Matthew 11 · Grade 3
The Gentle Savior
Read the Story
John the Baptist was in prison. He sent his disciples to ask Jesus, "Are you he who comes, or should we look for another?" Jesus told them to report what they saw: the blind receive sight, the lame walk, lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, and the poor hear the good news. These were signs the prophets said the Messiah would do.
Jesus praised John as more than a prophet. He was the messenger sent to prepare the way. But some towns saw Jesus' mighty works and still did not repent. Jesus warned them sadly.
Then Jesus prayed, thanking His Father for showing these things to little children. He said, "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart."
Memory Verse
“Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls.”
Matthew 11:29 (WEB)
Answer the Questions
What question did John ask Jesus?
How did Jesus answer John's question?
What did Jesus say about John?
Why did Jesus warn some towns?
How does Jesus describe His heart?
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.
- How can you be kind and calm with others?
- Jesus thanked the Father for showing His truth to little children. Why is it good news that you do not have to be grown up to know God?
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