Object:
a fake police badge, sunglasses, or other police paraphernalia
First Thoughts: In this next story of Jesus inviting disciples, we're going to focus on Jesus' invitation to repentance -- to stop, think, and turn around. As preparation for this lesson, I invite you to look back at your life focusing on those times when you made a shift in your path. Perhaps you changed careers, ended an unhealthy relationship, or just decided it was time for a fresh start and moved to another place. What was it that caused you to change direction? Do you feel the change benefited you? How does it feel to change direction and begin something new?