Family Bible Time: Paul's Missionary Pattern

Family guide · Paul's Missionary Pattern · Acts 13:1-14:28 · about 15 minutes

Big idea: Local churches sent workers who proclaimed Jesus and established communities of disciples.

In about 15 minutes, read Acts 13:1-14:28 and explore this big idea: Local churches sent workers who proclaimed Jesus and established communities of disciples.

The 15-minute flow

2 minConnect. Recall where Paul's Missionary Pattern fits in the Bible story.
5 minRead. Read or retell Acts 13:1-14:28 and notice two details.
3 minUnderstand. Ask what the passage directly says and what meaning follows from it.
3 minPlay. Use the Paul's Missionary Pattern Evidence Grid orally or on paper.
2 minRespond. Choose one voluntary response and pray together.

Talk about it

What happened or what was taught?
What does this show us about God, Jesus, or faithful life?
What is one response we can practise?

This week

Action: Choose one concrete response connected to this lesson and practise it this week.

Prayer: Thank God for what is clear in the passage; ask for wisdom to respond faithfully without claiming more than the text supports.

Note for parents: Questions are welcome. Do not force disclosure, certainty, public prayer, baptism, or another public religious decision.