Gospel for the Mass: 3/9/25- Luke 4:1-13 (The Temptation of Jesus)

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Luke 4:1-13



Activities

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

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

sundayschoollessons.com- Jesus Says No To The Devil lesson

sermons4kids.com- Look for the Hook object lesson with group activities, coloring, puzzles, quizzes, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- Resisting Temptation object lesson with group activities, coloring, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- What Did Jesus Do? object lesson with group activities, coloring page, puzzles, quiz, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- I’ll Be Back object lesson with group activities, coloring, puzzles, worship bulletin

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Christ object lesson (You can also use this for an intro to the snack if you choose to have bite size candy bars).

childrenschapel.org- It Is Written lesson with activities

ministry-to-children.com- Satan Tempts Jesus (Luke 4:1-13) Sunday School Lesson and Activities for Kids

ministry-to-children.com-- Lesson: What We Love the Most (Luke 4:1-13)

missionbibleclass.org- Jesus is Tempted in the Wilderness lesson with activities

sundayschool.works- Overcoming Temptation: Children’s Sermon Object Lesson on the Temptation of Christ in the Desert from Luke 4:1-13

missionarlington.org- Jesus Is Tempted lesson with activities

truewaykids.com- The Temptation of Jesus (free printable lessons for under 5s, over 5s, preteens and teens)

jesus-without-language.net- Lost Patience (Temptation of Jesus) lesson with activities

rclblectionary.com- Luke 4:1-13 Primary Lesson

rclblectionary.com- Luke 4:1-13 Intermediate Lesson

rclblectionary.com- Luke 4:1-13 Junior High Lesson

The Catholic Toolbox- Temptation of Jesus lesson plan for 1st Grade on up with: Objectives, Review, Vocabulary Words, Bible Story with questions, Activities, Crafts, Games, Snacks, Puzzles/Mazes/Worksheets, etc.

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- Temptation of Christ

sermons4kids.com- Temptation of Christ #2

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Jesus

4catholiceducators.com- Jesus is Tempted coloring pages

abidingwordtx.org- Luke 4:1

coloringhome.com- If you are the son of God . . .

peninsulacommunitychapel.org- Jesus Was Tempted (page 12)

sundayschoolzone.com- Jesus’ Temptation Coloring Page

ministry-to-children.com- Jesus Overcomes Temptations coloring pages

stushieart.com- Luke 4:1-13

churchpublishing.org- Luke 4:1-13 (page 22)



Crafts

sermons4kids.com- Look for the Hook group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- Resisting Temptation group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- What Did Jesus Do? group activities (crafts)

sermons4kids.com- I’ll Be Back group activities (crafts)

jesus-without-language.net- Jesus in the Desert Craft

auntiesbiblelessons.wordpress.com- Temptation of Christ craft

childrensbiblelessons.blogspot.com- The Temptation of Jesus (scroll down to this)

daniellesplace.com- Guard Your Heart Pocket Craft (scroll down to this)



Craft- Introduce today’s activity: Today we are learning how Jesus used the Bible to help him say “no” to the devil. Show the children your craft. Read the Scripture Memory Verse written in the pickle. Say: Just as we need bread we also need other nourishing types of foods such as meat and cheese. Jesus knows that the Bible is the best food for our souls. Just as it is important to eat food each day to stay healthy, it is also important to read the Bible every day to stay healthy in our souls. Today we will make hero sandwiches to remind us that true heroes are nourished by God’s word!

blueridgedisciples.org- Hero Sandwich- from Jesus Defeats Satan: Lesson 1 (page 5, & 16).
On pickle: Jesus answered, "It is written, One does not live on bread alone." Luke 4:4

Directions:

1. Distribute the paper plates, crayons, pickles and glue. Have the children glue their pickles near the bottom edge of their plates.
2. Give the children one of their bread slices (it can be made out of construction paper or a sponge). Have them glue the bread to their plates above the pickles.
3. Have the children pick three of the sandwich items (cheese, bologna, salami, turkey, lettuce, tomato slice, etc. made out of construction paper). Have them glue each item onto their bread.
5. Give the children their second slice of bread. Help them tape the bread to the top of their sandwiches.
6. Have the children write their names on their plates.


Introduce craft: We are tempted every day. What can we make to help remind ourselves to do the right thing?

dltk-bible.com- What Would Jesus Do mobile

beau.org- Witness Bracelet Craft

dltk-bible.com- Paper Bead Cross

christiancrafters.com- Colors of Christ Cross
Neat tip at the bottom for younger students.



