A New Year
Verse of the month
for the littles
2 Corinthians 5:17
I am new in Christ!
for the olders
2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!
Lesson 1
Holy Week Shapes My Identity Lesson:
Holy Week isn’t only what Jesus did
This first Sunday’s lesson is going to look a little different, we are going to go over the Holy Week in one day and explain to the children how this week wasn’t only what Jesus did for us but how it also shapes our identity in Him. Palm Sunday — I am chosen.
Good Friday — I am forgiven.
Easter Sunday — I am alive.
Holy Week doesn’t just tell me what happened. It tells me who I am.
1.Palm Sunday – I Am Chosen
On Palm Sunday, Jesus entered Jerusalem knowing the cross was ahead (Luke 19:28–40). He wasn’t forced. He was obedient. “Not my will, but yours be done.”
(Luke 22:42) Before the cross, there was a choice — and He chose us.
“You did not choose Me, but I chose you.” (John 15:16)
Because He chose obedience, I am chosen. Not random. Not overlooked. Chosen by grace (1 Peter 2:9).
2.Good Friday – I Am Forgiven
On Good Friday, the cross became THE great exchange.
“He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree.” (1 Peter 2:24)
“There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” (Romans 8:1)
My sin was paid.
My shame was carried.
My debt was canceled (Colossians 2:14).
Because of the cross, my past does not define me. I am forgiven.
3.Easter Sunday – I Am Alive
On Easter Sunday, the tomb was empty (Matthew 28:5–6)
“He is not here; He has risen.”
The Resurrection means new life.
“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” (2 Corinthians 5:17)
“The same power that raised Jesus now lives in me” (Romans 8:11)
I am not spiritually dead. I am alive in Christ.
Lesson 2
Lesson Scripture: Psalm 139:13–14
“I am fearfully and wonderfully made.”
Lesson Focus-
• God created each person with purpose • Our identity starts with God, not people, opinions, or what we are able to do or not do. Not in our “works”, but in who God is and says we are!Teaching Points
• God knows everything about us—and still loves us • We are valuable because God made us • We are made with a purpose ON purpose! • Remind the children how special they truly are. No matter the mistakes they make. Craft- WONDERFULLY MADE CROWN
***Crafts for littles & middles*** Have children write on their crown this scripture Psalm 139:14 Supplies Needed- Template of crowns (for boys & girls), colored pencils/crayons/markers, scissors, ribbon or string (to attach back of crown), hole puncher 
Lesson 3
I am a Child of God Lesson Scripture: Romans 8:15–17
“I am a child of God.” – Romans 8:16
Lesson Focus-
• When we accept Jesus, we become part of God’s family • Our identity changes when we follow Christ Teaching Points
• God is our loving Father• We belong to His family when we accept Him • We may go through suffering like Jesus did, but we will also share His glory Craft- HANDPRINTS ***Crafts for littles & middles*** Have children write the scripture, Romans 8:16
Lesson 4
I Am Called to Live Like Christ Lesson Scripture:
Matthew 5:14-17 “Let your light shine before others.”
Lesson Focus
• Our identity in Christ affects how we live • We reflect Jesus through love, kindness, and obedience • Everything we do is to reflect on our Lord Teaching Points
• Christians should look different—in a good way (Godly way)
• Our actions show who we belong to
• Its not all about us but about
God Craft- LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE LANTERN & LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE SUN
***For middles***
Supplies needed- template of lantern will be provided, scissors, colored pencils/crayons/markers Add the scripture-Matthew 5:16 on template ***For littles*** Supplies needed- construction paper, scissors, markers Ask the littles, ways they can let Jesus’ light shine through them and fill out on the strips of the sun
