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This week’s story comes from the book of Colossians. Colossians is an epistle, or letter. This letter lists both Paul and Timothy as its authors. It was written to Christians in Colossae, and it stresses Christ’s power over all things.
This wasn’t the first time false teachers tried to distract followers of God. In the Old Testament, the Israelites were distracted by prophets of a false God called Baal. Read 1 Kings 18:20-40 to learn more.
What did the people say in verse 39 when they realized the God of Israel was the one true God?
Why is it important to stay close to Jesus as we journey through life on Earth?
Following Jesus means you should obey your parents! (Ephesians 6:1) The Bible tells us to respect authority. (Romans 13) However, if someone asks you to do something you know God says is wrong, choose to respectfully follow Jesus instead. God’s ways are above all.
Yes. The Bible clearly says Jesus is the only way to heaven. (Acts 4:12) Good works do not earn our way to heaven. Faith in Jesus is the only way we can be saved from our sins. (Ephesians 2:8-9) No other religion teaches this.
Ask a friend or family member for a time-tested cookie recipe they can share with you. Copy the recipe (including where it came from) into your journal. Baking cookies requires us to closely follow a recipe, just like living life for Jesus requires us to closely follow Him.
Don’t forget to follow the recipe and make the cookies!
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Take a moment to read the entire second chapter of Colossians.
The false teachers distracting the Colossians were not living for Jesus. Instead, they sought to pull people away from Him.
What’s something in today’s world that fights for your attention and could distract you from following Jesus?
