Key Ideas
Faith Fact
I will put others first.
Faith Verse
Romans 12:2 (NLT)
Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think.
Question of the Day: To whom should we show kindness?
Read about It
Read: Luke 14:12–15
What’s the best party you have ever been to? Were you surrounded by your family and friends at that party? Then it might seem strange what Jesus said about inviting friends or family to a dinner or party.
Jesus wasn’t telling the host that’s its bad to invite his family to dinner. He was just telling the host that there would be no reward from God for this. Jesus’ words remind us that it’s easy to do good things for those who can return the favor. But as Christians, we are also supposed to do good things for those who can’t help us in return. When we treat others with kindness, especially those we know will never repay us, we can trust God will reward us in heaven when Jesus’ followers go to be with Him.
Talk about It
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Question 1. What kinds of people did Jesus tell the host to invite? Answer 1. People who were poor, blind, or couldn’t walk (Luke 14:13)
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| Question 2. When did Jesus say the host would be rewarded by God?
Answer 2. In heaven (Luke 14:14)
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| Question 3. Why do you think Jesus told the host to invite those specific people?
Answer 3. So he would receive a heavenly reward instead of something here on earth. God will reward those who do good to people who can’t repay them. (Luke 14:14)
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| Question 4. Who are some people you can show kindness to?
Answer 4. Answers will vary.
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| Question 5. How can we follow what Jesus said in our life?
Answer 5. Answers will vary. |
Pray about It
Dear Jesus, help me to see the people You want me to show kindness to. Amen.