DEC 15, 2024
"The Faithfulness of God"
LJ McCulloch
Kids Pastor
THIS WEEK'S SCRIPTURE
1 John 1:1–4 (CSB): 1 What was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have observed and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of life—2 that life was revealed, and we have seen it and we testify and declare to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us—3 what we have seen and heard we also declare to you, so that you may also have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ. 4 We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete.
READ
1 John 1:1–4 (CSB): 1 What was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have observed and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of life—2 that life was revealed, and we have seen it and we testify and declare to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us—3 what we have seen and heard we also declare to you, so that you may also have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ. 4 We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete.
CONSIDER
- What words or phrases stand out to you in 1 John 1:1-4? Why do you think John begins with those specific words?
- Why do you think John makes such a strong case for Jesus being physically seen, heard, and touched? How does this prove God's faithfulness?
- If you were trying to convince someone of God’s faithfulness, how might you use Jesus' life as evidence?
- How does the incarnation (God becoming human) demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises? Can you think of any Old Testament prophecies this might fulfill?
- What does "fellowship" mean in this context? How is it different from simply being around other Christians?
- What does it look like for us today to be active participants in sharing Jesus with others? What might that look like in daily life?
- If you could summarize John’s main point in this passage in one sentence, what would it be?
- How can you actively pursue deeper fellowship with God this week? With others?
Next Steps: Who in your life needs to heart about the joy of knowing Jesus? How can you can you tell a story of God’s faithfulness to them this week?
PRAY
Lord, we thank You for the time we've spent together reflecting on Your Word and Your faithfulness. As we go out into the world, help us to be bold in sharing the joy of knowing You with others. May our lives be a testament to Your love and grace. Keep us in Your care and guide us in all that we do. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
READ
1 John 1:1–4 (CSB): 1 What was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have observed and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of life—2 that life was revealed, and we have seen it and we testify and declare to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us—3 what we have seen and heard we also declare to you, so that you may also have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ. 4 We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete.
CONSIDER
- What words or phrases stand out to you in 1 John 1:1-4? Why do you think John begins with those specific words?
- Why do you think John makes such a strong case for Jesus being physically seen, heard, and touched? How does this prove God's faithfulness?
- If you were trying to convince someone of God’s faithfulness, how might you use Jesus' life as evidence?
- How does the incarnation (God becoming human) demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises? Can you think of any Old Testament prophecies this might fulfill?
- What does "fellowship" mean in this context? How is it different from simply being around other Christians?
- What does it look like for us today to be active participants in sharing Jesus with others? What might that look like in daily life?
- If you could summarize John’s main point in this passage in one sentence, what would it be?
- How can you actively pursue deeper fellowship with God this week? With others?
Next Steps: Next Steps: Who in your life needs to heart about the joy of knowing Jesus? How can you can you tell a story of God’s faithfulness to them this week?
PRAY
Lord, we thank You for the time we've spent together reflecting on Your Word and Your faithfulness. As we go out into the world, help us to be bold in sharing the joy of knowing You with others. May our lives be a testament to Your love and grace. Keep us in Your care and guide us in all that we do. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
READ
1 John 1:1–4 (CSB): 1 What was from the beginning, what we have heard, what we have seen with our eyes, what we have observed and have touched with our hands, concerning the word of life—2 that life was revealed, and we have seen it and we testify and declare to you the eternal life that was with the Father and was revealed to us—3 what we have seen and heard we also declare to you, so that you may also have fellowship with us; and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ. 4 We are writing these things so that our joy may be complete.
CONSIDER
- What words or phrases stand out to you in 1 John 1:1-4? Why do you think John begins with those specific words?
- Why do you think John makes such a strong case for Jesus being physically seen, heard, and touched? How does this prove God's faithfulness?
- If you were trying to convince someone of God’s faithfulness, how might you use Jesus' life as evidence?
- How does the incarnation (God becoming human) demonstrate God's faithfulness to His promises? Can you think of any Old Testament prophecies this might fulfill?
- What does "fellowship" mean in this context? How is it different from simply being around other Christians?
- What does it look like for us today to be active participants in sharing Jesus with others? What might that look like in daily life?
- If you could summarize John’s main point in this passage in one sentence, what would it be?
- How can you actively pursue deeper fellowship with God this week? With others?
Next Steps: Who can you tell this week about the ways God has been faithful to you?
PRAY
gether reflecting on Your Word and Your faithfulness. As we go out into the world, help us to be bold in sharing the joy of knowing You with others. May our lives be a testament to Your love and grace. Keep us in Your care and guide us in all that we do. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
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