Genesis 49 · Grade 4
The Lion of Judah
Read and Think
Jacob's last words to his sons were like prophecies. Some sons heard hard words. Reuben, Simeon and Levi learned that sin has consequences, even years later.
Judah received a royal promise. The scepter, a king's rod, would belong to Judah's family. King David came from Judah. In the New Testament, Jesus, the Son of David, is called the Lion of the tribe of Judah (Revelation 5:5). He is the one to whom the obedience of the peoples belongs.
Joseph's blessing praised God as the Shepherd and the Stone of Israel. Jacob died trusting God's promises, wanting to be buried in the land God promised.
Show What You Know
What did Reuben, Simeon and Levi learn?
What is a scepter?
What is Jesus called in Revelation 5:5?
What names did Jacob give God in Joseph's blessing?
Word Bank Fill-In
Use the word bank to fill in each blank.
- Some heard hard words.
- received a royal promise.
- David came from Judah.
Think About It
Judah had done wrong (Genesis 37-38) but later changed. How does God's grace give us a new start?
Christians have read Genesis 49:10 as pointing to Jesus, the King all people will obey. How can you obey Him today?
Memory Verse
“The scepter will not depart from Judah, nor the ruler’s staff from between his feet, until he comes to whom it belongs. The obedience of the peoples will be to him.”
Genesis 49:10 (WEB)
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Prayer
Dear God, thank You for today's Bible story. Help me to . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- How can you use your gifts and character well?
- How can you let past mistakes teach you?
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