Virtuous Woman - IntegritySample

Generosity

Character Goal: Generosity is readiness or liberality in giving for the purpose of God’s glory

Biblical Character: Mary, Mother of Jesus

Scripture Readings: Luke 2:1-19, 22, 25-30, 33-35; John 19:25-30; Isaiah 9:6

Discussion Questions

• Who is Mary pregnant with? From the discussion from the last lesson, what does Mary know about Jesus?
• How do you think Mary feels about this chosen Child of hers? She loves and cherishes Him
• What precious possessions do you have? Why do they mean so much to you?
• Who was Jesus physically born to? Who does the angel say Jesus was born to? Who is this good news for & why?
• What three titles does the angel use to refer to Jesus? What do you think each of these titles means?
• What did the shepherds do after they came and saw Jesus for themselves? What does this teach us about the “good news” of Christ?
• After Joseph and Mary bring Jesus into the temple, what did Simeon say about the child? About Mary?
• Who was at the cross when Jesus was crucified? Describe how you think she felt.
• How does Jesus ensure she will be taken care of after He dies? What does this tell us about Jesus?
• What did it cost God to send Jesus into the world to save sinners? Mary? Jesus? How does this display generosity?
• Read the last section of the verses. Who is the “Us” referring to? How did God provide for our salvation? Have you responded to God’s generous gift of His one and only Son to you?
• From Isaiah 9:6, what names were given that describe the Son? What can these names mean to you personally?
• What does this story teach us about God? Women? Being a good teammate?

Training for Godliness:

Mary had to give up her son to death so that she and those who believe could be saved. As a coach or athlete, what might you have to sacrifice for the good of others? Your team?

• What is one thing I learned from this story that I can apply to my life before the next lesson?

Core Truths:

• We can be generous towards others because God has been generous to us.
• The blessings we receive from God for our generosity will outweigh the personal sacrifices we make.
• We may have to sacrifice things that are precious to us for the good of others

Memory Verse:

Proverbs 31:15 - "She rises while it is still night and provides food for her household and portions for her female servants."