The Word and Creation
Family guide · The Word and Creation · John 1:1-18; Colossians 1:15-20 · about 15 minutes
Big idea: The New Testament locates Jesus within God's identity, creation, revelation, and purpose to reconcile all things.
Start with the passage and keep text, explanation, and application distinct.
The 15-minute flow
- 2 minConnect. Connect this lesson to something already learned in Cycle 2.
- 5 minRead. Read selected portions of John 1:1-18 and name direct observations.
- 3 minUnderstand. Restate the big idea in your own words: The New Testament locates Jesus within God's identity, creation, revelation, and purpose to reconcile all things.
- 3 minPlay. Use the Word / Creation / Revelation / Reconciliation Audit resource verbally or on paper.
- 2 minRespond. Choose one claim about Jesus and identify exactly which phrase supports it.
Talk about it
- What does the passage directly say?
- What meaning follows from it?
- What is one response we can practise?
This week
Action: Choose one claim about Jesus and identify exactly which phrase supports it.
Prayer: Thank God for what the passage reveals and ask for help to respond faithfully.
Note for parents: Questions are welcome. Do not force disclosure, certainty, public prayer, baptism, or another public religious decision.