Lesson: Luke 7:18 (Ages 9-11)

📖 Luke 7:18 – Ages 9-11

Explanation

In this verse from the book of Luke, we hear about John the Baptist, who was a special person chosen by God to prepare the way for Jesus. John's disciples were his friends and helpers who told him about all the amazing things Jesus was doing. John wanted to know more, so he asked two of his disciples to go and talk to Jesus.

Imagine if you had a really cool friend who had a surprise for you, but you were not sure what it was. You might ask your other friends to go and find out more about the surprise so you could be prepared. That's similar to what John did when he sent his disciples to Jesus.

John wanted to make sure he was following God's plan, so he sent his disciples to learn more about Jesus and see if he was the one sent by God. It's like when we have questions or want to understand something better, we can ask for help and seek answers just like John did.

So, this verse teaches us that it's okay to ask questions, seek guidance, and learn more about God's plans for us. John wanted to be sure he was following God's will, and we can also pray and seek guidance to understand and follow God's plan for our lives.

Kid's Story

Once upon a time, in a land filled with talking animals, a wise owl named Oliver heard about the miracles of a great lion named Leo. Curious, Oliver decided to find out more and asked his friends, the squirrels, to investigate.

When the squirrels returned with exciting stories of Leo's wonders, Oliver called for two of his bird friends, Robin and Blue, to go see Leo for themselves. Robin and Blue were amazed by Leo's kindness and power, and they came back full of joy and wonder.

Just like John's disciples sharing the news with him, Robin and Blue told Oliver about everything they saw. Oliver learned that sometimes, it's important to experience things for ourselves to truly understand and believe. And from that day on, Oliver made sure to always seek the truth firsthand.

Prayer Prompt

Dear God, thank you for always being with us and listening to our prayers. Help us to remember John the Baptist who trusted you even when he had questions. Just like John, may we have faith and seek your guidance in all we do. Amen.

Discussion Questions

What do you think John the Baptist's disciples wanted to tell him about?
Why do you think John chose two of his disciples to go and ask Jesus?
How do you think John felt when he heard about Jesus' teachings and miracles?
Why do you think it's important for us to share our thoughts and questions with our spiritual leaders?
How can we show our faith and trust in God when we face difficult situations, like John did?

Life Application

In Luke 7:18, we see John the Baptist sending his disciples to ask Jesus if He is the Messiah. From this verse, children can learn the importance of seeking answers to their questions. When faced with doubts or uncertainties, they can follow John's example by talking to a trusted adult, like a parent, teacher, or pastor, to gain clarity and understanding. This can help them make wise decisions and grow in their faith. So, children can apply this message in their real life by seeking guidance and answers from trustworthy sources when they have questions or concerns at home, school, or with friends.

Craft or Activity

One fun activity to help children understand and remember the message of Luke 7:18 could be to create a diorama or scene depicting John the Baptist talking to his disciples. Children can use small figures or drawings to represent John and his two disciples. As they work on the craft, you can discuss the importance of sharing news and stories with friends, just like how John's disciples told him about all these things. This hands-on activity can help children visualize the Bible verse and understand the concept of sharing important information with others.

Memory Verse or Rhyme

Here's a fun chant to help you remember Luke 7:18:

"John's disciples came to tell,
About Jesus, they knew so well.
He called two of his own,
To learn and be shown,
The love of Christ that in their hearts swell!"

Songs or Videos

A great Christian song for kids that relates to the message of Luke 7:18 is "Do Not Worry" by Seeds Family Worship. This song reminds us to trust in God and not worry about the things happening around us, just like John the Baptist trusted in Jesus even when he had questions.

Another wonderful song is "Trust in the Lord" by Listener Kids. This song encourages kids to put their trust in the Lord and follow Him faithfully, just as John's disciples followed him and shared the good news with John.

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