Key Ideas
Faith Fact
I can always listen to Jesus.
Faith Verse
Jeremiah 29:13 (NLT)
“If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.”
Question of the Day: How can we know who Jesus is?
Read about It
Read: John 3:1–10
Nicodemus was a Jewish religious leader. They studied the Scriptures a lot. Many of them were waiting for the promised Messiah to come. But Jesus came to earth in a way that wasn’t expected. So many people didn’t understand who Jesus was. They didn’t know that Jesus was the promised Messiah. He was offering a way for us to be closer to God.
When Nicodemus came to Jesus at night, he asked questions. He called Jesus rabbi, which means teacher, because he wanted to learn from Jesus. He wanted to know the truth and understand who Jesus was. Jesus was patient with Nicodemus and took the time to explain many things and help him understand. Jesus does the same with us. When we take the time to talk to Jesus and study the Bible for ourself, Jesus comes close to us. He helps us understand who He is and how to live a godly life.
Talk about It
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Question 1. What did Nicodemus do for people? Answer 1. He was a Jewish religious leader so he studied and taught the Scriptures. (John 3:1)
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| Question 2. What did Nicodemus call Jesus?
Answer 2. Rabbi which means teacher (John 3:2)
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| Question 3. Why do you think Nicodemus went to see Jesus at night?
Answer 3. Answers will vary.
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| Question 4. How is Jesus patient with us when we are trying to obey Him?
Answer 4. When we make mistakes, we can always come to Jesus. He will forgive us when we ask. He helps us understand more about who He is and how to live for Him.
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| Question 5. How can we know who Jesus is?
Answer 5. We can spend time with Him by reading the Bible, praying, and worshipping with others. We can learn from our church leaders and teachers and our family. |
Pray about It
Jesus, thank You that I have the chance to know You. Help me to listen to You and better understand Your truths. Amen.