What is the most important lesson Jesus taught during the Last Supper?
At the Last Supper, Jesus shared bread and wine with His disciples. He taught them to love one another and serve others. He asked them to remember His sacrifice, and to continue His work.
The Last Supper & Jesus' Final Teachings
At the Last Supper, Jesus washed the feet of the Apostles, a gesture of humility and service that was unheard of in the Jewish culture of the time. During the Last Supper, Jesus gave his disciples a new commandment to love each other as he had loved them. Jesus's last words at the Last Supper were a prayer for his disciples to be one just as he and the Father were one.
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The Holy Spirit is God's presence with us. (John 14:16) The Holy Spirit guides us and gives us the power to do God's will. (John 14:26) The Holy Spirit helps us understand God's truth. (John 16:13)
The Holy Spirit in John 14-16
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What were some of the main teachings of Jesus during the Last Supper?
Why do you think Jesus chose the Last Supper as the time to give his disciples these teachings?
How can you apply one of Jesus' teachings to your life?
What is the importance of Jesus' teachings to you personally?
Brain break: Draw a tree with hair and a mustache.
Question: What were the final teachings of Jesus during the Last Supper? Clues: • Read the Bible to find the story of the Last Supper. • Think about the messages Jesus was conveying. • Research other interpretations of the Last Supper. In pairs: Select and solve one of the tasks: A. Work in pairs to draw a scene of the Last Supper. B. Write a short essay about the implications of Jesus' teachings.
What did Jesus say was the greatest commandment?
- To love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength
- To give to the poor
- To obey the Ten Commandments
What did Jesus wash during the Last Supper?
- The disciples' feet
- The dishes
- His own hands
'This is my body, which is given for you; do this in remembrance of me.' - What was Jesus referring to when he said this?
- The bread that he broke and shared with his disciples
- A new commandment that he gave them
- A prophecy about his death and resurrection
Which disciple betrayed Jesus according to his prediction during the Last Supper?
According to Jesus’ final teachings, what would be a sign of true love for him?
- Obeying his commands
- Singing praises in church
- Giving money to charity
In Jesus' final teachings, what would be the mark that showed other people we are Jesus' disciples?
- Our love for one another
- How often we go to church
- If I say I am a Christian
Work together in pairs: What was the primary message Jesus wanted to leave with his disciples during the Last Supper?