Jesus Took Our Place
Understand that sin requires punishment
Learn how Jesus paid the penalty for human sin
Develop gratitude for God's love and justice
“For all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God; being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God set forth to be an atoning sacrifice, through faith in his blood, to demonstrate his righteousness, because of the passing over of sins done before, in the forbearance of God, to demonstrate his righteousness at this present time, that he might himself be just, and the justifier of him who has faith in Jesus.”
— Romans 3:23-26 (WEB)Explains God's plan of redemption through Jesus' sacrificial death
In today's BibleMouse lesson, we'll explore why Jesus had to die. Remember how yesterday we learned about the great exchange?
God's justice requires that sin be punished. Just like breaking a family rule has consequences, breaking God's law requires a penalty.
Create a visual representation of Jesus taking our place
Simpler: Parent helps draw figures
Challenge: Add Bible verse around illustration
Review key lesson points about Jesus' sacrifice
Thank you, Jesus, for taking our place and showing us God's love
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore the empty tomb and what it means
“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.”
— Isaiah 53:5 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Red Dot Memory Verse Game: Write verse on whiteboard. Each time child recites a word correctly, they get to place a red dot. Goal is to cover entire verse with red dots by week's end.
Explain sacrifice in age-appropriate terms, focusing on love not fear
Understanding abstract concept of spiritual penalty
Child's growing understanding of grace and sacrifice