Deeper Discussion

(5-10 minutes, easy set-up)
Students will discuss their thoughts on Jesus’ place in history and Scripture as the Messiah.

Learning Goal: Students will begin to value Jesus as the Messiah who came to save them from their sins and give them eternal life.

Use the following questions to help students discuss Jesus’ place in history and Scripture as the Messiah.

When you think of Jesus, the Son of God, living here on earth, what feelings come to mind?
John described Jesus as “the Word,” “Creator,” “Life,” and “Light.” How do these titles for Jesus shape your view of who Jesus is?
Does knowing Jesus affect the way you live? Should it?
In what ways does your life reflect the relationship that you have with Jesus Christ as the Messiah?

Divide students into groups of two or three, and then encourage them to discuss ways that Jesus’ place in history was confirmed through Scripture and eyewitnesses. Then, encourage students to discuss how their lives have changed by accepting that Jesus has saved them from their sins. Encourage students to close by praying for each other to live out their faith in Christ by telling others about their Lord.