Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Gospel for the Mass: Luke 3:1-6 (The Preaching of John the Baptist)
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Luke 3:1-6
Activities
loyolapress.com- Background on the Gospel and activities for groups and families
4catholiceducatiors.com- Resources on the Sunday Readings (Luke)
sermons4kids.com- Fanfare for a King object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- Are You Ready for Christmas? object lesson, group activities, coloring, puzzles, quizzes, worship bulletin
sermons4kids.com- Company Is Coming object lesson with group activities, coloring, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin
word-sunday.com- Changing For The Better (scroll down to Gospel)
ministry-to-children.com- Are You Prepared? Children’s Sermon Lesson from Luke 3:1-6
sundayschool.works- Kids Sunday School Lesson (Luke 3:1-6) Prepare the Way of the Lord
rclblectionary.com- Luke 3:1-6 Primary Lesson
rclblectionary.com- Luke 3:1-6 Intermediate Lesson
rclblectionary.com- Luke 3:1-6 Junior High 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 Coloring Page
sermons4kids.com- Luke 3:4
sermons4kids.com- John the Baptist
4catholiceducators.com- Luke 3:3
4catholiceducators.com- John the Baptist Coloring Pages
churchpublishing.org- Drawn to the Gospels (Year C) Luke 3:1–6 (page 3)
stushieart.com- Advent 2 Candles (scroll down to this)
stushieart.com- Candle of Peace (scroll down to this)
Crafts
sermons4kids.com- Fanfare For A King group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- Are You Ready for Christmas? group activities (crafts)
sermons4kids.com- Company Is Coming group activities (crafts)
ministry-to-children.com- Prepared for Jesus Coming? Bible Craft Ideas from Luke 3:1-6
Games
sermons4kids.com- Fanfare For A King group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- Are You Ready for Christmas? group activities (games)
sermons4kids.com- Company Is Coming group activities (games)
Puzzles/Worksheets
John the Baptist- To answer the mystery questions, find the number on the phone. If the arrow points left, write the left-hand letter on the blank. If the arrow points right, write the right-hand number on the blank. (Red Hot Bible Puzzles by Nancy I. Sanders, page 35).
sermons4kids.com- Fanfare For A King (Word Search)
sermons4kids.com- Prepare The Way (Word Search)
sermons4kids.com- Company Is Coming (Word Search)
sermons4kids.com- Are You Ready? (Word Search)
web.archive.org- Word Search
sermons4kids.com- Prepare The Way (Word Shape)
sermons4kids.com- Company Is Coming (Decoder)
sermons4kids.com- Prepare The Way (Decoder)
sermons4kids.com- Prepare The Way (Spiral)
sermons4kids.com- Fanfare For A King (Crossword)
sermons4kids.com- Prepare The Way (Crossword)
sermons4kids.com- Company Is Coming (Crossword)
web.archive.org- Crossword
sermons4kids.com- Fanfare For A King (Fill in the Blank)
sermons4kids.com- Prepare The Way (Fill in the Blank)
sermons4kids.com- Company Is Coming (Fill in the Blank)
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.
sdc.me.uk- Luke 3:1-6 Worksheet
thekidsbulletin.com- Luke 3:1-6 Kid’s Bulletin
calvarycurriculum.com- John the Baptist #173 circle the correct words, true or false, fill in the blanks, puzzles, etc.
easyenglish.bible- John the Baptist and Jesus Luke 3:1-22 (scroll down to these questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)
bibleversestudy.com- Questions for Luke 3 Bible Study (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)
gospelgrace.com- Discussion Questions Luke 3:1-6 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)
From Google AI Mode
Context and History
• Setting the Scene: Why does Luke list seven specific political and religious leaders (Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate, Herod, etc.) in the first two verses?
• Divine Timing: What does the phrase "in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar" reveal about the historical reliability of the Gospel account?
• The Recipient: To whom did the "word of God" come, and why is it significant that it came to someone in the wilderness rather than to the leaders in the palaces or the temple?
John’s Message and Ministry
• Defining Repentance: What does "a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins" mean? How does this differ from the way people typically think of baptism today?
• The Wilderness: Why was John's ministry located in the wilderness and the region around the Jordan? How does this setting contribute to his message?
• Purpose of the Voice: John is described as "a voice of one calling in the wilderness." What does this title suggest about his identity and his relationship to Jesus?
Old Testament Prophecy (Isaiah 40:3-5)
• Fulfillment: How does John’s life and ministry fulfill the prophecy written in the book of Isaiah?
• Metaphorical Obstacles: What do the metaphors of "filling valleys," "leveling mountains," and "straightening crooked paths" represent in a person's heart or life?
• Universal Scope: Luke 3:6 states that "all flesh shall see the salvation of God." What does this tell us about the intended audience of the Gospel?
Personal Application
• Preparation: What specific "valleys" or "mountains" in your own life currently hinder your relationship with God or prevent others from seeing His work in you?
• Active Repentance: If repentance is more than just a feeling of sorrow, what practical actions ("fruits of repentance") would John call for in your current profession or lifestyle?
• Point of Focus: John’s primary mission was to point people to Jesus. How can you serve as a modern-day "voice" that prepares the way for Christ in your community?
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