Barnabas in Antioch
Acts 11
Continue the conversation throughout the week with your kids by asking them questions pertaining to the lesson from Sunday at Redemption Kids.
The questions asked below were asked on Sunday during our time at Redemption Kids. Take some time to read the passage together, discuss the questions, watch a BRAND NEW video of the lesson, memorize the Bible verse, and remember the big idea of this week!
Ask the Questions
Bigs Discussion Questions
What are people called who are not Jews? (Gentiles)
Did many of the Gentiles believe the gospel? (yes)
Whom did the church in Jerusalem send to check on the new believers? (Barnabas)
Who is the good news about Jesus for? (everyone)
What should we do when we hear someone believes in Jesus? (celebrate)
What is the gospel? The gospel is the good news that God sent His Son, Jesus, into the world to rescue sinners.
Elementary Discussion Questions
How did the Jewish believers react after Peter explained what happened with Cornelius? (They glorified God and understood that Gentiles could be saved by faith too, Acts 11:18)
Who did the scattered believers share the gospel with? (only the Jews, Acts 11:19)
In what city were believers first called Christians? (Antioch of Syria, Acts 11:26)
Who can we share the gospel with?
Direct kids to see that God’s plan all along has been for people of all nations and tribes to come to faith. As a result, we can be sure that God wants us to share the gospel with everyone we meet.
How do you feel when you think about sharing the gospel with someone?
Help kids think through the common emotions they might experience. Remind them that it is normal to feel nervous, afraid, or uncertain. Help them understand that the Bible teaches us the Holy Spirit will empower us and help to give us the words we need to share the gospel. Remind them that even a negative reaction from the person listening doesn’t mean we should stop sharing the gospel.
How can you encourage other believers?
Guide kids to think practically. Remind them that telling someone you care or thanking them for the ways they help you love Jesus are great ways to encourage others. Sometimes, even just listening to others’ problems is all it takes.
Watch the Videos
Remember the 3 B’s
Big Picture Question: What is the gospel? The gospel is the good news that God sent His Son, Jesus, into the world to rescue sinners.
Big Idea: Barnabas went to Antioch to encourage believers.
Bible Verse to Memorize - Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice, and let them say among the nations, “The LORD reigns!” 1 Chronicles 16:31
Practice Catechism
Question 20: Who is the Redeemer?
Answer: The only Redeemer is the Lord Jesus Christ.
