Elementary

Jesus surprised people throughout His whole ministry by doing things no one expected. The people expected the Savior to come as a warrior who would conquer their political enemies, but Jesus came as a king who would serve and love all people, focused on God’s kingdom, not the world’s kingdom. Kids will celebrate the greatest surprise of all – Jesus rose from the dead!

Jesus ascended into Heaven, promising that a Helper would come. Days later, the Holy Spirit came to the disciples just as Jesus had promised! They were able to speak in other languages and preach. The church was born and many people believed. The Gospel began to spread from Jerusalem throughout the world

As Jesus ascends into heaven, the disciples are left with the promise of the Holy Spirit and with specific instructions. The Holy Spirit is sent and received, as the disciples can suddenly speak different languages. People are confused by this power of God. Yet, the disciples are able to show how mighty God is as they share what God has done for them. This marks the beginning of the early church as thousands repent and decide to follow God.

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Much of the New Testament is comprised of Epistles, or letters that were written to the early Church. These churches were spread all around the Mediterranean. The epistles were authored by James, Paul, Peter, Jude and John. They were written to give encouragement, direction and doctrine to the early Church. There was a lot of confusion within the new churches about what they should be following. Jesus had only just died, risen and gone to heaven. Paul and John wrote to clarify how God loves unconditionally and calls us to do the same. We should look to Jesus to see the greatest example of love and humility.

Jesus instructed His followers to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. God chose each of us to share the good news about Him with others! The good news is that Jesus died, rose again and made a way for us to be free from sin and have a relationship with Him forever. We can share this news with everyone, whether that is here in our neighborhoods or around the world as missionaries!