THROUGHOUT THE MONTH, WE’LL EXPLORE THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:
Monthly Memory Verse:
For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)
The Cross and the Empty Tomb (Mark 15:13–16:8; Luke 23:26–24:9)
Jesus was beaten, mocked, and died on a cross in between two thieves. He was buried in a tomb. Three days later, His disciples went to the tomb and found it empty! Angels said, “He is not here! He is risen!” Jesus defeated death!
The Road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13–35)
Two of Jesus’ followers were walking when Jesus joined them, though they didn’t recognize Him. He explained how the Old Testament pointed to Him and His mission to save people from sin. Later, their eyes were opened—they realized He was alive!
Jesus’ Return Is Promised (Acts 1:1–11)
Jesus appeared to His disciples many times and taught about God’s kingdom. He told them to wait for the Holy Spirit. Then He ascended into heaven. The disciples were told that Jesus would return one day in the same way that He left.
The Holy Spirit Arrives (Acts 2:1–41)
At Pentecost, the disciples heard wind from heaven and tongues of fire appeared above their heads. Filled with the Holy Spirit, they spoke in foreign languages. Peter preached about Jesus, and 3,000 people believed and were baptized, beginning the Church.
