Sunday School Lesson: Preparing the Way – John the Baptist’s Mission Matthew 3
Introduction: Why This Matters Matthew 3 introduces us to John the Baptist, a bold prophet who calls people to turn back to God and prepare for Jesus. His message is direct, but full of urgency and purpose. This chapter reminds us that real faith involves repentance, humility, and readiness to follow Jesus. 1. Bible Reading: Matthew 3:1–6 “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near. This is he who was spoken of through the prophet Isaiah: ‘A voice of one calling in the wilderness, “Prepare the way for the Lord.”’” Explanation For Teenagers John’s mission was to get people ready for Jesus—not just with words, but by changing their hearts. Repentance means turning from sin and turning toward God—it’s … Read more