Sodom and Gomorrah
Sodom and Gomorrah
Learning objective
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Sodom and Gomorrah
Learning objective
The cities of Sodom and Gomorrah were described as wealthy and beautiful but also corrupt.
Why do you think having wealth and comfort can sometimes cause people or societies to forget about justice, kindness, or God?
The story says the people ignored the poor and the vulnerable.
Why do you think caring for others is such an important value in faith and in society?
Abraham asked God if the righteous should be destroyed along with the wicked.
What does this conversation tell us about Abraham’s character and his relationship with God?
God was willing to spare the entire city if even a small number of righteous people were found.
What does this suggest about God’s justice and mercy?
Lot chose to live in Sodom even though the city had a reputation for wickedness.
Why do you think people sometimes choose comfort or success even when they know an environment may not be good for them?
Lot’s wife looked back at the city even after being warned not to.
Why do you think it can be difficult for people to leave behind things that may not be good for them?
The story shows both judgment and mercy.
Why do you think stories in the Bible often include both of these themes?
The video suggests that sometimes following faith can feel different from what most people are doing.
Why can it be hard for people—especially teenagers—to stand out or go against the crowd?
Think about Abraham’s role in the story.
How can one person’s actions or prayers make a difference for others?
What do you think the main message or lesson of this story is for people today?