Games

sermons4kids.com- Look for the Hook group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- Resisting Temptation group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- What Did Jesus Do? group activities (games)

sermons4kids.com- I’ll Be Back group activities (games)

ministry-to-children.com- Turning Stones into Bread Game (scroll down to this)

cherigamble.com- Would You Rather, Turn Rocks Into Bread, Memorize A Verse Game (scroll down to these)


Introduce game: How did Satan tempt Jesus? (Told him to turn stones into bread. He told him that he would give him the kingdoms of the world. He told him to jump off the roof of a temple and the angels would come and lift him up so that he wouldn't be hurt.)

shauna-naner.blogspot.com- Seminary-Avoiding Temptation Game

Temptation Obstacle Course- The Encyclopedia of Bible Games for Children’s Ministry, page 73.

christiancrafters.com- Survivor Temptation Island
Through various fun games, activities, and group Bible discussions, participants will learn that temptation is from Satan and can lead to sin. Participants will also learn how to receive God's power to resist Satan's temptations. Event lasts approximately 3.5 hours. For grades 5 and up.


Introduce game: What are you tempted to do when you are not doing well during a game? Discuss. Let’s see if you can resist temptation while playing this fun game!

Resist the Temptation Putt-Putt- Break the students into groups and have them make a putt-putt golf course. Have each group make a hole for others to play.

creativekidsathome.com- Indoor Miniature Golf

readingconfetti.com- Cardboard Box Miniature Golf Course

everneveragain.blogspot.com- Indoor Putt-Putt Course

thecrafttrain.com- Tin can indoor golf

pinterest.com- Indoor Mini Golf Ideas

kixcereal.com- Backyard Mini Golf Course

boyslife.org- Build a Miniature Golf Course in Your Backyard




The Catholic Toolbox- Resist the Temptation File Folder Game
The object of the game is to resist the temptation just like Jesus did. 2 game boards to choose from.


Introduce game: How did Satan tempt Jesus? Told him to turn stones into bread. He told him that he would give him the kingdoms of the world. He told him to jump off the roof of a temple and the angels would come and lift him up so that he wouldn't be hurt.

Can you resist temptation? Let’s find out!

“Win or Lose by How You Choose” by Judge Judy Sheindlin

Directions- Show the children the picture and read the situation. With each situation there are a series of answers for the children to choose from. Ask the children what they would do. Do not tell the children the right answer. Explore and evaluate the different choices together with the children.



Puzzles/Worksheets

More 365 Activities for Kids- do Jesus was Tempted by Satan spot the difference puzzle on August 18.

Satan Tries to Tempt Jesus- The pictures below tell the story of Jesus in the desert. But they are all mixed up. Number them in the order that they happened. (Big Puzzles for Little Hands: Jesus’ Life and Lessons by Carla Williams, page 23).

biblewise.com- Maze

biblefunforkids.com- Jesus Tempted in the Wilderness Activity Sheets

gardenofpraise.com- Word Search

sundayschoolzone.com- Jesus’ Temptation Spot the Difference

sundayschoolzone.com- Jesus’ Temptation Hidden Pictures

sundayschoolzone.com- Jesus’ Temptation Jigsaw Puzzle

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Christ (Word Search)

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Jesus (Word Search)

sermons4kids.com- I’ll Be Back (Word Search)

sundayschoolzone.com- Jesus’ Temptation Word Search

web.archive.org- Word Search

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Christ (Decoder)

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Jesus (Alphabet Soup)

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Jesus (Word Shape)

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Jesus (Crossword)

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Christ (Crossword)

sermons4kids.com- I’ll Be Back (Crossword)

web.archive.org- Crossword

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

catholickidsbulletin.blogspot.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- The Temptation of Christ (Multiple Choice)

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Jesus (Multiple Choice)

sermons4kids.com- The Temptation of Jesus (Scramble Sentences)

biblefunforkids.com- Students Worksheet (scroll down to student worksheet)

sundayschoolzone.com- Jesus’ Temptation Word Tiles

sdc.me.uk- Luke 4:1-13 Worksheet

thekidsbulletin.com- Luke 4:1-13 Kid’s Bulletin

truewaykids.com- The Temptation of Jesus (free printable puzzles and worksheets for under 5s, over 5s, preteens and teens)

smp.org- Jesus Is Tempted
This worksheet is part of the Living in Christ Series. It is a helpful way to organize notes about Jesus' temptation in the desert - including what the temptation was, how he responded, and what students can learn from it.

biblewise.com- Jesus’ Temptations (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

jesuswalk.com- Jesus' Temptation Luke 4:1-13 (scroll down to questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

cabotbible.com- Bible Discussion Group Study Questions for Luke 4:1-13 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

squarespace.com- The Temptation of Jesus - Luke 4:1-13 (questions that can easily be made into a worksheet)

gracebibleny.org- The Temptation of Jesus – Matthew 4:1-11; Mark 1:12-13; Luke 4:1-13 (scroll down to Fill in the Blank questions at bottom that can easily be made into a worksheet)



Song

dltk-bible.com- Jesus Rap
A rap song about Jesus being tempted in the wilderness.