Bible moment
The Bible moment
Genesis 19:1–3 describes two angels arriving at Sodom. Lot is sitting at the city gate when he sees them, recognizes them, bows, and urges them to stay at his house. He brings them into his home and prepares a meal for them. This scene follows Abraham’s conversation with the LORD about the coming judgment of Sodom and Gomorrah. The passage identifies the visitors simply as two angels; it does not give them names. This page focuses only on their arrival and Lot’s welcome, not on the later events at the house or the destruction of the cities.
Look closely
What children can notice
At Sodom’s city gate, Lot recognizes two angels, bows, and welcomes them. The angels can be visually distinct through clothing, posture, or wing treatment while remaining respectful. Lot may gesture toward his house as he invites them to stay and prepares a simple meal.
Talk together
Talk about it
- How did Lot welcome the two angels?
- Why is it important to listen to a serious warning?
For families, church, and class
Use this page
Use this page with Genesis 19:1–3 when teaching the story of Lot’s rescue. Invite children to notice the city gate, Lot’s welcome, and the simple meal. Explain that the larger story includes serious judgment, but keep this page focused on the angels’ arrival and Lot’s hospitality. It works well for family reading, Sunday school, classroom discussion, or homeschool lessons.
Source note
From this passage
Genesis 19:1–3 · Sodom and Gomorrah
At Sodom’s city gate, Lot recognizes two angels, bows, and welcomes them. The angels can be visually distinct through clothing, posture, or wing treatment while remaining respectful. Lot may gesture toward his house as he invites them to stay and prepares a simple meal.
