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Matthew 7 · Grade 5

The Authority of Jesus

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Read and Think

The end of the Sermon on the Mount presses for a decision. Jesus contrasts the wide gate and broad road that lead to destruction with the narrow gate and road that lead to life. He warns against false prophets who look like sheep but are wolves inside; you will know them by their fruits.

Strikingly, Jesus says many will call Him "Lord" and even point to great works done in His name, yet He will say, "I never knew you." Saying the right words is not enough. Entering the Kingdom belongs to those who do the will of the Father, which flows from truly knowing Jesus.

The parable of the two builders ends the sermon. Both men hear, and both houses face the same storm. The difference is the foundation. Matthew adds that the crowds were astonished, because Jesus taught as one having authority, not like the scribes. He did not just explain the Law; He spoke as the Lord whose words decide our lives.

Show What You Know

  1. What two roads does Jesus describe, and where do they lead?

  2. How can false prophets be recognized?

  3. Why will Jesus say I never knew you to some who call Him Lord?

  4. In the parable, what was the same for both builders, and what was different?

  5. Why were the crowds astonished?

Crossword

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Across

  1. Where the wise man built his house.
  2. How the crowds felt about Jesus' teaching.
  3. Where the foolish man built his house.

Down

  1. People call it the ____ Rule: treat others the way you want to be treated.
  2. People who hear Jesus' words and do them are like this man.
  3. Ask, seek and ____.

Think About It

  1. Why is it dangerous to think that saying the right words about Jesus is enough?

  2. What does building your life on Jesus' words look like in a practical way for someone your age?

Memory Verse

“Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven, but he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.

Matthew 7:21 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for this Bible story. Help me to . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • Jesus warned about judging others. How can we help others without being harsh?
  • What trials are you up against, and how does obeying Jesus help you stand firm?
  • What is one specific way you could live out this chapter this week?

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