A catechism is a fancy word for a set of questions and answers about Bible doctrines. It is a simple, effective way to teach our children (and adults) the BIG truths of the gospel. Join us in 2025 as we jump into these questions and find out the truth that awaits us!
New City Catechism 2025
Week 19: May 12 – May 18
Question 19: Is there any way to escape punishment and be brought back into God’s favor? Yes, God reconciles us to himself by a Redeemer.
Isaiah 53:10–11
Yet it was the will of the Lord to crush him;
he has put him to grief;
when his soul makes an offering for guilt,
he shall see his offspring; he shall prolong his days;
the will of the Lord shall prosper in his hand.
Out of the anguish of his soul he shall see and be satisfied;
by his knowledge shall the righteous one, my servant,
make many to be accounted righteous,
and he shall bear their iniquities.
For the Parent’s Heart:
- Meditate on Isaiah 53, and all that Christ did in order to redeem you.
- What is one way you can demonstrate the act of redemption for your children?
- Read Galatians 4:4-6. How can these verses help you explain redemption to your children?
Ask Your Children:
- Have you ever lost something that was really special to you? How did you feel? What did you do to find it? What if you couldn’t find it?
- Let’s imagine that you were not able to find your special _______. You were very sad about it. But one day we went shopping at the local thrift store. While walking through the store you saw YOUR very special _______ right there on the shelf. What would you do? What if you didn’t have the money to buy it that day? Would you do extra chores or find jobs that could help you buy back your special _______? Of course you would!
- God loves his people so much that He gave His one and only Son to die in our place in order to redeem us from sin and death. Let’s thank God for sending Jesus!
Reminders:
- Be sure to check out the playlists below or in the app for helpful songs that your family can listen to for help memorizing these questions and answers.
- How can you incorporate this question into your normal daily routine? Post it on a mirror in the bathroom, in the kitchen, or in the car where everyone can see it.
- Bedtime is a great opportunity to review this question and have discussions about it. If you have trouble remembering, set a reminder on your phone or ask your child to remind you to review this week’s question.
Find the Catechism
There are many ways for your family to keep up with New City Catechism throughout the year.
FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM
We have an Instagram account for our children’s ministry! Each week, Pastor Jason will post encouragement and discussion points for that week’s question.
LISTEN TO THE SONGS
The Gospel Coalition has released songs to go with each catechism question. You can find them on both Spotify and Apple Music.