READ the Scripture: Matthew 26:57–27:26; Mark 14:53–15:15; Luke 22:66–23:25; and John 18:12-40

TALK about the Scripture: Judges have a tough job. They take an oath, or promise, to uphold justice and fairness. During a trial, if a person is found guilty, the judge must decide on the appropriate sentence, or punishment. It is the judge’s responsibility to be impartial and fair in her decision.

The Bible teaches us that God is just, which means He is perfect in His judgments and His punishments are always fair. Because God is holy, sin must be punished. He can’t overlook it or give a lighter sentence to some people–that wouldn’t be fair. That’s bad news for us because we’re all guilty of sin and deserve to be punished.

But the good news of the Bible is that Jesus came to take the punishment we deserve. Though He was innocent, He took the guilt that belonged to us and faced God’s justice for us. Sin had to be punished and the sentence was death, but Jesus gave His life to save ours.

Christ Connection: Jesus was unfairly sentenced to die although He did no wrong. Jesus was the perfect substitute for us, dying on the cross for our sins and rising from the dead. Everyone who trusts in Jesus has forgiveness and life with God forever.

WATCH the Bible Story Video: Jesus Was Put on Trial

LEARN the Scripture: "Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: 'To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!'" - Revelation 5:73

PRAY as a Family: God, we know that You are right and just to punish sin, but You showed us Your amazing love by giving Your Son to take on our punishment. Jesus was perfectly innocent, but He willingly took our punishment to offer us forgiveness and new life. Help us know Jesus, trust in Jesus, and share Jesus with others. Amen.

APPLY what you've learned: Learn the big picture question and answer and practice asking and answering randomly throughout the week together.

Q: How is Jesus the perfect King?

A: Jesus perfectly rules over the universe as the King of kings.

READ the Scripture: Matthew 27:27-56; Mark 15:16-41; Luke 23:50–24:12; and John 19:38–20:10

TALK about the Scripture: Did you know that a sneeze is your body’s way of blowing out bacteria and other harmful junk? The nose becomes irritated when dust, pollen, or smoke invades the nostrils and it tells your brain that it’s time to clear it out by sneezing. The sneeze might be uncomfortable, but it's an important part of staying healthy and breathing easily.

The Bible says that all people have sinned. From the moment we’re born, sin has invaded our hearts and separated us from God. As Jesus agonized on the cross, the Bible says He cried out with His final breath, “It is finished.” After saying this, He died.

Like a sneeze that gets rid of impurities from your body, those last words of Jesus were the final blow to get rid of sin. God required that sin be punished, so Jesus’ death was the final payment for our sin. He died in our place so that we can be forgiven and made right with God.

Christ Connection: We deserve to die because of our sin, but God loves us and kept His promise to send a Savior. Jesus never sinned, but He died in our place. Now those who trust in Him have forgiveness through his blood and are no longer separated from God.

WATCH the Bible Story Video: Jesus Was Crucified

LEARN the Scripture: "Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: 'To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!'" - Revelation 5:73

PRAY as a Family: Father, thank You for loving us so much that You would send Jesus to die in our place. Thank You for counting His death as the payment for our sin and for offering His righteousness to anyone who trusts in Him. Amen.

APPLY what you've learned: Learn the big picture question and answer and practice asking and answering randomly throughout the week together.

Q: How is Jesus the perfect King?

A: Jesus perfectly rules over the universe as the King of kings.

READ the Scripture: Matthew 27:57–28:15; Mark 15:42–16:18; Luke 23:50–24:12; and John 19:38–20:10

TALK about the Scripture: What is something amazing that you’ve experienced this week? Maybe you’ve watched a caterpillar leave its chrysalis as a butterfly. Or maybe you watched a sports game where the underdog won in the final seconds of the match. Or maybe you got a good grade on a math test that you were nervous about. Amazing things happen every single day, but there is nothing more amazing than the miracle of the resurrection of Jesus!

