When we open our Bibles, there is much to read about Jesus. As parents and ministry leaders, sometimes it can be overwhelming to know what exactly our kids need to know concerning his life and ministry. If we focus on teaching our kids basic truths that are biblically and theologically sound, then we can trust they will have a firm foundation upon which to grow and mature.
Throughout the Easter season and the weeks following, we invite you to take time with the kids in your life to review the questions below frequently. Train them to know these simple kid-friendly responses through repetition. Families can learn together while riding to school, sitting at the dinner table, or even before bed each evening. Ministry leaders, you can incorporate these questions and answers in your times of ministry with kids each week. Imagine what a firm and rich spiritual foundation we can create when we intentionally carve time out to point our kids back to God!
- Is Jesus a human or God?
- Jesus is both fully human and fully God. (Philippians 2:7; John 1:14; Colossians 1:19)
- What did Jesus do while he lived on earth?
- He traveled, taught, and performed miracles while on earth. (John 2:11; Matthew 4:23)
- What did Jesus teach?
- He taught about God’s character, God’s kingdom, and how God’s children can glorify him in their daily lives. (Mark 4:30–32; Mark 6:34)
- What kind of life did Jesus live on earth?
- He lived a life of suffering and obedience to the will of the Father. (Luke 22:42; Acts 3:18; Matthew 16:21)
- What did Jesus have power over?
- Jesus had power over sin, sickness, death, and nature. (Luke 4:40; Luke 5:17, 20, 24; John 20:30–31)
- How did Jesus forgive the sins of all people?
- Jesus lived a perfect life and died on the cross to pay for the punishment of sin. (John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Matthew 26:28)
- Did Jesus deserve to die on the cross because of something he had done?
- No, Jesus was holy and without sin, so he did not deserve to die. (2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 7:26)
- What happened to Jesus after he died on the cross?
- Jesus was buried in a tomb and rose from the dead on the third day. (1 Corinthians 15:3–4; 1 Peter 1:3)
- How can we trust and believe that Jesus is alive and rose from the dead?
- The tomb was empty, and many people saw Jesus after he rose from the dead. (Matthew 28:5–6; Acts 2:32)
- Where is Jesus now?
- Jesus went up to heaven and will stay there with the Father until he returns again. (1 Peter 3:22; Romans 8:34; Hebrews 7:25)
These questions and answers are taken from “Foundations for Kids,” which is a catechism series created to help kids learn and memorize approved theological and doctrinal truths taught by the Church of God of Prophecy. “Foundations for Kids” comes in nine color-coded sets based on different topics and is simple and easy to use. This great resource is available for purchase online or you can download your own FREE printable sets from our website. For more information, click here.
