Student PARENT RESOURCES

Most of the passages we read about Jesus display Him as an adult or as an infant. We rarely take the time to point out that there were many years in between when Jesus was just like our students! In a very typical childhood moment (a child is separated from their parent), we see Jesus respond with wisdom and faith. This lesson encourages students to consider how they, too, can honor their relationships and point others to God in their daily lives.

SCRIPTURE FOCUS:  Luke 2:41-52

TALK ABOUT IT:

• It can be fun to think about what Jesus was like when He was 12 years old. If He were that age right now, what kinds of things do you think He would enjoy doing with His friends?
• Why was it important for Jesus to remind His parents about who He is when they found Him in the Temple? 
• What did you learn about living like Jesus from this passage? 

It’s easy to say you’re a Christian, but what really matters is whether your life backs it up or not. The phrases “talk is cheap” or “walk the talk” have some wisdom to them. In Luke 6, we see that a good tree produces good fruit, and in the same way, authentic faith produces actions that reflect Jesus. The fruit in our lives isn’t about performing or trying to look perfect (image management); it’s about allowing God to transform our hearts from the inside out. When that happens, our actions naturally begin to align with our faith.

SCRIPTURE FOCUS:  Luke 6:43-45; Philippians 1:27

TALK ABOUT IT:

• If someone followed you around for a week, what would your actions point to?
• How can I pray for you in this area? 

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