Luke 7 · Grade 3
Just Say the Word
Read the Story
A Roman centurion in Capernaum had a servant who was close to death. The centurion loved the Jewish people and had built them a synagogue. He sent a message to Jesus. He said he was not worthy to have Jesus come to his house. If Jesus would just say the word, his servant would be healed. Jesus was amazed. He said He had not found such great faith even in Israel.
In the town of Nain, Jesus met a funeral. A widow's only son had died. Jesus had compassion on her and told her not to cry. He touched the stretcher and told the young man to get up. He sat up and began to speak!
Later, at a Pharisee's house, a woman known as a sinner washed Jesus' feet with her tears and poured perfume on them. Jesus said that her many sins were forgiven, so she loved much.
Memory Verse
“When Jesus heard these things, he marveled at him, and turned and said to the multitude who followed him, “I tell you, I have not found such great faith, no, not in Israel.””
Luke 7:9 (WEB)
Answer the Questions
What had the centurion built for the Jewish people?
What did the centurion ask Jesus to do?
What did Jesus say about the centurion's faith?
How did Jesus feel toward the widow of Nain?
Why did the woman love Jesus so much?
Put the Story in Order
Write what happened in each box.
Prayer
Dear God, thank You for this Bible story. Help me to . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- Why was Jesus glad about the soldier?
- How was Jesus kind to the sad mom?
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