Jesus Saves Us to Follow Him (Matthew 27-28; Mark 15-16; Luke 23-24; John 12)

Easter Bonus Session 2

Dear families,

Happy Easter! Today, we celebrate the most important event in history: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. While the Friday before was filled with the sadness of the cross, Sunday brought the miraculous news that changed everything—the tomb is empty, and Jesus is alive!

The resurrection reveals the astounding nature of God’s mercy and grace. It shows us that no one is too far lost to receive God’s forgiveness. When Jesus rose from the dead on the third day, He proved His power over sin and death, making a way for us to be reunited with God through faith.

As the angel told the women at the tomb, “Don’t be afraid! Jesus is alive!” This joy wasn’t just for them; it’s for us today. Because Jesus lives, we can have new life in Him. Everyone who repents and trusts in Jesus is welcomed into God’s family forever.

As you celebrate today, remind your children that Jesus didn’t just die for us—He rose again to lead us. We don’t just worship a historical figure; we follow a living Savior!

FAMILY TALKING POINTS

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Jesus came to earth to rescue sinners by dying on the cross. Jesus rose from the dead and is alive! Everyone who repents and trusts in Jesus is His follower and is welcomed into God’s family forever.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

  • Who is Jesus? Jesus is the Son of God who came to earth to save us.

KEY PASSAGE

  • “For God loved the world in this way: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

Next week: The Northern Kingdom Was Destroyed (2 Kings 17)

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