Paul Gave Hope
1–2 Thessalonians
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
Who did Paul send to visit the believers in Thessalonica? (Timothy)
Following Jesus was not easy for the Thessalonian believers. Did they give up? (no)
Who did Paul say would come back someday? (Jesus)
Did Paul tell the people when Jesus would come again? (No. No one knows when Jesus will come again. We should be ready.)
What is the Bible about? The Bible is about God’s plan to save people through Jesus.
Elementary Discussion Questions
What news did Timothy bring to Paul about the Thessalonians? (good news about their faith and love, 1 Thess. 3:6)
What happens to believers who die before Jesus returns? (They will rise again and be with God; 1 Thess. 4:13-14)
How did Paul tell the Thessalonians to behave while they wait for Jesus’ return? (to be self-controlled, wearing armor of faith and love and salvation; 1 Thess. 5:6-7)
In what ways does Jesus’ return give us hope?
Guide the kids to think through what we know about Jesus’ return. Remind them that those who die in Christ are united with Him in heaven, and all who have faith will be raised to life to rule over the earth with Him when He returns. Remind them that Jesus’ return will mark the end of sin, sadness, and pain.
How should we respond to hard times?
Guide kids to think about how we can show love to those who may mock or mistreat us. Help them think about the hope we have for the future. Remind them that no difficult time can take away the promises of Jesus to return and make everything right.
What are some hard times you face?
Help the kids think through the trials they may face. Be sensitive and compassionate, while directing kids to the hope we have in Jesus. If any kid in your group discloses abuse or neglect, follow all reporting procedures according to the laws where you live and your ministry’s protocol.
Watch the Videos
Remember the 3 B’s
Big Picture Question: What is the Bible about? The Bible is the story of God’s plan to save people through Jesus.
Big Idea: Paul told the church to stand firm as we wait for Jesus’ return.
Bible Verse to Memorize - And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.” Acts 4:!2
Practice Catechism
Question 30: What is faith in Jesus Christ?
Answer: Receiving and resting on him alone for salvation as he is offered to us in the gospel.
