Life of Jesus in Chronological Order
3rd to 4th Passover (continued)
Teaching Strategy
The focus of this lesson is on the continued ministry of Jesus in the northern part of the region and occasional visits to Jerusalem. It covers His ministry from the third Passover to the beginning of the last Passover week. Of special note in this lesson is how Jesus continues to focus on preparing his Apostles and disciples to fulfill their ministry after His departure.
Student Learning Outcomes
- 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.
Body of the Lesson
Discussion Questions
Below are suggested questions to use during the guided discussion portion of the lesson. There are also suggested responses to questions to help students grasp the various concepts. These are provided to assist the discussion and are not considered as “right or wrong” responses.
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.
- Jesus at Jerusalem during the Feast of Tabernacles (John 7:1-53)
- Jesus and the adulterous (John 8:1-11)
- Jesus teaches again in the temple (John 8:12-59)
- Jesus heals the blind beggar (John 9:1-41)
- Jesus' discourse on the good shepherd (John 10:1-21)
- Final departure from Galilee to Jerusalem (Luke 9:51-62)
- Jesus sends the seventy (Luke 10:1-24)
- The parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37)
- Jesus visits Mary and Martha in Bethany (Luke 10:38-11:13)
- Jesus cures another demoniac (Luke 11:14-54)
- Exhortation to His disciples (Luke 12:1-13:5)
- Parable of the Barren Fig Tree (Luke 13:6-9)
- Healing of a woman with a spirit of infirmity (Luke 13:10-17)
A major part of Jesus' teachings concerned His identify as the Messiah, the establishment of His spiritual kingdom and the need for His followers to be prepared. Throughout Israel's history the Jews had been promised a Messiah but were looking for a physical king and kingdom instead. Jesus was not what was expected thus He was rejected by many. This lesson looks at the teachings found in scripture that prepare us for the eventual return of Jesus by remaining faithful while we wait.