And thats when it is that were introduced to the tragic story of this couple. After the lame man was cured, peter and john were arrested for preaching in the name of jesus. And this is the lesson of ananias that i have applied to my life. The true story of ananias and sapphiras lie, is one of the most unsettling in the bible. What is the lesson for us in the biblical story of ananias and sapphira. His only thought was the need of other christians and the glory of god. Can your kids spot the difference between these two ananias and sapphira illustrations. Acts is the book that reveals the power of the church. Acts 5 ananias and sapphira kids spot the difference. Studying the book of acts in small group discussions lesson 11 ananias and sapphira acts 5. The only difference is, his action is motivated by a completely different spirit than that of barnabas. The story of ananias and sapphira in the bible takes place in acts 5. For suggested ways to teach the scripture accounts, see teaching from the scriptures, p. Acts 5 ananias and sapphira sunday school lessons for kids.
The first segment of acts 5 paints a different picture. In this reference to the event here in acts 5, i want to take us in these four directions of application. If ananias and sapphira were actually heavenbound, it shows that god was beautiful and gracious enough to not deny them salvation even for a grievous sin. I believe that their deaths serve as a warning to the church today, and that god has a lot to teach usif we are willing to hear. Acts 5 easytoread version erv ananias and sapphira. Ananias and sapphira ananias, sapphira, bible lessons. Featuring colorful artwork this ananias and sapphira activity is perfect for your upcoming acts 5 sunday school lesson. Ananias and sapphira acts 45 sunday school lesson resource. Acts 5 the death of ananias and sapphira reading acts. But a certain man named ananias, with sapphira his wife, sold a possession acts 5. We need to be clear on the exact nature of the sin of ananias and sapphira.
Study 7 seven lessons for christian workers study 8 getting. Point out that one of the ways we become like jesus is to learn to speak the truth and to be honest in all we do. The high priest told them to stop preaching, but peter and john told him that they could not stop telling people about all the things they had seen and heard. The story of ananias and sapphira in acts 5 lets us know that despite the explosion of growth in the early church, they had moments of weakness, even gross sin. But a certain man named ananias, with sapphira his wife, sold a possession. Because we are all prone to the deadly sin of hypocrisy, we should diligently pursue godly character.
They sold some land and they both decided to keep some of the money for themselves and give the rest to peter to help the poor. When you plants seeds, do you know what plants will come up. The first ananias is featured in a dramatic episode that took place in the early jerusalem church. In this book, the principles of the exchanged life. First of all, lets clear up your summary see niv text of the bible story at the end of. The only difference is, his action is motivated by a. Jesus had come, died, risen, and ascended into heaven. Just as the bible records the appealing and pleasant stuff, it also reveals instances in which children of god acted. With that background in mind, lets take a look at what we can learn from ananias and sapphiras deaths. Ananias and sapphira object lesson acts 5 futureflyingsaucers. There are many warnings in the bible about rejecting. Ananias and sapphira were killed both as an example and as an act of protection. What are some lessons we can learn from the action of barnabas.
As told at the beginning of acts chapter 5 ananias and sapphira, following barnabas example, also sold their land but secretly withheld a portion of the proceeds. Therefore, when a church begins to dwindle, lose its power, and turn dull and drab in its witness, it needs desperately to get back into the spirit, expectation, knowledge and teaching of the book of acts. Their deed would surely have made an irresistible star lead story. Ananias and sapphira saw it and longed for it, and that is where their trouble began. This commentary on acts 5 treats the sin of ananias and sapphira, as well as the second attempt of the sanhedrin to stop the church. Some people worship god to make a show and receive the praises of. Teach the children the accounts of barnabas and ananias and sapphira from acts 4. The apostles didnt roll into town and demand everyone sell off everything and give them the money. I hope that you have found the lessons to be beneficial. In the middle panel on the right, draw a picture of peter talking to sapphira.
