October 21, 2020 | Unit 26, Lesson 2
Family Bible Time Connections
Unit 26 Lesson 2
Read all or parts of Matthew 22:15-46
Talk About Scripture
When we go to church next Sunday, we’ll probably read a Bible verse or sing a song that uses the word Lord. Have you ever wondered what that word means? The word Lord means “someone having power, authority, or influence; a master or ruler.”
In Psalm 110, King David used the word Lord to talk about the Messiah. The prophets said the Messiah would be called Son of David, which meant he would be born in the family line of David. David believed in the promise that the Messiah would be his descendent, but he also knew this future King was the one who would have power, authority, and influence over him. Usually, parents, grandparents, and great grandparents are the ones who have power and authority over the future generations. But David knew that one of his descendants—the Messiah—would be unlike all other people. The Messiah would be the Son of God and deserve all honor.
Jesus fulfilled the words of the prophets by being born into the family of David, but also by being much more! Jesus is the Son of God, the Savior who died and rose again, and the King who has authority over everyone and everything! Philippians 2:10-11 says, “…at the name of Jesus every knee will bow—in heaven and on earth and under the earth—and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.”
When the religious leaders questioned Jesus, He answered with wisdom and power. Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. He is the Word of God, who came to show us exactly what God is like. Jesus has authority in heaven and on earth.
Prayer Time Ideas
Ask God to help you love the people you meet today. What does it mean to love your neighbor as yourself? How is this love showing Jesus to others?
Thank God for the gift of His Word—the Bible. How has God’s Word been a comfort in times of trouble? Why is it good to store God’s Word in your heart?
Actively Apply the Scripture
For Fun
Make a family tree by tracing your family as far back as you can. Talk with grandparents or relatives to hear stories and share memories. After, read the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1:1-17. Talk about how Jesus is the Son of David and the Son of God—fully man and fully God!
Supplies: family photos, art supplies, poster board
To Serve
Send encouraging cards to individuals on your church prayer list or someone you know in need of prayer. Use verses from the Bible to offer hope and wisdom for their situation. Take time to pray over the cards and for the individuals who will receive them.
Supplies: cards, Bible
An App Experience
If you would like the curriculum, video and music videos at your finger tips for your kids, download the Gospel Project App! You can download it for FREE on any device. Search LifeWay Kids and choose Gospel project Volume 9 Fall 2020. You will find coloring sheets, games and helpful ways to learn the memory verses.