweh your God is with you wherever you go.””
Joshua 1:9 · World English Bible
Help
“Don’t you be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. Yes, I will help you. Yes, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness.”
Isaiah 41:10 · World English Bible
Trust
“Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don’t lean on your own understanding.”
Proverbs 3:5 · World English Bible
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Say it
Practice Joshua 1:9
Tap the words in order. The blanks follow the verse from left to right.
Haven’tIcommandedyou?BestrongandDon’tbeafraid.bedismayed,forYahwehyourGodiswithyouyougo.”
Pray together
Dear God, my stomach feels fluttery about school. Please go with me and help me be brave and kind. Amen.
Two-minute challenge
Pack one small reminder in your backpack, like a verse card, and touch it when you sit down.
Parent tip
Visit the building or look at a photo of the teacher ahead of time so the first morning has one familiar piece.