Sunday School Lesson: What Comes from the Heart – True Purity Matthew 15
Introduction: Why This Matters Matthew 15 shows Jesus challenging the idea that following God is about looking clean on the outside. He explains that real purity comes from what’s in our hearts—not just how we act or what rules we follow. This lesson reminds us that God cares about who we are, not just what we do. 1. Bible Reading: Matthew 15:1–11 “Jesus called the crowd to him and said, ‘Listen and understand. What goes into someone’s mouth does not defile them, but what comes out of their mouth, that is what defiles them.’” Explanation For Teenagers The Pharisees cared more about appearances than their hearts. Jesus teaches that our words and actions reveal what’s really inside us. God wants … Read more