The Church Reads Israel's Scriptures
Family guide · The Church Reads Israel's Scriptures · Luke 24:44-47; Acts 15:13-21 · about 15 minutes
Big idea: Jesus and the apostles read Israel's Scriptures as the story fulfilled in Christ and shaping the church.
Start with the passage and keep direct text, explanation, and application distinct.
The 15-minute flow
- 2 minConnect. Connect The Church Reads Israel's Scriptures to the story already learned in Covenant, Kingdom, Wisdom, and Prophets.
- 5 minRead. Read selected portions of Luke 24:44-47 and name direct observations.
- 3 minUnderstand. Restate the big idea in your own words: Jesus and the apostles read Israel's Scriptures as the story fulfilled in Christ and shaping the church.
- 3 minPlay. Use The Church Reads Israel's Scriptures Evidence Grid verbally or on paper.
- 2 minRespond. Write one observation, one supported meaning, and one wise response from the passage.
Talk about it
- What does the passage directly say?
- What meaning follows from it?
- What is one response we can practise?
This week
Action: Write one observation, one supported meaning, and one wise response from the passage.
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.