REAL TIME FAITH NOVEMBER 26- DECEMBER 3, 2016 A Sabbath School Bible Study Guide for JUNIORS/TEENS Gracelink Sabbath School Curriculum. Ages 13 to 14 years old. 10 "Saying It With Tact" Study this lesson for December 3, 2016 Memory Text Memory Text: “He who has knowledge spares his words, and a man of understanding is of a calm spirit” (Proverbs 17:27, NKJV). Thursday CONNECTING Read Esther 4:14. One of the best stories of relating to others as a Christian is and knowing how to speak tactfully is the story of Queen Esther (see Esther 4; 5; 7). First of all, the secret of her success was found in a genuine relationship with God. She prayed and fasted for three days before she went to see the king. What other steps did she take that demonstrate her wisdom and tact? How can you use some of the lessons from the Bible to speak and act with tact in your interactions with others? Review the memory text. In any aspect of our lives—but perhaps more in sharing Jesus with our friends—we need to practice tact. Ellen White wrote, “In the work of soul-winning, great tact and wisdom are needed. The Savior never suppressed the truth, but He uttered it always in love. . . . He exercised the greatest tact, and He was always kind and thoughtful” (Gospel Workers, p. 117).
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