DAY ONE - The King Comes (Luke 19)
Read in Scripture (for older children)
Luke 19:28–44
Zechariah 9:9
Talk About It
Why were the people shouting “Hosanna”?
Why did Jesus ride a donkey instead of a war horse?
Why did Jesus cry over Jerusalem?
How can someone praise Jesus one day and reject Him later?
Luke 19:28–44
Zechariah 9:9
Talk About It
Why were the people shouting “Hosanna”?
Why did Jesus ride a donkey instead of a war horse?
Why did Jesus cry over Jerusalem?
How can someone praise Jesus one day and reject Him later?
Go Deeper
The people wanted a powerful king. Jesus came as a humble Savior.
Ask: Do we want Jesus to fix our problems — or rule our hearts?
For Parents
Help your children see that the crowds welcomed Jesus as King, but many did not truly understand Him. He came not to conquer Rome, but to conquer sin.
The people wanted a powerful king. Jesus came as a humble Savior.
Ask: Do we want Jesus to fix our problems — or rule our hearts?
For Parents
Help your children see that the crowds welcomed Jesus as King, but many did not truly understand Him. He came not to conquer Rome, but to conquer sin.
DAY 2 — A MEAL FOR THE AGES (Matt 26)
Read in Scripture
Matthew 26:17–29
1 Corinthians 11:23–26
Talk About It
What was Passover, and why is it important?
What did Jesus mean when He said, “This is my body” and “This is my blood of the covenant”?
Why do Christians still take the Lord’s Supper?
Who is the Lord’s Supper for?
Go Deeper
Communion is for those who repent of their sins, trust in Jesus, and belong to a church.
Use this time to explain what repentance and faith mean in simple terms.
Matthew 26:17–29
1 Corinthians 11:23–26
Talk About It
What was Passover, and why is it important?
What did Jesus mean when He said, “This is my body” and “This is my blood of the covenant”?
Why do Christians still take the Lord’s Supper?
Who is the Lord’s Supper for?
Go Deeper
Communion is for those who repent of their sins, trust in Jesus, and belong to a church.
Use this time to explain what repentance and faith mean in simple terms.
Help your children understand that the Lord’s Supper is not just a snack—it is a reminder that Jesus gave Himself for us and a way to proclaim His death until He comes.
For Parents
Jesus used the Passover meal to explain that His death would bring forgiveness and a new covenant. The Lord’s Supper helps us remember and proclaim what He has done. Keep the focus on Jesus giving Himself for us—and gently explain that this meal is for those who have repented and trusted in Christ.
For Parents
Jesus used the Passover meal to explain that His death would bring forgiveness and a new covenant. The Lord’s Supper helps us remember and proclaim what He has done. Keep the focus on Jesus giving Himself for us—and gently explain that this meal is for those who have repented and trusted in Christ.
DAY 3 — EVERYONE LEAVES JESUS (Mark 14)
Read in Scripture
Mark 14:32–50
Mark 14:66–72
Talk About It
Why did Judas betray Jesus?
Why did Peter deny Jesus?
Why did the other disciples run away?
Have you ever been afraid to follow Jesus?
Mark 14:32–50
Mark 14:66–72
Talk About It
Why did Judas betray Jesus?
Why did Peter deny Jesus?
Why did the other disciples run away?
Have you ever been afraid to follow Jesus?
Go Deeper
This chapter shows something important:
Jesus had to face the cross alone.
Unlike Judas, Peter later repented.
Discuss the difference between regret and true repentance.
For Parents
This chapter shows the weakness of Jesus’s closest friends. Even faithful disciples can fail. Help your children see the seriousness of denying Christ—but also the hope of repentance, as we later see in Peter’s life.
This chapter shows something important:
Jesus had to face the cross alone.
Unlike Judas, Peter later repented.
Discuss the difference between regret and true repentance.
For Parents
This chapter shows the weakness of Jesus’s closest friends. Even faithful disciples can fail. Help your children see the seriousness of denying Christ—but also the hope of repentance, as we later see in Peter’s life.
DAY 4 — THE SNAKE CRUSHER IS CRUSHED FOR US (Mark 15)
Read in Scripture
Mark 15:1–39
Isaiah 53:4–6
2 Corinthians 5:21
Talk About It
Why did the crowd choose Barabbas instead of Jesus?
Why do we call it “Good Friday” if it was such a sad day?
What does it mean that Jesus “became sin for us”?
What happened when the temple curtain was torn in two?
Mark 15:1–39
Isaiah 53:4–6
2 Corinthians 5:21
Talk About It
Why did the crowd choose Barabbas instead of Jesus?
Why do we call it “Good Friday” if it was such a sad day?
What does it mean that Jesus “became sin for us”?
What happened when the temple curtain was torn in two?
Go Deeper
“Jesus had become sin for us.”
Explain substitution clearly:
For Parents
Good Friday is sad—but it is good because Jesus died in our place. Explain substitution clearly and simply: we deserved judgment, but Jesus took it for us. Don’t rush past the weight of the cross; the joy of Easter shines brighter because of it.
“Jesus had become sin for us.”
Explain substitution clearly:
- We deserved judgment
- Jesus took our place
- He faced God’s frown so we could receive God’s smile
For Parents
Good Friday is sad—but it is good because Jesus died in our place. Explain substitution clearly and simply: we deserved judgment, but Jesus took it for us. Don’t rush past the weight of the cross; the joy of Easter shines brighter because of it.
DAY 5 — JESUS LIVES (Luke 24)
Read in Scripture
Luke 24:1–12
1 Corinthians 15:3–8, 20–22
Talk About It
Why were the women surprised at the tomb?
Why does the angel say, “Why do you seek the living among the dead?”
Why is the resurrection necessary for our salvation?
What would Christianity be if Jesus had not risen?
Luke 24:1–12
1 Corinthians 15:3–8, 20–22
Talk About It
Why were the women surprised at the tomb?
Why does the angel say, “Why do you seek the living among the dead?”
Why is the resurrection necessary for our salvation?
What would Christianity be if Jesus had not risen?
Go Deeper
“The wages of sin had been paid for. The long-awaited Snake Crusher had kept His promise.”
Discuss:
How Genesis 3:15 promised a Snake Crusher
How Jesus defeated sin, Satan, and death
Why the resurrection changes everything
For Parents
The resurrection is the center of our faith. Jesus truly rose from the dead, defeating sin and death forever. Help your children understand that Christianity stands or falls on this truth—and that because Jesus lives, we have real hope.
“The wages of sin had been paid for. The long-awaited Snake Crusher had kept His promise.”
Discuss:
How Genesis 3:15 promised a Snake Crusher
How Jesus defeated sin, Satan, and death
Why the resurrection changes everything
For Parents
The resurrection is the center of our faith. Jesus truly rose from the dead, defeating sin and death forever. Help your children understand that Christianity stands or falls on this truth—and that because Jesus lives, we have real hope.