On the third day after Jesus’ death and burial, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to the tomb. An angel of the Lord had rolled back the stone. The angel said to the women, “Don’t be afraid, because I know you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. He is not here. For he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.” (Matt. 28:5-6) At this announcement, the women ran to share the good news with the other disciples.

The death and resurrection of Jesus is at the center of the gospel. We deserve to die because of our sin, but Jesus died in our place. Because Jesus is alive, we do not need to fear anything. Those who trust in Jesus have forgiveness and eternal life, and we can joyfully obey Him. Now that’s amazing!

Christ Connection: Jesus died on the cross for our sins, but He didn’t stay dead. God was pleased with Jesus’ sacrifice and raised Jesus from the dead on the third day to reign as King over all creation. Jesus provides salvation from sin and the promise of eternal life.

WATCH the Bible Story Video: Jesus Was Raised

LEARN the Scripture: "Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: 'To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!'" - Revelation 5:73

PRAY as a Family: Thank You, Jesus, for dying on the cross for our sins and for resurrecting on the third day. We celebrate and worship because You are alive! You have defeated sin and Your resurrection guarantees eternal life for all who believe in You. Amen.

APPLY what you've learned: Learn the big picture question and answer and practice asking and answering randomly throughout the week together.

Q: How is Jesus the perfect King?

A: Jesus perfectly rules over the universe as the King of kings.

READ the Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

TALK about the Scripture: How would you describe a king? What are his responsibilities and powers? A king is usually in charge of a certain group of people. He should look out for their best interest and make decisions that help His community.

Unlike any earthly king who only has power over His kingdom or country, Jesus has total power and authority. While an earthly king fears the power of other countries and works to protect the livelihood of his own country, Jesus has already defeated His enemies and He has secured eternal life for all who belong to His kingdom. Jesus is the perfect King!

Most of us don’t like to be told what to do or have anyone rule over us. That’s usually because we don’t trust them to be good to us or rule with a loving hand. Jesus is the perfect King because He can always be trusted to do what is best for those who follow Him. He sits on a throne with all power and authority, and He loves with an everlasting, sacrificial love. He is the King of all kings!

Christ Connection: Paul encouraged believers by reminding them that Jesus is great. Jesus is God’s Son, and He died on the cross to rescue people from sin. Jesus conquered sin and death and reigns as King over all.

WATCH the Bible Story Video: Jesus is our Perfect King

LEARN the Scripture: "Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and on the sea, and all that is in them, saying: 'To him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power, for ever and ever!'" - Revelation 5:73

PRAY as a Family: Jesus, You are King over all creation. Help us to know You and follow You. You rule with love for those who follow You and You can be trusted to always do what is right. You are the perfect King! Amen.

APPLY what you've learned: Learn the big picture question and answer and practice asking and answering randomly throughout the week together.

Q: How is Jesus the perfect King?

A: Jesus perfectly rules over the universe as the King of kings.

What is Humility?
Humility is putting others before yourself, thinking about the thoughts and feelings of others, and listening to others.

Practice the 3 F’s of Listening

Focus - Put your focus on the speaker. Keep your body still and look at the person talking. Your mouth should be closed and your ears listening.

Follow - Follow what the speaker is saying. Listen to understand, not just to respond. Don’t interrupt, instead nod your head or say “uh-huh” to track with the speaker.

Feedback - Respond to what the speaker said by either asking a question, paraphrasing what was shared, making a comment on the subject talked about, or reflecting on the emotion behind what was said.

Listening Activities

• Listen for ONE minute and see if you can name all of the sounds you hear (i.e the air conditioning, birds outside, a car, etc)
• Have someone read a recipe out loud and see if you can make it just by listening to the instructions read aloud
• Play the game "Simon Says"
• Feel the urge to interrupt? Try counting to 10 inside your head before you speak out loud.

Philippians 2:3
“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.”

2 Chronicles 7:14
“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.”

Luke 14:11
“For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”