HERE
WELCOME TO WEEK 4
Have you ever lost something and been really sad about it? We all have lost something dear to us at some point. The disciples lost Jesus and they were sad, but they soon realized that Jesus was with them and would NEVER leave them. Jesus says the same thing to us to day. He is here, and will never leave us!
BIBLE STORY
Sometimes it’s hard to tell what we are looking at because we can’t see the full picture. Show the following pictures, but only show the first page. Using the first page, say, look at the pictures on this page. Can you tell me, what are each of these pictures? (If they need a little help getting started give them a clue that they are animals) After they have guessed say, was it a little hard to tell what each of the pictures were when you could only see a tiny portion? Some were harder than others. Today we will continue our story from this week. Jesus died on the cross but he rose again. The women found his tomb empty and the angels told them he had risen and to go tell the disciples. Jesus appeared to the disciples but he appeared to others as well. Listen or read the story and see how these men had a hard time seeing who they were talking to.
Materials: pictures of animals
Read or listen to the scripture Luke 24:13-35
What were the 2 men doing while walking down the road? (Talking about all the events that had just happened, Jesus’ death and resurrection)
Who started walking next to them? (Jesus)
Did they recognize Jesus and know it was him? (No, they were kept from recognizing him)
What did Jesus talk to them about? (he explained all the scriptures that spoke about his death and resurrection.)
When did the men recognize it was Jesus? (After Jesus prayed and blessed the food)
Materials: Computer to play video, Bible or online bible
BIBLE STORY ACTIVITY
Activity
Play a scavenger hunt using photos you take around the house. Take photos of several things around your house like a toy or other small items. Only take a picture of a small portion of the object without showing where you found it. You child will then find the objects by either taking a photo of the object or collecting the objects to bring to you. Switch places and have them photograph items for you to find.
Materials: Phone or device to take pictures, small objects to photograph around your house
Alternative:
Take a walk as a family. While on your walk talk about the stories of Jesus. Tell about how you have seen Jesus work in your life. Tell of a miracle Jesus has performed for you, big or small. Share stories of how you experienced God’s love and felt your heart changed and moved as you learned more about his love for you, just as the men experienced their hearts moved as Jesus spoke with them. Let your child share a story as well.
Create:
The men who were traveling from Jerusalem probably used a walking stick along their journey. Find a sturdy walking stick and then decorate it with stickers, glitter glue, or whatever craft items you have at home. Take your stick on your next family walk.
Materials: Walking stick you find outside, variety of crafting items: paper, scissors, glue, glitter, crayons, stickers, etc
Materials: printed coloring sheet, crayons, craft stick, glue
CRAFT 2
Coloring page.
Materials: printed coloring sheet
FOLLOW-UP
Why do you think Jesus came back to visit with his friends? (To help them understand more about God’s good plan)
Even though the 2 men didn’t recognize Jesus right away, how did they describe their hearts as they talked with Jesus? (they were burning within them)
Have you ever been so excited about something that you could feel your excitement on the insides? Maybe your stomach tingled, or your feet wanted to jump?
Have you ever maybe lost your parent or didn’t see them for awhile? How did you feel when you saw them again?
When Jesus appeared to the men, they were maybe confused by all the things that had happened with Jesus just days before, Jesus wanted them to know that He would always be there for them. Jesus will always be there for you too! He is there for you when you are scared, hurt, angry, disappointed or confused. Jesus wants to help us understand God’s good plan and how much he loves us.
Practical Application at Home
Think about the times when you’ve needed Jesus to be there with you. There are many things we can do to feel God with us and feel his comfort over us. Here are a list of things you could do. Tell a time when these things might be helpful. The first one is done for you.
Sing a song about Jesus’ love …………… If you feel all alone in bed
Say a prayer……………..
Read a bible story ……………..
Say a prayer for someone else………………
Write a note of encouragement………………
Look at the nature God created……………………..
Call on Jesus’ name for help……………
Help someone else in need………………..
Quote a memory verse…………………..
Additional Resources
Outings to Reinforce Lesson
Go to a park and spend time in worship and prayer. Ask God to show you ways to trust him and listen to his voice.