The Holy Spirit: Our Helper
Understand how the Holy Spirit empowered the early disciples
Describe the events of Pentecost from Acts 2
Recognize the Holy Spirit's role in spreading the Gospel
“When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. Suddenly there came from the sky a sound like the rushing of a violent wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. Tongues like fire appeared and were distributed to them, and one sat on each of them. They were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and began to speak with other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability.”
— Acts 2:1-4 (WEB)Demonstrates God's supernatural empowerment through the Holy Spirit
Recap previous lesson about Jesus promising the Holy Spirit
Narrative exploration of Pentecost using BibleMouse storytelling approach
Create a visual representation of the Holy Spirit's arrival
Simpler: Pre-cut flame shapes for younger children
Challenge: Add Scripture verse to flame artwork
Recap key points about Pentecost
Thank God for sending the Holy Spirit to help us
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn more about what the Holy Spirit does
“But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”
— John 14:26 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Holy Spirit Wind Game: Children pass a balloon while reciting the verse, trying not to let it touch the ground
Pentecost occurred 50 days after Passover, marking the birth of the Christian church
Children might find supernatural events confusing
Child's curiosity and wonder about God's power