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Don't Skip This

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A one-off message on Matthew 1:1–17, looking at the genealogy of Jesus, the promised Messiah, and how God uses messy stories.

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Don’t Skip This is a one-off lesson that helps wrestle with why Matthew 1:1–17 is far more than a list of names. What many students are tempted to skip becomes a powerful window into God’s faithfulness, Jesus’ identity, and the surprising way God works through broken, ordinary people. This resource invites students to slow down, lean in, and see that even the parts of Scripture they might overlook are filled with meaning and hope.  

This lesson meets students right where they often feel disqualified, unseen, or unsure of their place in God’s story. By tracing the messy, surprising names in Jesus’ genealogy, students are reminded that God’s plan has always included imperfect people, outsiders, and stories marked by failure and redemption. It helps students wrestle with identity, belonging, and trust, while showing them that their lives are not too broken, too small, or too messy for God to use.

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This Resource Includes:

  • Complete message manuscript (Word file)
  • PowerPoint presentation file
  • Small group guide (Word file)
  • Parent email (Equipping them with the lesson and next steps) (Word file)
  • Title, content, and social graphics (jpeg files)
  • Deeper dive toolbox with follow-up resources (Word file)

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About this Product
• There are several hard names to pronounce in this passage. I would recommend asking an adult or leader to read. This prevents an eager student from growing discouraged. • Use the “Deeper Dive Toolbox” to keep the message alive beyond your main teaching.
Jon Ciotta

Jon Ciotta

My name is Jon Ciotta, and I serve as the Pastor of Family Ministry at South Ridge Community Church.