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Jesus appears to his disciples after rising from the dead, teaching them to spread his story to every nation. It starts with one person telling another, just like a row of dominoes. Our role is to "each one reach one," sharing the good news of Jesus' resurrection and lordship. Luke 24:46-47 reminds us to preach repentance and remission of sins in Jesus' name to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem.
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Jesus calls us to be witnesses, telling others about what He's done for us, just like the disciples. He showed them His hands and feet, proving He's not a ghost, and explained the Scriptures about His suffering, death, and resurrection. We're called to testify about Jesus, sharing how He's changed our lives, without fear. Luke 24:46-48.
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Jesus appeared to his disciples, but they were afraid and doubted, thinking they saw a ghost. Jesus showed them his physical body and ate with them, then opened their minds to understand the Scriptures, teaching that the Messiah would suffer, die, and rise again for forgiveness of sins. We pray for open minds, hearts, and lips to share the Good News. (Luke 24:45-47)
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Jesus Appears to the Disciples. After Jesus' death, His disciples were afraid and thought He was a ghost when He appeared to them, saying "Peace be with you." Jesus showed them His physical body, eating fish to prove He was alive. The disciples, filled with joy, spread the news of Jesus' resurrection worldwide. We too are called to be witnesses for Jesus, sharing the good news that He is alive (Luke 24:36b-48).
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Jesus is the good shepherd, who loves and protects His sheep, us. He gave His life for us and knows us intimately. In contrast, the wolf, representing God's enemy, tries to harm us. We can trust Jesus to protect us, just like the three little pigs outsmarted the big bad wolf. John 10:11.
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The shepherd cares for his sheep, guiding and protecting them. Our pastor, like a shepherd, cares for us using the Bible as a guide. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, knows and loves us, laying down his life for us. We are thankful for Jesus and our pastor, who helps care for God's sheep. Scripture: John 10:14-15, "I am the good shepherd...I lay down my life for the sheep."
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Jesus is the Good Shepherd, who lays down his life for his sheep, unlike the hired hand who runs away from the wolf. Through the story of the three little pigs, we learn that Jesus knows and loves us, and will protect us from Satan's harm. We can trust in Him and say, "Who's afraid of the big, bad wolf?" John 10:11.
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Jesus is the vine, and we are the branches, dependent on Him for life and growth. Without Him, we wither and die, producing no fruit. If we remain connected to Jesus, we'll flourish, bearing beautiful leaves and fruit. Remember, apart from Jesus, we can do nothing (John 15:5).
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Jesus teaches that He is the vine and we are the branches, reminding us to stay connected to Him to produce good fruit like kindness, generosity, and faithfulness. Just as a lamp needs to be plugged in to shine, we need Jesus to bear fruit. John 15:1-8 emphasizes the importance of remaining in Jesus to live a fruitful life that honors God.
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Jesus teaches that He is the vine and we are the branches, emphasizing the importance of staying connected to Him to produce good fruit in our lives, such as kindness, gentleness, and generosity. Apart from Jesus, we can do nothing. John 15:5 reminds us to remain in Him to produce much fruit.
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We are to love others as Jesus loves us, without leaving anyone out. Just like a bag of suckers with different flavors, we are all unique and special. Jesus reminds us to "Love each other as I have loved you" (John 15:9-17). We should include everyone, not choosing favorites, and remember Jesus is always with us. Through activities and discussion, we'll learn to love others like Jesus loves us, embracing our differences and promoting inclusivity.
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Lottie Moon, a missionary, showed Jesus' love to Chinese children by baking cookies, teaching them to read, and sharing Bible stories. Jesus taught, "Love one another as I have loved you" (John 15:12). We can show love like Lottie by being kind to others, helping those in need, and being a friend. God wants us to be missionaries where we live, spreading Jesus' love to those around us.
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Jesus' love fills our hearts with joy, even on sad days. We discussed things that make us happy and sad, and learned that Jesus wants us to be happy. In John 15:9-11, Jesus says He loves us and wants our joy to overflow. We can have joy in our hearts because Jesus loves us, even when bad things happen.
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Jesus prays for His disciples, asking God to protect and keep them safe. Life can be like navigating a maze, with difficult choices and potential dead ends. But with the Bible and prayer as guides, we can trust God to lead us safely through. Jesus' prayer in John 17:6-19 reminds us that we are never lost with God's guidance and protection.
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Jesus prayed for his disciples, wanting them to remain faithful to God and share His love with others. He prayed they would be one, protected from evil, and made holy by God's Word. This prayer is for us too, as Jesus prays we remain faithful to His teaching, showing God's love to the world. (John 17:9)
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On the day of Pentecost, God sent His Holy Spirit to be with His people, like a mighty, rushing wind. The Holy Spirit helped believers share God's message of love by speaking other languages. Today, the Holy Spirit lives in us, guiding and comforting us. Acts 2:1-21. This lesson teaches kids about the importance of the Holy Spirit, using windsocks and a fan to illustrate the concept, and includes activities such as coloring, word searches, and group discussions.
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On Pentecost Sunday, God sent the Holy Spirit to Jesus' followers, filling them with power and enabling them to speak in other languages. The Spirit still guides, comforts, and teaches us today. Acts 2:1-4. Celebrate God's gift by waving streamers, symbolizing the fire of Pentecost, and singing "I've Got the Holy Spirit Down In My Heart."
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Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath, and He showed that the Sabbath was made for people, not people for the Sabbath. He healed a man with a deformed hand on the Sabbath, challenging the Pharisees' strict laws. Jesus taught that doing good on the Sabbath is lawful, and we should follow His example in loving and caring for others. Mark 3:4.
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We are part of God's family, bound together by love for Him and each other. Jesus taught that whoever does God's will is His brother, sister, and mother. We have a wonderful family of faith, loving God and one another. Mark 3:33-35 reminds us that our spiritual family is just as important as our earthly one, and we should cherish both.
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Adam and Eve's temptation in the Garden of Eden teaches us about making right choices. God wants us to do the right thing and helps us with that power. When tempted, we can resist like Adam and Eve should have. We can learn from their mistake and choose to obey God. Remember, God is always there to help us make good choices. (Genesis 3:8-15)
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Family is important, both our earthly family and our spiritual family. When we put our faith in Jesus, we become part of God's family, the church. We should love and care for one another, just like our earthly family. We can show love by praying, feeding, giving, comforting, and being friends. Mark 3:34-35 reminds us that whoever does God's will is our brother and sister and mother.
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Meet Johnny Appleseed, a kind and gentle man who spread joy by planting apple seeds everywhere. Jesus teaches us that the kingdom of God grows like a seed, taking root and growing without us knowing how. We can plant seeds of faith in Jesus Christ, just like Johnny Appleseed planted apple seeds, and watch the kingdom of God grow. Mark 4:26-27.
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Jesus taught about the kingdom of God using the parable of the mustard seed, which grows from tiny to large, providing shade for birds. Similarly, God's kingdom grew from a small group of disciples to spread across the earth. As followers of Jesus, we are part of God's kingdom and can help it grow by sharing His love with others. (Mark 4:30-32)
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Jesus taught about the Kingdom of God using parables, relatable stories that help people understand complex ideas. In the Parable of the Mustard Seed, Jesus showed how the Kingdom started small but grew to cover the earth. We can be part of this growth by sharing Jesus with others, no matter how small we feel. Mark 4:33-34 reminds us that Jesus taught in parables to help people understand.
