family faith talks

Jesus Growing Up

Big idea: Jesus is our example.

“Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and favor with God and man.” Luke 2:52

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Luke 2:52
“Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and favor with God and man.”

Through this story, Jesus taught us something important about our relationship with God. He showed us that when we have questions regarding the Bible, the Church, or believing in Jesus, we should talk to God about it through prayer. He also showed us that going to church and asking the leaders questions can help us grow in our understanding of God!

ask

Have you ever had questions about the Bible, Church, or Jesus? How did you get an answer?

Why do you think Jesus went to the temple (Church) to talk with the leaders?

pray

Thank you, Jesus, for always loving us. We thank you for showing us the perfect example of what to do when we have questions and the importance of getting to know you better. I pray we will be faithful to learn more about you always. It’s in your name we pray, Amen.

Baptism

Big idea: Jesus is our example.

“Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and favor with God and man.” Luke 2:52

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Matthew 3:16-17

After his baptism, as Jesus came up out of the water, the heavens were opened and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and settling on him. 17 And a voice from heaven said, “This is my dearly loved Son, who brings me great joy.”

Jesus was showing us the perfect example through this story. He went to the Jordan River to get baptized by his cousin John. Jesus showed us that baptism is an important part of our relationship with God. When we believe that Jesus died for our sins and rose again, we are washed clean of our sins. When we get baptized, we are showing our friends and family that we have decided to follow and trust in Jesus. Jesus was showing us an example of what we should do when we put our trust in Him.

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Why did Jesus go to the Jordan River and get baptized? (To signify the start of His Ministry (teaching, healing, and ultimately His death and resurrection), and to give us an example of what we should do when we put our faith in God)

Why should we get baptized when we ask Jesus for forgiveness and put our trust in Him? (To show others that we have been washed clean and decided to follow Jesus)

pray

Thank you, Jesus, for your perfect example through baptism. Help us to understand that baptism is not just an action but a way to show our trust in you and our commitment to follow you. Thank you for washing away our sins and giving us a fresh start when we believe in you. Help us to follow your example in every part of our lives. We love you, and it’s in your name we pray, Amen.

TEMPTATION

Big idea: Jesus is our example.

“Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and favor with God and man.” Luke 2:52

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Matthew 4:1
Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil.

Matthew 4:44
But Jesus told him, “No! The Scriptures say, ‘People do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’  ”Jesus faced temptation just like we do, but He showed us the perfect example of how to respond. When the devil tempted Him, Jesus relied on God’s Word to resist. He quoted Scripture and stayed faithful to God, showing us that the Bible is our best defense against temptation. He showed us that the Bible, which is God’s word, is all we need. Jesus understands what it’s like to be tempted, and He promises to help us when we face challenges.

ask

Have you ever been tempted to do something you knew was wrong? How did you handle it?

What can you do to remember God’s Word when you are feeling tempted?

pray

Thank you, Jesus, for loving us and for showing us how to resist temptation by trusting in God’s Word. Help us to follow your example and remember that you are always with us when we need strength. We love you, and it’s in your name we pray, Amen.