Loneliness

This week’s Brite lesson talks about something many kids experience but don’t always say out loud—loneliness. In our Bible story, Jacob finds himself completely alone after leaving his family, yet God meets him there and reminds him that he is not truly alone.

Kids today are growing up in a world where loneliness is common, and some may carry that feeling more than we realize. This week, we’re helping kids see that God is always near. He sees them, knows them, and cares deeply for them.

As a family, take a moment to check in with your kid about their friendships and how they’ve been feeling. Remind them that even in lonely moments, God is with them and they always belong to Him.

Here’s how we discussed this topic and how you can discuss it at home: 

Discuss: Can you share about a time when you felt lonely?

Discuss: Do you think kids are lonelier these days? What might be some reasons for that?

Discuss: What does God have to say about that?

Say: A lot of people feel lonely these days. If you’ve felt that, you are not alone. Sometimes it might feel challenging to make friends or hang out with others. We spend a lot of time on screens, but this isn’t the same as having real friendships with people. God wants us to connect with other people. Maybe this week you can make a point to talk to someone new, especially someone else who might be lonely too. Even when we’re alone, we can trust God is always with us. The Bible teaches us that when we feel lonely, we can talk to God. Psalm 25:16 says: Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.