Father & Son Story in John 5

Story Walkthrough

God’s Equal (16-18) – Jesus explained to the Jewish leaders that he is Yahweh’s Son. They realized Jesus claimed to be equal with God and wanted to kill him.

Drawings: Jesus (man & cross) said he is the Son of God (king & cloud) and only does his will (heart).

Jesus’ Authority (19-20) – Yahweh gave Jesus all authority in heaven, on the earth, and over all creation. God reveals who he is through the works of his Son.

Drawings: God in heaven (crown & cloud) sent Jesus to the world (earth & stars) so we can see & know him.

Resurrection Power (21-25) – Yahweh gave Jesus the power to raise the dead. Jesus will call out to the dead, and they will wake up to be judged. All who believe that Jesus is God’s Son will receive eternal life.

Drawings: Jesus (man & cross) will wake up the dead (grave) through the Holy Spirit’s power (dove & flame).

Perfect Justice (26-30) – God made Jesus the Judge of Mankind because he is humble, wise, and faithful.

Drawings: Jesus (man & cross) perfectly fulfills the will (flag) of his Father (king & cloud) by abiding in him.

Discipleship Activities

• Pray. Listen to the story. Draw the story.
• Practice telling the story with the drawings.
• Create your own drawings to illustrate the story.
• Pray and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal his wisdom.
• Pray. What is the Holy Spirit asking you to do next?
• Go and tell the story to someone. Discuss the story.
• Make disciples. Teach others how to hear the Spirit.

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