Life of Jesus in Chronological Order
2nd to 3rd Passover (continued)
Estrategia pedagógica
The focus of this lesson is on the expanding ministry of Jesus. Of special note in this lesson is how Jesus began to more boldly make and prove His claim as the Messiah, the appointment of the 12 Apostles and the increase in His followers.
Resultados del aprendizaje de los estudiantes
- Know: Comprehend the events within the major divisions of the life of Jesus.
- Feel: Desire to learn more of the life and teachings of Jesus.
- Do: Act upon your knowledge of Jesus by obeying His teachings.
Cuerpo de la lección
Preguntas de discusión
A continuación se sugieren preguntas para utilizar durante la parte de debate guiado de la lección. También se sugieren respuestas a las preguntas para ayudar a los alumnos a comprender los distintos conceptos. Se proporcionan para ayudar al debate y no se consideran respuestas "correctas o incorrectas".
Answers will vary but look for such Christian characteristics as humility, sorrowfulness for sins and evil, desire for God's word, mercy and compassion, pure living, peacefulness and suffering persecution patiently.
Although the words differ between these two passages, they none-the-less support one another as we develop and live as disciples of Jesus. Paul's listing to Galatians which were a mix of Jews and gentiles, mirrors the overall teachings addressed to the Jews at the Sermon on the Mount. This supports the universality of the teachings of Jesus. Furthermore, Jesus pointed toward the Kingdom of God while Paul is speaking about how to live and develop in the present spiritual kingdom established by Jesus.
The sermon serves many purposes both for humanity as a whole and individuals as they live in the present spiritual Kingdom. As with any sermon one might hear today, it should point one to what God wishes for us in our relationship with Him and attitude and actions as citizens in His Kingdom. Jesus mentions on several occasions in the sermon, "You have heard it said, but I say…". This was His effort to bring the listeners back to the basics of God's word and intentions. The sermon further establishes the authority and theology of Jesus. Note at the conclusion of the sermon in Matthew 7:28-29 that the crowds were astonished at His teachings and recognized Jesus' authority beyond what the scribes were teaching. Scribes taught in a second-hand manner whereas Jesus taught with firsthand authority… in other words, from the source.
In your summary state the concept(s) being taught by Jesus through His actions. Teachers: Consider assigning individual actions listed below to members of the class to summarize. Look for elements showing the superiority of Jesus in His teachings, His compassion and power over evil. Also look for how these develop and strengthen our faith. It is important that you as a teacher are also familiar with these events.
- The healing of the Centurion's servant (Matthew 8:5-13; Luke 7:1-10)
- The raising of the widow's son (Luke 7:11-17)
- Jesus rebukes the unbelieving cities (Matthew 11:20-30)
- The woman anointing the feet of Jesus (Luke 7:36-50)
- Circuit preaching in Galilee (Luke 8:1-3)
- Jesus heals individuals possessed by demons (Matthew 12:22-37; Mark 3:22-30; Luke 11:14-15; Matthew 8:28-34; Mark 5:1-20; Luke 8:26-40; Matthew 9:27-34)
- The crowd seeking a sign (Matthew 12:38-45; Luke 11:16; Luke 11:24-36)
- Jesus' family come for Him (Matthew 12:46-50; Mark 3:20-21; Mark 3:31-35; Luke 8:19-21)
- Seven parables from a boat (Matthew 13:1-53; Mark 4:1-34; Luke 8:4-18) Note: This question is seeking how these parables show how the beginnings of the Kingdom start small and grow to encompass the entire world. Furthermore, it shows the value of the Kingdom and how it seeks to bring in all who will believe.
- Jesus calms the storm (Matthew 8:18-27; Mark 4:35-41; Luke 8:22-25)
- Jesus raises Jairus' daughter and cures the woman with hemorrhage (Matthew 9:1; Matthew 9:18-26; Mark 5:21-43; Luke 8:40-56)
- Jesus heals the blind (Matthew 9:27-34)
- Jesus rejected at Nazareth (Matthew 13:54-58; Mark 6:1-6)
- Final preaching through Galilee (Matthew 9:35-38; Mark 6:6)
- Jesus sends out the twelve and their return (Matthew 10:1-11; Mark 6:7-13; Luke 9:1-6; Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-44; Luke 9:10-17; John 6:1-14; Matthew 14:22-23; Mark 6:45-56; John 6:15-21)
- Herod takes note of Jesus (Matthew 14:1-12; Mark 6:14-29; Luke 9:7-9)
- The crowd seeks a sign (John 6:22-71)