The Resurrection of Jesus: a Bible class for children full of joy and hope
Introduction
Can you imagine arriving at a tomb and discovering that it is empty? That is what happened when Jesus rose!
The resurrection of Jesus is one of the most wonderful news in the Bible. It reminds us that Jesus conquered death, that He is alive, and that we can trust Him every day.
In this Bible class fromLittle Ones of the Kingdom, we want to help children discover this beautiful truth in a simple, joyful, and hopeful way.
Through a Bible story, questions, games, and creative activities, parents, teachers, and children's leaders can share with the little ones a message that can remain in their hearts:Jesus lives and is with us!
Summary of the Bible class
After Jesus died, His body was placed in a tomb whose entrance was sealed with a large stone.
However, on the third day something extraordinary happened: Jesus had risen!
The tomb was empty. Jesus had conquered death and was alive.
This wonderful news teaches us that Jesus' resurrection is a reason for joy, hope, and victory.
Children will learn that they can trust Jesus, talk to Him through prayer, and remember His love even when they feel afraid or face difficulties.
Class objective
Main objective:Teach children that Jesus rose, conquered death, and is alive, helping them develop trust, joy, and hope in Him.
By the end of the class, children are expected to:
Understand that Jesus died and rose on the third day.
Recognize that the empty tomb announces wonderful news.
Remember that Jesus is alive and they can trust Him.
Express gratitude to Jesus through prayer.
Share the message of the resurrection with joy.
Base biblical text: Matthew 28:6
📖Matthew 28:6
He is not here; he has risen…
This verse contains the central message of our teaching: Jesus did not remain in the tomb. He rose!
Verse to memorize:Matthew 28:6.
To help children remember it, we can repeat it in different ways:
With a voice full of joy.
Jumping while we celebrate.
Saying it loud and clear.
The purpose is that the little ones not only memorize some words, but understand the wonderful news they announce.
Main teaching: Jesus is alive!
A closed tomb
After Jesus died, His body was placed inside a tomb.
A very large stone closed its entrance.
It seemed that everything was over. Those who loved Jesus had experienced very sad moments.
But the story did not end there.
On the third day something wonderful happened
Days passed and, on the third day, something incredible happened.
Jesus rose!
The tomb was empty because Jesus was no longer there.
The Bible reminds us in Matthew 28:6:
He is not here; he has risen…
What wonderful news!
Jesus had conquered death. His resurrection reminds us of God's power and fills our hearts with hope.
Jesus conquered death
The resurrection teaches us that Jesus is alive.
This truth is not just a story we remember, but a reason to live with faith and confidence.
When children understand that Jesus lives, they can learn to approach Him through prayer, trust in His love, and remember His teachings.
The great lesson of this class is: Jesus conquered death and is alive.
News that fills our hearts with joy
The resurrection is a celebration.
Although Jesus' death was a moment of sadness, His resurrection reminds us that there is hope and victory in Him.
Therefore, when sharing this lesson with children, it is important to highlight three words:
Joy, hope, and victory.
We want every little one to finish the class understanding that Jesus lives and that His love invites us to trust Him every day.
Practical application: What does it mean to me that Jesus is alive?
Knowing the story of the resurrection is important, but we also need to help children discover how they can apply this truth in their daily lives.
At home: learning to trust Jesus
Children can develop the habit of talking to Jesus through prayer.
We can teach them to thank Him for His love, tell Him their worries, and trust Him when they go through difficult times.
A simple prayer can be:
Jesus, thank you because you are alive. Help me to trust you every day. Amen.
At school: remembering that Jesus is with me
Sometimes, children may feel fear, insecurity, or worry.
Those moments are opportunities to remind them that they are not alone and that they can seek strength in Jesus.
We can encourage them to think:
Jesus lives and I can trust Him.
In our daily life: living with hope
The resurrection teaches us to look at each day with hope.
We can encourage children to express their love for Jesus through small actions: praying, obeying His Word, treating others with love, and trusting God.
It's not about never feeling fear, but about learning to turn to Jesus when they do.
Phrase to remember
Jesus lives... and is always with me." 💛
Invite the children to repeat this phrase during class and to share it with their families when they get home.
They can also write it on a card, decorate it, and place it in a special spot.
Questions to discuss with the children
After telling the story, take a few minutes to talk with the little ones.
What happened after Jesus died?
What was closing the entrance to the tomb?
What happened on the third day?
Why was the tomb empty?
What does Matthew 28:6 teach us?
What does it mean to you to know that Jesus is alive?
At what times can you trust Jesus?
How can we show our joy because Jesus rose?
Advice for teachers and parents:Listen to the children's answers with patience and affection. Allow them to express their ideas and emotions in their own words.
Suggested activities to teach the resurrection of Jesus
Learning the Bible can also be a fun and engaging experience.
These activities, included in the class material, help reinforce the message of the empty tomb.
Activity 1: The surprise box
Objective:To awaken curiosity and connect children with the story of the resurrection.
Material:An empty box.
Development:
Present a closed box in front of the children.
Ask: "What do you think is inside?
Listen to their answers.
Slowly open the box and show that it is empty.
Ask: "What did you expect to find?
Finally, explain:
Today we found an empty box, but in our Bible story we will learn something much more amazing: an empty tomb because Jesus rose!
Activity 2: Run to the empty tomb
Objective:Joyfully reinforce that Jesus is alive.
Development:
Mark a spot in the space to represent the tomb.
Place the children in a starting line.
When the teacher says "Jesus lives!", the participants must run to the designated point.
The first to arrive wins the round.
Conduct several rounds so that everyone can participate.
Recommendation:Adapt the game to the available space and ensure that the children participate safely.
Activity 3: Craft of the tomb with a movable stone
Objective:Learn the biblical story through a creative activity.
Materials:
Paper.
Scissors.
Drawing of a tomb.
Colors for decorating.
Development:
Give the children a drawing of a tomb.
Help them make a paper stone that can be moved to reveal the entrance.
Allow them to decorate their work.
Invite them to write the phrase: "Jesus lives.
When they move the stone, remind them of the message in Matthew 28:6.
This craft will help them visually remember that the tomb was empty because Jesus had risen.
Activity 4: Word search and coloring drawing
The material for this class also includes a word search with words related to the resurrection, such as Jesus, lives, tomb, empty, angel, stone, life, joy, glory, and resurrected.
Additionally, it contains an illustration of the resurrection of Jesus to color.
Both activities help reinforce what has been learned in an entertaining way and can be done at the end of the class or at home with the family.
Final prayer for the children
Lord Jesus, thank you because you are alive.
Thank you because you conquered death and fill us with joy and hope.
Help us to trust in you when we feel afraid and to remember that we can come to you through prayer.
We want to know you more, obey your Word, and follow you every day.
May our hearts never forget this wonderful truth: Jesus lives!
In your name, amen.
Statement to repeat together:
With God's help, I will live His Word.
A special message for parents and teachers
Teaching the resurrection of Jesus to children is a beautiful opportunity to plant faith, joy, and hope in their hearts.
We don't need complicated explanations to share this truth. We can use simple words, questions, songs, games, and crafts that allow them to understand the message.
Let us remember that the purpose of this class is not only for the little ones to learn that the tomb was empty, but to discover why this news is so important for their lives.
May every child be able to return home with a smile and a truth kept in their heart:
Jesus has risen, Jesus lives, and we can trust in Him!
InLittle Ones of the Kingdom, we wish to continue supporting families, teachers, and children's leaders in the beautiful mission of teaching the Word of God to the new generations.
