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Paul in Jerusalem lesson

July 12, 2015 Ticia 4 Comments

Last time in our Sunday School lessons Paul journey to Jerusalem and had a great time visiting all of the churches he founded.  This week we find Paul in Jerusalem and starting a riot.  Because that’s what Paul does, start riots everywhere he goes.

Paul in Jerusalem timeline activity

What I learned from Paul in Jerusalem

The last few weeks of Acts are a little harder to figure out a direct object lesson.  They’re great stories, and very interesting, but it took me a moment to figure out what I wanted the kids to get from it.

Paul in Jerusalem polite

Then I looked at Paul in the palace.  First I noticed he didn’t give the Roman governor and the King false flattery.  He was respectful, but he didn’t gild the lily.  He also didn’t keep on talking and talking.  That’s a good lesson for me.  In case you hadn’t noticed I can be verbose.  Paul was concise and to the point.

Paul in Jerusalem Bible lesson New Testament Acts wanted someone who can defend their faith in front of others

Next, I noticed Paul had a ready answer to defend himself.  He knew what his testimony was and how to present it.  I’m very thankful my church has worked hard to ensure that most of its members know how to present the gospel and give their testimony.

Paul in Jerusalem activities

Paul in Jerusalem activity

I thought about having the kids give their testimony and defense of their faith, but that’s a bit beyond them right now.  They’re right on the cusp of being able to explain that well.  So, don’t be surprised if you see that in the near future.

Paul in Jerusalem timeline of Paul's life project

Instead we looked at Paul’s life and put his life’s events in order.  The kids did a lot of debating what each picture was (and in the lesson I’ve included a cheat sheet of what each picture is, apparently not everyone automatically knows exactly which lesson the picture goes to).  In the end it was a fun activity that led to a few quick discussions.

Paul in Jerusalem lesson

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  • Paul in Jerusalem lesson and discussion questions <<<<< this is the printable lesson
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Next, Paul journeys to Rome and faces all-new adventures.  Head over to the Acts of the Apostles page for the whole series.

Bible Acts, New Testament

Comments

  1. maryanne @ mama smiles says

    July 12, 2015 at 9:47 pm

    Paul does pretty well under pressure!

    Reply
    • Ticia says

      July 12, 2015 at 9:50 pm

      He really does, it amazes me how much he keeps his head when confronted by his detractors.

  2. Claire says

    July 13, 2015 at 3:34 am

    I like all you learnt from Paul and I really love your drawings. You are very gifted.

    Reply
    • Ticia says

      July 13, 2015 at 7:18 am

      Thank you!

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