Taxes

Youth Ministry Lesson on Matthew 22:15-22: Navigating Our Responsibilities

As teenagers, it can sometimes be challenging to connect our faith with real-life situations. One topic that is not often discussed in church settings but is relevant to our lives is taxes. Taxes are a part of our everyday world, and they can raise questions about our faith and how we navigate our responsibilities as citizens. In today’s Sunday school lesson, we will explore Matthew 22:15-22 and understand what Jesus teaches us about faith and taxes. Bible Reading 1: Matthew 22:15-17 “Then the Pharisees went and plotted how to entangle him in his talk. And they sent their disciples to him, along with the Herodians, saying, ‘Teacher, we know that you are true and teach the way of God truthfully, … Read more

Youth Ministry Lesson on Matthew 22:15-22 Navigating Faith and Politics

As teenagers, you are at a crucial stage in your lives where you are beginning to form your own beliefs and opinions. It’s important to understand how your faith intersects with the world around you, including the realm of politics. The Bible provides guidance on this topic, and in today’s lesson, we will explore Matthew 22:15-22 to gain insight into how Jesus approached the relationship between faith and politics. Bible Reading: Matthew 22:15-22 Read Matthew 22:15-22 together as a group: “Then the Pharisees went out and laid plans to trap him in his words. They sent their disciples to him along with the Herodians. ‘Teacher,’ they said, ‘we know that you are a man of integrity and that you teach … Read more