Why Being Good Is Not Enough

Question 1

A young man ran up to Jesus and asked, 'Teacher, what good deed must I do to have eternal life?'

Matthew 19:16

Why do you think he asked about doing a good deed? Write or draw your answer below.

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Question 2

Jesus showed the man that being good is not good enough. We need to be perfect! That is why Jesus came to live and die for us.

Romans 3:23 says, 'All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.'

How does Jesus give us His perfect goodness as a free gift? Draw or write your answer.

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Question 3

The sermon said we should stop trying to earn God's love and trust Jesus alone. He gives us His righteousness by grace through faith.

Romans 3:22 says, 'The righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe.'

What is one way you can trust Jesus this week instead of trusting your own goodness?

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Activity: Draw Your Treasure

We sang that Jesus is our 'Priceless Treasure.' Draw a picture showing why Jesus is better than any treasure because He gives us His perfect goodness.

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