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Jews from all over the world were in Jerusalem for the Feast of Pentecost. Jesus’ followers were there, too. They gathered together, waiting for the gift Jesus had promised them.In the middle of the festival, God’s gift arrived. It began with a sound, a sound like a howling wind that filled the house where they were waiting. Next, something that looked like fire settled on each one of them. Then God’s Holy Spirit filled everyone in the room, and He gave them power to speak different languages!Jews from other parts of the world heard them and were amazed. “These people are speaking our languages,” they said, “and proclaiming the wonderful things God has done!”“This is God’s gift,” Peter explained. “It was promised long ago. It comes to us through Jesus, the Messiah. You crucified Him, but God brought Him back to life.”“What should we do?” the people asked, sadly.“Turn away from evil,” said Peter. “Believe in Jesus Christ. He will forgive your sins and give you His Holy Spirit.”On that day, three thousand people were baptized. They were just the first of many people who would come to trust in Jesus as their Savior.
What did it look like when God sent the Holy Spirit to the disciples?What are some of the things that happened when the Holy Spirit came?How do you think the Holy Spirit plays a part in our lives today?
Legends
April 27
This Week’s Bible Story
The Holy Spirit Comes (Acts 2) After Jesus returned to heaven, God sent His Holy Spirit to help His followers spread the Good News about Jesus. Today, people are still hearing this Good News through the words and actions of His followers and through God’s Word, the Bible.
Memory Verse: “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere.” ACTS 1:8
Check-in + Worship 8:30 - 9:05 10:30 - 11:05
8:30 - 9:05
10:30 - 11:05
As kids check in, invite them to join their parents in the Auditorium during worship. Once the worship set ends, wait in the back for kids to join you and lead them back to the Zion Kids area.
Connect 9:05 - 9:15 11:05 - 11:15
9:05 - 9:15
11:05 - 11:15
Let each kid answer today’s icebreaker question: If you could speak any language in the world, which one would it be?
Bible Story 9:15 - 9:30 11:15 - 11:30
9:15 - 9:30
11:15 - 11:30
Look up Acts 2 and tell the Bible story in your own words.
Key Story Points:
Debrief 9:30 - 9:40 11:30 - 11:40
9:30 - 9:40
11:30 - 11:40
Prayer Time 9:40 - 9:45 11:40 - 11:45
9:40 - 9:45
11:40 - 11:45
Close your small group time by praying with your kids. This week’s prayer focus is on PRAISE PRAYERS. Ask the kids in your group, “What is one thing you love about God?” (You may need to prompt kids with ideas.) Take time to pray for each of the things that were shared.
Activity 9:40 - 9:45 11:40 - 11:45
9:40 - 9:45
11:40 - 11:45
Give kids the two pieces of paper for the headband, and instruct them to cut along the dotted line. Encourage them to color it in. Then have them tape them together to make one long strip.
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