Explaining the Resurrection to children can be done in a simple and relatable way. Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Start with What They Know: Begin by asking children if they know the story of Jesus. Most likely, they'll have heard about Jesus from Sunday school, stories at home, or movies.

2. Introduce the Crucifixion: Explain that Jesus, who was a very kind and loving person, was treated unfairly by some people. They didn't understand his message of love and kindness, so they hurt him very badly and put him on a cross to die.

3. Talk About the Sadness: Emphasize how sad Jesus' friends were when he died. They loved him very much, and they didn't know what to do without him.

4. Share the Surprise: Then comes the surprising part—tell them how, three days after Jesus died, something amazing happened! Jesus came back to life! His friends were so happy and surprised—they couldn't believe it!

5. Explain Why It's Special: Help them understand why the Resurrection is so special. Explain that it shows how powerful Jesus is because not even death could stop him. It also shows how much Jesus loves us because he came back to life to be with us forever.

6. Discuss New Beginnings: Use simple language to talk about what the Resurrection means for us. Explain that it's like a new beginning—a chance for us to start fresh and be close to Jesus, just like his friends were.

7. Encourage Questions: Let children ask questions. They might have a lot of them, and that's okay! Answer them as best as you can, or explore the answers together.

8. Use Visual Aids: If possible, use pictures or props to illustrate the story. Children often learn better when they can see and touch things.

9. Relate to Their Lives: Help them see how the story of Jesus' Resurrection can apply to their own lives. For example, just like Jesus' friends felt happy and loved when he came back to life, we can feel happy and loved knowing that Jesus is always with us.

10. End with Hope: Finish by emphasizing that because of Jesus' Resurrection, we can have hope and know that we're never alone. Jesus is always with us, loving us and helping us every step of the way.
Remember to keep the language simple, use examples they can relate to, and most importantly, share the story with love and enthusiasm!

EXAMPLE OF EASTER (RESURRECTION SUNDAY) TEACHING FOR CHILDREN

Introduction: Hey there, kids! Today, we're going to talk about something super cool and exciting—the story of Jesus' special day called Resurrection Day!

A very long time ago, there was a man named Jesus. He was really, really special because he could do amazing things like heal sick people and make the blind see. But one day, something really sad happened—Jesus died on a cross. His friends were so sad because they thought they would never see him again.

But guess what? Three days later, something incredible happened! Jesus came back to life! Can you imagine? It was like the best surprise ever! Jesus' friends were so happy—they couldn't believe their eyes!

Now, why is this story so important? Well, when Jesus came back to life, it showed that he was more powerful than anything, even death! It also showed that he loves us so, so much that he would do anything for us.

So, every year, we celebrate Resurrection Day to remember this amazing story. We usually have special meals and fun activities! But most importantly, we remember how much Jesus loves us and how he gives us hope for new beginnings.

Conclusion: So, kids, that's the incredible story of Jesus' special day—Resurrection Day! It's a story of love, hope, and new beginnings. Just like Jesus came back to life, we can have new beginnings too. Isn't that awesome? So, let's celebrate Resurrection Day together with joy and gratitude for Jesus' amazing love for us!

Blessings,
Wilfred Graves Ministries Staff

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