How did Jesus say we are to love our neighbours?
As ourselves.
Why do you think the priest and Levites passed by the man in need.
Could be many excuses. They didn't care.
Do you think the teacher of the Law really wanted to know who his neighbour was? BONUS +400: Why or Why not?
No. BONUS +400: He would rather treat Jesus' command as a debate than obeying it personally/ He wanted to limit the obedience.
What did Jesus say we must do to have eternal life?
Love the Lord with all our heart, soul, strength, mind. Love your neighbour as yourself.
Which 2 people passed by the man in need?
A priest and a Levite.
Describe fully how the Samaritan helped the person in need. BONUS +400: What does this reflect?
He went over to him, bandaged his wounds, put him on his animal, took care of him in the inn, paid the innkeeper 2 silver coins to look after him. BONUS: He cared enough to personally sacrifice his time, $, effort.
In the end, who helped the person in need? BONUS +400: Why did Jesus choose this person in His story?
A Samaritan. BONUS: Samaritans were looked down upon & hated. Everyone is our neighbour, even those considered different or an enemy.
Who is your neighbour? Give me an example that illustrates the principles.
Everyone who is in need, includes people you don't know or even dislike. Example.