Your group of middle schoolers begins to notice the lonely, speak up with kindness even when tensions rise, and build an environment where every student feels seen and valued. Laughter feels safer, quarrels de-escalate faster, and students start to expect—and defend—kindness with each other inside and outside your group. This devotional equips you to lead those real, transformative changes in your ministry setting.

Who this is for

For youth leaders and pastors guiding middle schoolers (ages 11-13) who want to move their group from talking about kindness to consistently living it together.

SECTION 1 — Why Kindness Feels Hard in Middle School

naming real challenges to kindness and setting the stage for heart change

SECTION 2 — Helping Students Notice the Unseen

training to intentionally include others and spot overlooked classmates

SECTION 3 — Teaching Kind Words in a World of Quick Reactions

encouraging thoughtfulness and grace in fast, emotionally-charged conversations

SECTION 4 — Kindness When Conflict Shows Up

equipping students to handle disagreements with compassion and care

SECTION 5 — Building a Group Culture of Everyday Kindness

moving from reminders to a self-reinforcing culture where kindness is expected

SECTION 6 — Sending Kindness Beyond the Church Room

helping students take what they learn into their schools, homes, and digital worlds

What's included

Instant digital download (PDF)
read-aloud teaching
guided reflection prompts
journaling space
prayer guides
scripture focus

"And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ."

Ephesians 4:32, CSB

Truthkins Kindness That Sticks: An Interactive Devotional for Helping Middle Schoolers Practice Jesus-Shaped Kindness

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