June 29, 2025

Series 1: Jesus Ministers through Us

Forgotten Bread

lesson 1.4

FOCUS VERSES

Mark 8:6–9

6 And he commanded the people to sit down on the ground: and he took the seven loaves, and gave thanks, and brake, and gave to his disciples to set before them; and they did set them before the people.

7 And they had a few small fishes: and he blessed, and commanded to set them also before them.

8 So they did eat, and were filled: and they took up of the broken meat that was left seven baskets.

9 And they that had eaten were about four thousand: and he sent them away.

LESSON TEXT

Mark 8:1–9, 14–21

TRUTH ABOUT GOD

Jesus shows compassion through the miracles He works.

TRUTH FOR MY LIFE

I will allow the miracles Jesus has worked to frame my faith for future miracles.

Thinking about Last Week:

Have students refer to their Daily Devotional Guide to answer the following questions:

1. What most affected you as you read through the Lesson Text and the Biblical Insights?

2. How did it shape your prayers and thoughts throughout the week?

3. Do you feel you grew closer to the Lord this past week? Why or why not?

TEACHING OUTLINE

Icebreaker: When you go on a trip, what is your packing routine? Do you use a list to make sure you don’t leave anything behind?

Lesson Connection: Share the Lesson Connection.

I. ANOTHER DAY, ANOTHER CROWD

A. The Disciples Seemed to Have Forgotten Jesus’ Earlier Miracle

B. Jesus Compassionately Fed the Multitude Again

C. I Will Remember the Miracles Jesus Has Worked for Me

» What are some ways to recall the miracles we have witnessed?

II. FORGETFUL FOLLOWERS

A. The Disciples Forgot to Bring Provisions

» How can one person’s response affect how others receive the message of Jesus?

» What is the most important item you left behind when you went on a trip?

B. The Disciples Did Not Understand Jesus’ Warning Concerning the Leaven of the Pharisees

» How do you feel when you realize the disciples didn’t “get it” much of the time?

C. Jesus Reminded Them of His Previous Miracles

» How does our understanding of Jesus’ identity affect our faith?

D. I Will Allow the Miracles Jesus Has Worked to Frame My Faith for Future Miracles