25 Jesus knew what they were thinking. So he said to them, "Every kingdom that fights against itself will be destroyed. Every city or family that is divided against itself will not stand. 26 If Satan drives out Satan, he fights against himself. Then how can his kingdom stand? 27 You say I drive out demons by the power of Beelzebul. Then by whose power do your people drive them out? So then, they will be your judges. 28 But suppose I drive out demons by the Spirit of God. Then the kingdom of God has come to you. 29 "Or think about this. How can you enter a strong man's house and just take what the man owns? You must first tie him up. Then you can rob his house. 30 "Anyone who is not with me is against me. Anyone who does not gather sheep with me scatters them.
Beelzebul The Devil, Satan,
Ask My Heart
• What are the words of praise and/or apology that my friends and family need to hear from me to become one-hearted with me? (v. 25)
• What can I do today to serve others with a mind that I am with Jesus? (v. 30)
Swallow the Word of God
Jesus healed a demon-possessed man who could not see or speak. Having seen Jesus and His works, people said, "Can He be the Messiah?" On the contrary, the Pharisees thought that Jesus had borrowed the power of Beelzebub. They did not recognize Jesus as the Messiah, nor did they accept what Jesus was doing. When I don't come to realize the sins in my heart, like the Pharisees, I can't help but to say and do things that are against Jesus. I can become a citizen of the Kingdom of God only when I believe that Jesus is the One whom God sent to save me. I should faithfully keep the place of worship and continue to abide in the Word. I will also do my best to share Jesus with my loved ones and friends so that they can also be saved.
<QTin> Passage Matthew 12:22-30
Apply with Hands and Feet
The sticker can be found in the appendix.
What sins must I break off in order to be with Jesus? Attach the 'Hammer of the Holy Spirit' sticker to the bricks below that show the sins I need to break from.
Obedience Lies Nijl QT Prayer Clique
Jewel Testimony
Anger Management
Park, Eunseo | 6th Grade
I sometimes fight with my younger brother over small things. I would yell at my brother and punch him when he makes me upset or hits me. Then, I would get in trouble for hitting him and yelling at him. I would get upset at my mom for being unfair and yelling at me only. This would make my mom even more mad, and I would get in more trouble. In today's passage, it is said that no country, town, or house that conflicts with itself will be able to stand (v. 25). This made me to realize that I was pouring out anger on my family and creating conflicts in the family. Jesus spoke calmly even after hearing that He cast out demons with the power of Beelzebub (v. 27). I repent for letting my anger out on my family.
Application
Even when I get angry, I will not hit my brother. I will express my feelings with calm words to my mom.
Pray According to the Word
Dear God, please forgive me for not listening to Your words when they are different from my thoughts. ght Help me put my best efforts into being with You today, and become a person Help m 2 who appreciates the church community that You have gathered together.