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The Last Supper

Mark: Jesus' Final Week

Day 68of 180
Week 14of 36
30Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Understand the significance of the Last Supper in Jesus' ministry

2

Identify the key events and meaning of the new covenant

3

Develop compassion for Jesus' sacrifice

📖 Scripture Connection

Mark 14:22-24

“As they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had blessed it, he broke it and gave it to them, and said, 'Take it. This is my body.' He took a cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them. They all drank from it. He said to them, 'This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many.'”

— Mark 14:22-24 (WEB)

Reveals Jesus' ultimate sacrifice and the establishment of the new covenant

📦 Materials Needed

  • Bible (World English Bible)
  • Notebook
  • Colored pencils
  • BibleMouse Resource Guide
  • Simple bread ingredients
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (5 min)

BibleMouse timeline review of Jesus' journey to Jerusalem

💭 Review Question: What important events have happened in Jesus' life this week?
2Teaching (10 min)

Exploring the Last Supper and its deep spiritual meaning

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Jesus knew this was His final meal with disciples
  • He established a new way of remembering His sacrifice
  • The disciples didn't fully understand what was happening
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Why do you think Jesus chose to share this special meal?
  • What does the bread and wine symbolize?
3Activity: Passover Bread Making (10 min)
hands-on learning

Create simple unleavened bread to connect with Passover context

📝 Instructions:
  1. Mix flour, water, and salt
  2. Knead the dough briefly
  3. Flatten and bake on a skillet
  4. Discuss how this bread is similar to what Jesus would have eaten
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use pre-made flatbread

Challenge: Research historical Passover bread-making techniques

4Closing (5 min)

Reflection on Jesus' love and sacrifice

📝 Review Questions:
  • What did Jesus do during this special meal?
  • How does Jesus show His love for His disciples?
🙏 Prayer:

Thank You, Jesus, for Your incredible love and sacrifice

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about Jesus' betrayal

💎 Memory Verse

Mark 1:15

“The time has come. The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!”

— Mark 1:15 (WEB)

🎯 Activity: Last Supper Memory Verse Puzzle - Write each word of the verse on a separate paper 'bread slice', mix up, and have child reassemble in correct order

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

The Last Supper marks the institution of communion and represents God's new covenant

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Use age-appropriate language about sacrifice
  • Encourage questions and curiosity
  • Connect the symbolism to God's love
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children may find abstract concepts of covenant difficult to understand

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Moments of empathy and understanding about Jesus' sacrifice

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a Last Supper diorama using clay or paper
  • Write a journal entry from a disciple's perspective
  • Use BibleMouse Printables Library for additional worksheets

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