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Death and Resurrection of Jesus

Through his sacrificial, atoning death on the Cross, Jesus took away the sins of all who believe in him, confess their belief, and repent of their sin. All of Scripture points to this amazing reality.

The Resurrection of Jesus proves his death was effectual for our salvation. It proves the truth of the promise that we, too, will be raised with Jesus to eternal life.

These two events lie at the heart of the gospel. In Communion, we remember what Jesus has done for us. On Resurrection Sunday (Easter), we praise God that Jesus conquered sin and death, and that he will one day return for his people--both the living and the dead, who will be raised. We thank God for his promise of eternal life.

Your kids can read all about the death and Resurrection of Jesus in my two narrative history and theology books from Christian Focus Publications, What Was the Cross? and Why Did the Resurrection Happen?.  The books are a fun way for your kids to learn about how all of Scripture points to Jesus' work on the Cross, and why the Resurrection means so much to us.

This fun craft will allow your kids to construct scenes of both the Cross and the empty grave.

What Was the Cross?

Discover the amazing story of the Cross in this special book from the Who, What, Why? series! With fun black-and-white illustrations and easy-to-understand explanations, young readers will explore one of the most important events in the Bible.

Why did Jesus die on the Cross? What does it mean for us today? Author Danika Cooley takes kids on an exciting journey through time, starting in the Garden of Eden and following God's incredible rescue plan all the way to Jesus. Along the way, readers will meet fascinating characters like Isaiah who told people about Jesus hundreds of years before He was born, John the Baptist who called Jesus "the Lamb of God," and the disciples who followed Jesus everywhere.

The Cross is the most important event in all of human history because it is the moment when Jesus, who is God the Son and the Son of God, paid for the sins of all who believe in him. Sin makes us enemies of God. Not only did Jesus bring about the forgiveness of sin for all believers, but at the Cross Jesus also made his followers friends of God instead of his enemies.

What Was the Cross?, Danika Cooley (Christian Focus Publications, 2025), page 8

Jesus' Death and Resurrection Craft

You can help your kids commemorate what they're learning about biblical history in a hands-on way! Check out this fun video of the Jesus' Death and Resurrection craft!

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"As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones, in whom is all my delight." - Psalm 16:3, ESV  

Christian History Matters for Our Kids.

History matters. Now, more than ever, we see how important it is for our children to know and understand history and the Bible. Here's why:

• God is the sovereign ruler of all things. It's important for our kids to see his hand in the history of nations and in the lives of both peasants and kings. 
• Christian history is the story of our family history. Our kids get to see how people who love Jesus follow him.
• Understanding history can help our kids learn historic and biblical theology. They learn what the Bible says and what that means for us. They also see when the study of Scripture has taken important turns that have changed the Church.   
• Reading Christian biographies and history can be a wonderful way for kids to think outside their own time and culture. God's Church spans centuries and includes people from every nation.    
• Christian biographies help kids consider their own faith, walk with Jesus, and the impact their witness may one day have on others--and on history. 

Elementary-aged kids need middle grade resources that are fun, a little sassy, and that teach valuable lessons. 

The Who What Why Series is the perfect resource to teach your kids about history, while helping them apply biblical truths to their lives today.