John's Vision of Jesus
Revelation 1
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
Why was John hurt and punished and sent to a small island? (because he told people about Jesus)
Who showed Himself to John in a vision? (Jesus)
What did Jesus tell John to write on a scroll? (all that he saw)
How many churches was John told to send a message to? (seven)
Complete the sentence. Jesus said to John, “I am the First and the _________. (Last)
What is the hope of the church? The church looks forward to Jesus’ return when He will make all things new.
Elementary Discussion Questions
What happened to John while he was exiled to the island of Patmos? (John had a vision from Jesus, Rev. 1:1)
What did John see seven of in his vision? (seven golden lampstands for the seven churches, Rev. 1:11-12)
What did John do when he saw Jesus? (John fell at Jesus’ feet, Rev. 1:17)
How is a church like a lampstand?
Help the kids remember that Jesus described the church as light. Explain that, just as a lamp brings light to a dark room, the church brings the gospel to a sinful world. The Bible often uses darkness to help us imagine sin. Sin prevents us from seeing clearly or choosing the correct path. The church is one of God’s tools to help us see the gospel and make wise choices.Why is it important that Jesus is the First and the Last?
Explain that Jesus is eternal. His title “the First and the Last” helps us understand that Jesus has always existed—before anything else—and will exist forever into the future. He is God the Son, and He is worthy of all praise and honor.Why do you think Jesus appeared to John and told him to write down his vision? Jesus’ vision to John would give the church hope for a future with Jesus forever. By communicating about all the things to come, even the scary or difficult times the church would face, Jesus gave us the ability to look forward to His return. Even when things may feel hopeless, we still have hope, because we know how this age will end.
Watch the Videos
Remember the 3 B’s
Big Picture Question: What is the hope of the church? The church looks forward to Jesus’ return when He will make all things new.
Big Idea: Jesus appeared to John in a vision.
Bible Verse to Memorize - Then the seventh angel blew his trumpet, and there were loud voices in heaven, saying, “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he shall reign forever and ever.” Revelation 11:15
Practice Catechism
Question 40: What should we pray?
Answer: The whole Word of God directs us in what we should pray.
