Overview

The Lesson Overview is basically an outline . . . Think of it as the "nuts and bolts" of each lesson.

Biblical Passage While other passages often find their way into a lesson, the biblical passage is the main focus.

Supporting Scripture The supporting scripture often provides context to, gives additional insight to, or reiterates the message of the biblical passage in additional places of Scripture.

Memory Verse The memory verse is a key verse that illustrates the biblical truth of the lesson. It usually originates from the biblical passage but may be from an additional passage.

Biblical Truth The biblical truth is the central foundation of the lesson. It comes directly from the biblical passage and drives the formation of learning goals.

Context The context section gives the context of the current lesson in regards to its surrounding lessons. It may also provide a glimpse of the historical or literary context of the biblical passage.

Learning Goals The learning goals help teachers understand what the lesson seeks to accomplish. The first learning goal is the driving purpose of the Explore section of the teaching plan and is concerned with biblical knowledge. The second learning goal pertains is the Transform section and is concerned with life application.

Prayer Suggestions The prayer suggestions provide specific ideas for the teacher to pray during the week for his or her students. These ideas are based on the goals and truths of the lesson.

Biblical Passage

Matthew 28:17–20

Supporting Passages

Mark 16:15–16; Luke 24:46–49

Memory Verse

Matthew 28:18–20

Biblical Truth

Jesus Christ commissioned His believers to share His message with all people so that all people have the opportunity to become His followers.

Context

Immediately before His ascension, Jesus gave His disciples final instructions for making new disciples throughout the world.

Learning Goals
  • Students will understand that Jesus has authority to commanded and empower them to make disciples.
  • Students will apply their understanding by committing to join with Jesus Christ in making disciples of all nations.
Prayer Suggestions

As you prepare to teach this lesson, pray for your students.

  • Pray that your students will know and understand what is involved in carrying out Christ’s Great Commission.
  • Pray that your students will be receptive to Jesus’ authority over their lives, submitting to His leadership.
  • Pray that your students will see themselves as participants in going and making disciples.