Saturday, 23^rd July, 2016.

Scripture Reading:                    Luke 14:28-32.

Memory verse for the week:      Mat 18:21-22

21 Then Peter came to Him and said, “Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up to seven times?”

22 Jesus said to him, “I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven. (NKJV)

1. Educational fall –Out:  Every pregnant teen will have to leave school for at least one year for obvious reasons- to take care of herself and the baby before and after birth. This is incredible. That means such a teen girl will be lagging behind if she ever sums up courage to come back to school. Anything that will tamper with your education should be avoided.

• Social stigma:  In this fast growing elite society of the 21^st century, such a girl becomes an object of ridicule in the society.

• Shame:  She becomes ashamed in the midst of her peers.

• Such a teen becomes a disappointment to her Parents and loved ones after so much investment.

• Stress: Most teenage pregnancy happens unexpectedly and launches a young girl into a season of unprepared motherhood which could be very stressful. Can you imagine combining baby care with the rigours of school work?

• Psychological trauma/ Emotional pain: Most teens who find themselves pregnant need emotional healing and a lot of encouragement. Else, they could suffer from this regret everyday of their life.

ACTION WORD:        LOOK BEFORE YOU LEAP.               

PRAYER POINT:

1. My Father (3ce), please help me not to destroy myself and my glorious future.
2. Holy Ghost fire, separate me from anyone the devil may be bringing to destroy my destiny, in the name of Jesus.