Octavia Birt
Presentation Topic
MY FRIEND’S NAME IS GRACE Ephesians 2:8-9
SATURDAY THE YOUTH SESSION (EARLY TEENS) (AGES 12-15)
WINDA BIRT AND OCTAVIA BIRT
MY FRIEND’S NAME IS GRACE Ephesians 2:8-9 (NIV)
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“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God not by works, so that no one can boast.” Colossians 3:13: “Bear with each other and forgive one another. If any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” You have heard someone ask, “Who’s your friend, what makes a friend? How much grace should I extend to my FRIEND? Grace in a friendship is by choice but it builds a foundation of love and a realization that we are all flawed. “But for GOD’S Grace . . .!” This lesson will be designed to encourage teens to understand the concept of grace and its importance in building strong and supportive friendships. They will learn to embody grace in their interactions, fostering a spirit of kindness and forgiveness among peers. We will explore the transformative power of grace in friendships—defining grace from a biblical perspective and understanding its significance as an unmerited gift from God. Through relatable activities and discussions, we will discover how offering and receiving grace can strengthen our bonds with friends, creating a supportive and encouraging environment. By the end of the session, teens will recognize that grace is not only essential in their relationships but necessary as God gave His son that we might have the freedom of GRACE! Finally, Paul, in Romans 12:2 says, “Do not be conformed to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Octavia Birt's Biography
Octavia "Tay" Birt is a Licensed Practical Nurse currently working in an Outpatient Addiction Maintenance Treatment Clinic. Octavia has worked in the mental health field and in women’s health for numerous years. 
Octavia is a member at Glass City church of Christ where she teaches and assist with various ministries. 
She has a passion for working with young ladies in particular, because she realizes that it takes a lot of courage to grow up and be who you really are and most importantly who God has called you to be. 
Octavia has 3 children Zephan, Zamarya, and Kendrale.
She enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and of course shopping. 
Octavia lives by the quote "life is not about waiting for the storm to past, it's about learning to dance in the rain" and her favorite scripture is Phil 4:6-7.