Gospel for the Mass: 9/3/23- Matthew 16:21-27 (The First Prediction of the Passion & The Conditions of Discipleship)

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Matthew 16:21-27



Activities

loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families

4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (Matthew)

sermons4kids.com- Following Jesus object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, quizzes, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- The Whistle object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, quizzes, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- Called To Follow object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, quizzes, worship bulletin

word-sunday.com- Choices (scroll down to Gospel)

sundayschoollessons.com- Jesus Tells the Disciples that He Must Suffer lesson with questions

ministry-to-children.com- Matthew 16:21-28 Children’s Sermon “Worth the Cost”

sundayschool.works- Matthew 16:21-28 Sunday School Lesson: Jesus Rebukes Peter and Says Take Up Your Cross

rclblectionary.com- Matthew 16:21-27 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- Matthew 16:21-27 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- Matthew 16:21-27 Primary Lesson

The Catholic Toolbox- What Can Teens Do For Gospel For The Mass Activities?

textweek.com- Lectionary, Scripture Study and Worship Links and Resources



Coloring

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Sunday Gospel Coloring Page

sermons4kids.com- I will follow Jesus, our leader.

sermons4kids.com- Take up your cross.

sundayschool.works- How Do I Follow Jesus (scroll down to this)

doodlethroughthebible.com- Matthew 16 Coloring Page (scroll down to this to print out)

totallytots.blogspot.com- In My Heart ~ Matthew 16:24-25 Full Verse Coloring Pages (scroll down to this)

stushieart.com- Matthew 16:24



Crafts

sermons4kids.com- Following Jesus group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- The Whistle group activities (crafts)

jesus-without-language.net- Peter gets it wrong (Matthew 16) | Craft 1

jesus-without-language.net- Peter gets it wrong (Matthew 16) | Craft 2



Games

sermons4kids.com- Following Jesus group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- The Whistle group activities (games)

jesus-without-language.net- Peter gets it wrong (Matthew 16) | Games



Puzzles/Worksheets

totallytots.blogspot.com- In My Heart ~ Matthew 16:24-25 Copy Work Tracers & Copy Worksheets (scroll down to these)

sermons4kids.com- Matthew 16:24 (Dot-to-dot)

sermons4kids.com- Take Up Your Cross (Word Search)

sermons4kids.com- Take Up Your Cross (Word Search)

web.archive.org- Word Search

sermons4kids.com- Take Up Your Cross (Crossword)

sermons4kids.com- Take Up Your Cross (Crossword)

web.archive.org- Crossword

catholicmom.com- Scroll down to the date for Coloring Page, Mass Worksheet, Crossword Puzzle, Word Search, etc.

catholickidsbulletin.com- Download a FREE bulletin to help your kids learn more about our Catholic Mass. Each week's bulletin contains coloring pages for a saint and activities based on the Gospel. The coloring pages may also include a maze, dot-to-dot, find the picture, and many other activities.

sermons4kids.com- Multiple Choice

sermons4kids.com- Take Up Your Cross (Multiple Choice)

sermons4kids.com- Take Up Your Cross (Fill in the Blanks)

sermons4kids.com- Take Up Your Cross (Fill in the Blanks)

sdc.me.uk- Matthew 16:21-27 Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- Matthew 16:21-27 Kid’s Bulletin (scroll down for this)

gracebibleny.org- Setting Your Interest on the Things of God – Matthew 16:21-28; Mark 8:31-9:1; Luke 9:22-27 (scroll down to Fill in the Blank questions at bottom that can easily be made into a worksheet)

studyandobey.com- Matthew 16:21-28 Inductive Bible Study – Discussion Questions and Verse by Verse Commentary (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)


From Google AI

Part 1: The Prediction & Peter's Rebuke (Verses 21-23)
• What specific milestones does Jesus say are necessary for His mission in verse 21?
• Why do you think Peter takes Jesus aside to rebuke Him right after declaring Him as the Messiah earlier in the chapter?
• What makes Jesus' response to Peter ("Get behind me, Satan!") so startling?
• How can a person switch from being a "rock" of faith to a "stumbling block" in a matter of moments?
• What does it mean to think with "human concerns" rather than "divine concerns" in your daily decisions?

Part 2: The Cost of Discipleship (Verses 24-25)
• What are the three distinct requirements Jesus lays out for anyone who wants to follow Him in verse 24?
• What did "taking up a cross" mean to a first-century audience under Roman rule, and how does that change how we view this command today?
• How do you practically "deny yourself" in a modern culture that encourages self-indulgence and personal branding?
• What is the paradox of trying to save your life versus losing it for Jesus' sake?

Part 3: Eternal Perspective (Verses 26-27)
• What are some examples of "gaining the whole world" in modern times?
• Why is earthly success or comfort a bad trade for your soul?
• How does the promise of Jesus returning in glory to judge conduct change how you endure suffering right now?