Lesson: Matthew 22:35 (Ages 9-11)

📖 Matthew 22:35 – Ages 9-11

Explanation

In this Bible verse, Matthew 22:35, we learn about a man who was very knowledgeable about God's laws. He wanted to test Jesus by asking Him a tricky question. This man was like a student who thought he could stump the teacher with a hard question.

Sometimes, we may also have questions about God or the Bible. It's good to ask questions and seek to learn more, just like the man did. But we should always ask with a humble heart, wanting to understand and grow closer to God.

Jesus, being wise and loving, answered the man's question in a way that showed him the most important thing: to love God with all our hearts. This reminds us that loving God and others is the most essential thing we can do in our lives.

So, when we have questions or doubts, we can always turn to Jesus and His teachings for guidance and understanding. And above all, we should remember to love God with all our hearts, just like Jesus tells us to do.

Kid's Story

Once upon a time, in a bustling village, there was a curious squirrel named Sammy. Sammy loved asking questions and learning new things. One day, he overheard the wise owl, Mr. Hoots, talking about a kind man named Jesus who answered tricky questions.

Excited, Sammy scurried over to Jesus and asked, "Why do nuts taste so yummy?" Jesus smiled and replied, "Just like nuts are tasty for you, loving and helping others is like a tasty treat for our hearts."

Sammy's eyes lit up with understanding. He realized that just as he enjoyed sharing nuts with his friends, being kind and helpful to others made his heart happy. From that day on, Sammy became known as the kindest squirrel in the village, always eager to help his friends and share his nuts. And he learned that asking questions could lead to wonderful lessons about love and kindness.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for always being there for us and for teaching us through Your word. Help us to remember that it is important to ask questions and seek understanding, just like the expert in the law did in Matthew 22:35. Amen.

Discussion Questions

What do you think it means to be an expert in the law?
Why do you think the expert in the law tested Jesus with a question?
How do you think Jesus responded to the expert in the law's question?
Why do you think it's important to ask questions about God and the Bible?
How can we show love to others like Jesus teaches us to do?

Life Application

This Bible verse teaches us about the importance of asking questions to learn and understand more about God and His Word. Children can apply this by being curious and asking questions about the Bible, praying to God for wisdom, and seeking guidance from parents, teachers, or pastors when they have doubts or questions. They can also practice being respectful and kind when discussing their faith with others, just like Jesus did when He answered the expert in the law. By being open to learning, asking questions, and seeking understanding, children can grow in their faith and knowledge of God.

Craft or Activity

Let's create a role-playing game where the children can take turns being the expert in the law and asking Jesus questions, just like in the verse from Matthew 22:35. They can think of different questions to ask Jesus about his teachings, and then discuss together how Jesus responded with wisdom and love. This activity will help them understand the importance of asking questions, seeking wisdom, and learning from Jesus' teachings.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

In Matthew 22, we find a test,
An expert in the law did his best.
He asked Jesus a tricky question one day,
To see what our Lord would have to say!

Songs or Videos

One great Christian song for kids that relates to the message of Matthew 22:35 is "The Golden Rule" by Steve Green. This song teaches children about treating others the way they would like to be treated, which is a key message from the Bible verse. Another good song is "Love the Lord Your God" by Yancy. This song helps kids understand the importance of loving God with all their heart, soul, and mind, as mentioned in the verse. Both songs are engaging and can help reinforce the teachings of Matthew 22:35 in a fun and memorable way for children.

📄 Download as PDF