Episode The Family of Jesus
Have you thought much about Jesus’s earthly family and His heavenly family and the impact they all had on His life? Discover what we can learn from people like Mary, Joseph, and the Trinity!
Chapter 1
Parents/grandparents/siblings/aunts/uncles/cousins. Spouse/children/grandchildren . . . Your family has a lot of layers, doesn’t it? Well, this week on Discover the Word, the group talks about “The Family of Jesus.” Elisa Morgan, Bill Crowder, Daniel Ryan Day, and Rasool Berry get to know Jesus better as they explore some different layers of Jesus’ family and how He interacted with them. Be part of the group for this first conversation as they talk about Mary, the mother of Jesus, and her important role in His life
Chapter 2
What are some positive ways you’ve seen stepparents contribute to their new families? In this Discover the Word conversation, the group explores Joseph’s important role in the family of Jesus. Discover how Joseph made it possible for Jesus to grow up and fulfill God’s mission
Chapter 3
What kind of relationship do you have with your siblings? Sometimes, the bond is strong and deep. But sometimes that relationship can be difficult. Well, be part of the Discover the Word group for this conversation as they discuss Jesus’ relationship with His siblings. Discover an important way that Jesus’ siblings supported Him and the impact it had on His ministry
Chapter 4
Have you ever thought about the Trinity—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—as a family? Well, pull your chair up to the table with the Discover the Word group as they explore how the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are like a heavenly family. Join them as they reflect on the example and hope this gives us for our future as a part of Jesus’ family
Chapter 5
What does it mean for you to be a part of Jesus’ family? Join the Discover the Word group as they conclude a series about “The Family of Jesus.” Discover the many ways that Jesus refers to His followers as His family throughout the New Testament and be amazed by everything that His family inherits.
About This Episode
- Show Notes
Receive
We see the beautiful ways that family can support each other through Jesus’ earthly family that included His mother Mary, His stepfather Joseph, and His siblings. We see the depth of connectedness that family can have through Jesus’ heavenly family with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. And as His followers, we experience the inheritance of being part of Jesus’ family ourselves.
Reflect
- Read the verses connected with this episode below. As you reflect on the Scripture, what stands out to you?
- What are some ways that Mary the mother of Jesus impacted His life?
- How did Joseph help Jesus grow up and fulfill God’s mission?
- What are some ways that Jesus’ siblings eventually supported His ministry?
- As a follower of Jesus, you are part of His family. What are some things you inherit as part of Jesus’ family?
Respond
(Use this prayer to start a conversation with God)
“Dear Jesus, help me to celebrate that I am part of Your family and help me understand the wonderful things I inherit from you. Amen.”
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