Jesus' Words from the Cross
Understand that Jesus completed His mission to save people from sin
Recognize the significance of Jesus' final words on the cross
Develop gratitude for God's plan of salvation
“After this, Jesus, knowing that all things were now finished, that the Scripture might be fulfilled, said, 'I am thirsty.' A vessel full of vinegar was set there, so they put a sponge full of the vinegar on hyssop, and held it to his mouth. When Jesus had received the vinegar, he said, 'It is finished.' And he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.”
— John 19:28-30 (WEB)Demonstrates Jesus' intentional completion of God's redemption plan
In today's BibleMouse lesson, we'll explore Jesus' powerful words 'It is finished!'
Jesus knew He had completed everything God asked Him to do
Create a cross showing Jesus' completed mission
Simpler: Use BibleMouse coloring page
Challenge: Write a short prayer about Jesus' sacrifice
Review key lesson points
Thank You, Jesus, for finishing the work to save us
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about the temple curtain tearing
“Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”
— Luke 23:34 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Word Hop: Write each word on a separate paper. Spread papers on floor. Child hops from word to word while reciting verse
Jesus' declaration 'It is finished' signifies the complete atonement for human sin
Abstract concept of salvation may be challenging
Child's emotional response and comprehension