Bible moment
The Bible moment
Luke 2:41–52 tells how twelve-year-old Jesus traveled with Mary and Joseph to Jerusalem for Passover. After the festival, Jesus remained in Jerusalem, but his parents did not know. Assuming he was with the traveling group, Mary and Joseph searched among relatives and acquaintances for one day. When they did not find him, they returned to Jerusalem. After three days, they found Jesus in the temple among the teachers, listening and asking questions. Those who heard him were amazed at his understanding and answers. Jesus spoke about being in his Father’s house or about his Father’s affairs, but Mary and Joseph did not understand his meaning at that time. He later returned to Nazareth with them, was obedient, and grew in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and people.
