Bible verses for children
God does not favour one people group.
Acts 10:34
Peter opened his mouth and said, “Truly I perceive that God doesn’t show favoritism;
Acts 10:34 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Peter recognises that God’s welcome is not limited by nationality. People he once treated as outsiders are being included. Learning can require changing a prejudice, even for an experienced leader.
Notice whether your group welcomes people from different backgrounds equally.
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What assumption about an outsider might need changing?
An example from the Bible
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Peter and Cornelius
Acts 10:1–11:18
God brought Peter and Cornelius together and showed that the good news of Jesus was for Gentiles too.
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Bible context & readings +
Acts 10 tells of Peter visiting Cornelius after visions and invitations. Verse 34 begins his recognition of God’s impartiality, followed by the message about Jesus and the Spirit’s gift to Gentiles.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us recognise and set aside prejudice. Amen.
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