how to define favoritism
34 Peter began to speak: “Now I truly understand that God doesn’t show favoritism,
35 but in every nation the person who fears him and does what is right
is acceptable to him.
36 He sent the message to the Israelites,
proclaiming the good news of peace through Jesus Christ -
he is Lord of all.”
affirm salvation being offered to all who believe.
Explain that this session relates to Peter’s fifth sermon in Acts.
Key figures: Cornelius and Peter
Cornelius was a Roman centurion-an army officer-
living in the coastal city of Caesarea.
described as “devout” and a man who “feared God” (Acts 10:2).
Peter's vision of unclean animals on a sheet. Yet, a voice told Peter to “kill and eat” (10:13).
At first, Peter refused, God stated that whatever He called clean should never be considered unclean.
Briefly discuss favoritism and why God would consider it a sin.
The gospel of Jesus brings peace with God and with other believers.
Jesus is the Prince of Peace (Isa. 9:6), and
His kingdom brings peace and unity to earth
by reconciling all things to himself (Col. 1:20).
Jesus stands as Lord over every part of creation,
the specific meaning here is that He is Lord of every person:
Jews and Gentiles. No one is excluded from God’s salvation offer
It is available for all who believe.
Read Acts 10:34-35 aloud again.
Acts 10:34-35
Spend time praying Scripture using Acts 10:34-35. Read the verses, then respond to these questions:
Example: Thank God for being a personal God who values all people and wants all people to know Him. Ask Him to help you show that same desire as you interact with people of all backgrounds.
During the session, invite adults to pray this Scripture, as well.