Jesus Sees His Friends
Understand that Jesus appeared to His disciples after resurrection
Recognize Jesus' love and peace for His friends
Experience joy in Jesus' miraculous appearance
“When therefore it was evening, on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were shut where the disciples were, because of fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the middle, and said to them, 'Peace be with you.'”
— John 20:19-20 (WEB)Demonstrates Jesus' power to appear and bring peace to His scared friends
BibleMouse friends, today we're learning how Jesus surprised His disciples!
Jesus' friends were scared and hiding. But Jesus came right through locked doors!
Hide-and-Seek Peace Game: One child 'Jesus' finds hidden 'disciples'
Simpler: Adults help guide game
Challenge: Children take turns being Jesus
Jesus loves us and wants to give us peace!
Dear Jesus, thank You for loving Your friends and loving us!
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about Jesus cooking breakfast for His friends!
“He is not here. He has risen, just as He said.”
— Matthew 28:6 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Peace Dance: Children dance when hearing 'peace', freeze when music stops
Resurrection appearances demonstrate Jesus' power over death
Understanding abstract concept of Jesus appearing
Child's emotional engagement with story