First of all, lets clear up your summary see niv text of the bible story at the end of my answer. Though luke has not given us all the details, there is no question that the fundamental problem of ananias and sapphira was not the attempt to keep the money but the practice of deceit within the community. In this sharefaith kids sunday school lesson, we learn about ananias and sapphira. The holy spirit had arrived to the disciples with the sound of a. Ananias and sapphira thought they could impress peter by giving money too. However, i do believe god gave this extreme punishment to ananias and sapphira as a lesson for those to learn during that time, during this day and age, and for future generations. As the narrative in acts 5 goes, ananias and his wife, sapphira, sold a parcel of. Together, they lied to the church about their offering. Embezzlement acts 45 object lesson futureflyingsaucers. After they saw the great generosity of barnabas and how well he was respected acts 4. Ananias and sapphira may have claimed to be christians and called jesus lord, but jesus said, not everyone who says to me, lord, lord, shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who. They sold some land and they both decided to keep some of the money for themselves and give the rest to peter. The book of acts, as it is known, is primarily a history book showing.
Unless otherwise indicated, individuals may post material from the gospel media portion of this site to another website or on a computer network for their own personal, noncommercial use. Ananias and sapphira were killed, not because they didnt give the whole price of their property, but because they lied. A common name among jews, ananias is the greek form of the hebrew name hananiah and means yahweh has been gracious. The beauty and graciousness of god was seen in the continued blessing of god upon the church. It is especially a danger when a church is experiencing gods blessing and power. Small acts of obedience that are premised on the word of god, even when they seem contrary to reason, and even when they seem to challenge what seems so plain, can have great significance. This pastor, who is a gifted teacher with many good things to say, claims that in acts 5, it is very clearly stated that ananias and sapphira were not believers, and for him, the lesson we learn from this passage of scripture is that god will judge those who try to hurt the church, which is very consoling for him. Ananias small act of obedience led to a great harvest for the kingdom. As we argued in our lesson on acts 1, luke probably wrote the book of acts to assist in pauls defense before the authorities in rome. The offering sent by barnabas and saul to the jerusalem elders. Let us consider some lessons from this memorable historical account. The holy spirit had arrived to the disciples with the sound of a great wind. Lukethe spiritinspired historian who wrote the book of actstells us in acts 5.
Ananias and sapphira kept a portion of the money for themselves, but they. There was no trace of fleshly pride in it whatsoever. The new testament book of acts recounts the aweinspiring story of a duo whose punishment for their sin couldnt have been more swift and sure. Three men by the name of ananias appear in the bible, and each plays a role in the new testament book of acts. The holy spirit could have dealt him the same fate as ananias and sapphira but instead he was being extended grace for gods purpose. The apostles heal many introduction of luke jesus taken up into heaven matthias chosen to replace judas the holy spirit comes at pentecost. Ananias and sapphira acts of the apostles chapter 5 the bible baptist church of deland sunday school lesson may 28, 2017 by louis taylor we will be reading from the the acts of the apostles in the new testament of our lord and saviour jesus christ. Acts 5 ananias and sapphira bible video for kids sharefaith. Being that this was one of the first acts of complete flesh during the formation of the church god wanted everyone to know it was not allowed within his kingdom. The story of ananias and sapphira is found in acts 5, and it is a sad story, indeed. So knit together were the hearts of the people that they held all their possessions loosely and willingly shared them with one another, not because they were coerced but because they loved one another.
Ananias sold some land he had, 2 but he gave only part of the money to the apostles. Published on may 15, 2015 ananias and sapphira chose to lie to god and his church, and they died as a result. Sunday school lessons sunday school crafts lessons for kids bible lessons acts bible childrens bible ananias and sapphira the last lesson new testament bible cathys corner. Ananias and sapphira bible story summary in the early christian church in jerusalem, the believers were so close they sold their excess land or possessions and donated the money so no one would go hungry. Write ananias, why did you lie and keep back part of the price of the land. Ananias, moved by what he has just seen barnabas do, decides along with this wife, to do the same thing. Study guide for acts 5 by david guzik blue letter bible. It is not surprising that after gods judgment fell on ananias and sapphira. The focus of this story is the survival of the church and any attempt to create an application regarding gods ability and capacity to forgive would be a misuse of the text. What is the lesson for us in the biblical story of ananias. Based on the account given by luke it is clear, ananias and sapphira were in agreement.
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