Hi everyone, today we’re going to be talking about Matthew 28:16-20, which is known as the Great Commission. This is a very important passage for teenagers to understand, because it gives us our marching orders for how to live our lives as Christians.
The Great Commission
In this passage, Jesus gives his disciples a command to go and make disciples of all nations. This means that we are called to share the good news of Jesus Christ with everyone we meet. We are also called to teach people how to follow Jesus and live according to his commands.
Why is this important for teenagers?
This is important for teenagers because it gives us a purpose in life. When we know that we are called to share the love of Jesus with others, it gives us a sense of direction and motivation. It also helps us to stay focused on what is truly important in life.
How can we obey the Great Commission?
There are many ways that we can obey the Great Commission. Here are a few ideas:
- We can share our faith with our friends and family.
- We can volunteer at a local church or ministry.
- We can donate money to Christian organizations that are working to spread the gospel.
- We can simply live our lives in a way that reflects the love of Jesus.
Discussion Questions
- What does it mean to make disciples?
- How can we share the good news of Jesus Christ with others?
- What are some ways that we can live our lives in a way that reflects the love of Jesus?
Youth Group Game
Here is a fun game that you can play with your youth group to help them learn more about the Great Commission:
- Divide the group into two teams.
- Give each team a Bible.
- Have each team read Matthew 28:16-20.
- Once the teams have read the passage, have them come up with a creative way to share the good news of Jesus Christ with the other team.
- The team that comes up with the most creative and effective way to share the gospel wins the game.
Closing Prayer
Dear God,
Thank you for the Great Commission. Help us to be faithful to your call to share the good news of Jesus Christ with others. We pray that you would give us the courage to speak up for your truth, and the wisdom to know how to share it in a way that is both effective and loving. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Matthew 28:16-20 Sunday School Lesson
The Great Commission is a call to all Christians to share the good news of Jesus Christ with others. This Sunday School lesson on Matthew 28:16-20 is designed for teenagers and will help them understand the importance of sharing the gospel with others.
Lesson Objectives
- To understand the meaning of the Great Commission
- To learn how to share the gospel with others
- To understand the importance of obedience to God’s commands
Lesson Materials
- Bibles
- Construction paper
- Decorative materials
- Toilet paper tubes
- Scissors
- Glue or tape
- Paper plates
- Globes
- Postcards
Lesson Plan
Introduction (5 minutes)
Begin the lesson by asking the students if they have ever heard of the Great Commission. Explain that it is a command given by Jesus to His disciples to go and make disciples of all nations.
Bible Study (15 minutes)
Read Matthew 28:16-20 aloud and ask the students to follow along in their Bibles. After reading, ask the following questions:
- What did Jesus command His disciples to do?
- What does it mean to make disciples?
- Why is it important to baptize new believers?
- What does it mean to teach others to obey everything Jesus commanded?
Object Lesson (20 minutes)
Divide the students into small groups and give each group a globe and a postcard. Instruct them to choose a country on the globe and write a message on the postcard that shares the gospel with someone in that country. Encourage them to be creative and use their own words.
After they have finished writing their postcards, have them share their messages with the rest of the class. Discuss the importance of sharing the gospel with people from all nations.
Craft Activity (20 minutes)
Using the construction paper, toilet paper tubes, scissors, and glue or tape, have the students create a model of a person. Encourage them to be creative and decorate their models however they like.
After they have finished creating their models, have them share with the class how they can use their models to share the gospel with others.
Conclusion (5 minutes)
Review the main points of the lesson and remind the students of the importance of sharing the gospel with others. Encourage them to be obedient to God’s commands and to always be ready to share the good news of Jesus Christ with those around them.
Citations:
[1] https://ministry-to-children.com/discipline-of-evangelism-lesson/
[2] https://ministry-to-children.com/go-make-disciples-matthew-28-lesson-great-commission/
[5] https://sundayschool.works/lessons/the-great-commission/