Sunday School Lesson April 7, 2024
Subject: The Mission of Jesus Shared
The Point: The truth about Jesus is too big to keep to ourselves.
Scriptures: Luke 24:44-53
Study The Bible: Luke 24:44-45
1). The whole of Scripture points to truth of Jesus.
- He told them, “These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you — that everything written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms must be fulfilled.”
- Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.
Lasting truths from: Luke 24:44-45
* Scripture is God’s Word and the revelation of His plan and purpose from the beginning.
* All Scripture is to be interpreted in light of Jesus Christ.
* Because Scripture in God’s Word and truth, we need to commit ourselves to study all of it, even those parts that may appear difficult or we consider irrelevant to a modern era.
* In studying Scripture, we are to submit our minds to the Lord that He might open them to understand divine truth.
2). The cross and empty tomb are central in the gospel of Jesus.
Luke 24:46-47
- He also said to them, “This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead the third day,
- and repentance for forgiveness of sins will be proclaimed in his name to all the nations, beginning at Jerusalem.
Lasting truths from: Luke 24:46-47
* The Bible from beginning to end points to Jesus as the Christ.
* The gospel message declares the atoning death, burial, and glorious resurrection of Christ whereby those who repent are freed of sin.
* God has always had a global plan of redemption that grants freedom from sin to the repentant.
3). Followers of Christ are equipped to share the message about Jesus.
Luke 24:48-53
- You are witnesses of these things.
- And look, I am sending you what my Father promised. As for you, stay in the city until you are empowered from on high.”
- Then he led them out to the vicinity of Bethany, and lifting up his hands he blessed them.
- And while he was blessing them, he left them and was carried up into heaven.
- After worshiping him, they returned to Jerusalem with great joy.
- And they were continually in the temple praising God.
Lasting truths from: Luke 24:48-53
* True followers of Christ are to be witnesses of the gospel of repentance and remission of sins.
* The Lord will empower His witnesses for the task to which He has called them; it is our responsibility to receive it.
* God’s promises can be counted on; He does not lie.
* Followers of Christ continually worship Him with great joy.
As you reflect on this session, respond to the following questions:
- What is your personal story of faith in Jesus Christ as Savior? How prepared are you to share that story with others as your witness to the gospel?
- Ask the Lord to direct you to an opportunity to serve. What do you need to do to clothe yourself with power from on high so that you are equipped to seize that opportunity?
- Sing or read a song of the cross and another of the resurrection as an expression of your personal worship to the Lord for saving you from sin.
- Would you characterize your worship as filled with great joy? Why is worship a joyful experience for you?
Closing Prayer:
“Dear God, I know I am a sinner. I believe Jesus died on the cross to forgive me of my sins and rose from the dead to give me new life. I’m sorry for all the wrong I’ve done and ask You to forgive me. I now accept Your gift of eternal life. Thank You for Your love, forgiveness, and a new life in Jesus Christ. From this day forward, I choose to follow You. In Jesus’ name Amen.”
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