MenuThe story summary and questions were written in a way that makes it possible to use a New Testament reference in place of the Urantia reference. A selected chapter from a 1932 book, titled Treasure-House of the Living Religions, supports a spiritual theme that is found within the story. Children will use a one page handout that includes a coloring picture.
Paper 144:8
The Urantia Book
Students may read Paper 144:8.1-3 or entire section
Sometime after Jesus’ baptism, John was arrested and put into prison. Herod did this because John dared to criticize him. While he was alone in prison, John thought about Jesus. He sent messengers to Jesus asking, “Are you the one we’ve been expecting, or shall we look for another?” Jesus told the messengers to report what they had seen and heard, and also that “the poor have good tidings preached to them.” John remained in prison until he was put to death by Herod.
Discussion Questions
Why do you think John sent messengers to ask Jesus that question? John was a great man of faith. But even he needed reassurance when he was tempted to doubt. How does it help us to know that John struggled with doubt?
Put thou thy trust in God;
for, God loveth those who put their trust in Him.
If God help you, none shall overcome you.
In God then let the faithful trust. (Islam)
[Saith the Lord:]
"Be thou faithful unto death;
and I will give thee a crown of life." (Christianity)
