Together in Jesus
Ephesians 2–3
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
How did Paul send a message to Jesus’ followers in Ephesus? (He wrote them a letter.)
Did Jews and Gentiles get along? (no)
Who brings Jews and Gentiles together? (Jesus)
What brings together everyone who has faith in Jesus? (The gospel brings together everyone who has faith in Jesus.)
Where can we read the letter Paul wrote? (in the Bible in the Book of Ephesians)
What is sanctification? Sanctification is how God makes us more like Jesus.
Elementary Discussion Questions
How are we are saved? (by grace through faith, not by works; Eph. 2:8)
Can Gentiles be a part of God’s family? (yes, through Jesus; Eph. 2:11-13)
How are all believers similar? (All believers are members of the same body and partners in the promises of Jesus; Eph. 3:6)
Why does God want people from every people group to be saved?
Guide kids to understand that all people are made by God in His image. God loves us because He created us. He shows His love for all people by making salvation available to every person who believes in Jesus, not just certain kinds of people.
How does God’s feelings about diverse people change our feelings about diverse people? Help kids see that, just as Jews and Gentiles can be united in Jesus, any and all people groups can be united in Jesus no matter how different they seem, or how long they have treated one another as enemies. We should treat all people with love and respect.
How can we show others that we love God and celebrate the diverse world He created?
Explain that we show our love of God by loving the people He loves— everyone. Brainstorm ways your group can help spread love and forgiveness in your city.
Watch the Videos
Remember the 3 B’s
Big Picture Question: What is sanctification? Sanctification is the process of becoming more like Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Big Idea: The gospel brings together different people as the church.
Bible Verse to Memorize - Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called and about which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. 1 Timothy 6:12
Practice Catechism
Question 33: Should those who have faith in Christ seek their salvation through their own works, or anywhere else?
Answer: No, everything necessary to salvation is found in Christ.
Download New City Catechism and learn more HERE!
