Peter Escaped from Prison
ACts 12
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 were the believers in the church doing while Peter was in prison? (praying for God to help Peter)
Did God hear and answer their prayers? (Yes!)
Who woke Peter and led him out of the prison gates? (an angel)
What did Rhoda do when she heard Peter’s voice at the door? (She was so happy she ran back inside without letting Peter in.)
What is our mission as Christians? Our mission is to make followers of Jesus from every nation by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Elementary Discussion Questions
Why was Peter arrested? (Herod was persecuting Christians; Acts 12:1-4)
How did the church respond to Peter’s imprisonment? (by praying for him, Acts 12:5)
How did the church respond to Peter’s escape? (with joy and amazement, Acts 12:14-16)
Have you ever been mistreated because of your belief in Jesus?
Guide kids to discuss the kinds of mistreatment they may face, such as bullying, teasing, or being excluded from activities.
How do you think we should respond if we are mistreated?
Help kids think through appropriate ways to respond to mistreatment. Point them back to the Bible story, reminding them that Peter didn’t try to fight his way out of prison. The church did not try to break Peter out either. They prayed and trusted God.
What are ways God can use our hard times to bless us and glorify Himself?
Guide kids to think about the qualities God may develop in us through trials, such
as patience, endurance, and compassion for others who are suffering. Help them think about the importance of trusting God’s plans even when life is scary or difficult.
Watch the Videos
Remember the 3 B’s
Big Picture Question: What is our mission as Christians? Our mission is to make disciples of all nations by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Big Idea: God rescued Peter from prison
Bible Verse to Memorize - Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” - Matthew 28:19-20
Practice Catechism
Question 23: Why must the Redeemer be truly God?
Answer: That because of his divine nature his obedience and suffering would be perfect and effective.
