The Bread of Life
The miracle of multiplying five loaves to feed 5000 people symbolizes Jesus’ abundant Divine Love. People received “as much as they wanted” (John 6:11). How do we receive this abundance in our lives?
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Emanuel Swedenborg: Revelator 1747-1772
A top scientist of his day, Emanuel Swedenborg gave up his career to answer a call from God. His theological works are the basis of the New Church, a new Christianity.
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- Sarah B Odhner
- © General Church
Jesus Predicts His Departure
Jesus said, "I AM the light of the world." When is He the light of our world--when He teaches true ideas, or when we act on them?
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- John 8
- Sarah B Odhner
- © General Church
Lazarus Raised
Lazarus means "God is my help." He pictures a hope that trusts in and waits patiently for God but sometimes seems to sicken and die. In bringing Lazarus back to life Jesus showed His power over death itself.
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- John 11
- Sarah B Odhner
- © General Church
Jesus Washes the Disciples' Feet
In washing the disciples' feet Jesus showed His unconditional love for humankind. His example shows us leadership qualities to strive for.
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- John 13
- Sarah B Odhner
- © General Church
Resurrection and Glorification
When Jesus rose He left the tomb empty. Through overcoming temptations He had glorified His body, or made it Divine.
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- John 20
- Sarah B Odhner
- © General Church
Jesus Prays
Jesus finished His farewell speech with a three-part prayer; that He be united with the Father; that the disciples might be united with Him; and that all believers might be unified.
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- John 17
- Sarah B Odhner
- © General Church
Jesus' Final Words
After the crucifixion Jesus appeared to His disciples, offering reassurance of His continued presence and commissioning them to love and follow Him.
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- John 20
- © General Church
The Second Coming
While many anticipate the return of Jesus Christ to earth, the New Church teaches the Lord has already made His second coming in the teachings for the New Church.
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- Matthew 16, Revelation 22, Revelation 1
- © General Church
Woman at the Well
A woman met Jesus a well in Samaria and, after talking to Him, recognized Him as the promised Messiah. How is her journey for understanding the Word of God like our quest for meaning in the Bible?
- Sunday School Lesson
- Ages 11-17
- FaithBuilder Year 3
- John 4
- GCED staff
- © General Church