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Lydia Listens and Believes

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Acts 16:11-15 Paul and his friends traveled to a new place to tell people about Jesus. One day, they went down to a river where some people were gathered to pray. There was a woman there named Lydia. Lydia was listening very carefully. Paul began to tell the people about Jesus—how Jesus loves them and how He is alive. Lydia listened closely. And God helped Lydia understand and believe what Paul was saying. Lydia was so happy! She loved Jesus and wanted to follow Him. Then Lydia and her family were baptized. After that, Lydia did something kind. She invited Paul and his friends to come stay at her home. Lydia wanted to help and care for them. Paul and his friends were glad, and they continued telling others about Jesus. Key Takeaway for Preschoolers We can listen and believe in Jesus, and we can show love to others.   Dear God, Thank You for loving us. Thank You for helping us learn about Jesus. Help us listen and believe. Help us show love and kindness to others. We love you, God. In J...
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Philip Helps a Man Learn About Jesus

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Acts 8:26-40 Our true story comes from a part of the Bible called Acts, which is short for “the Acts of the Apostles.” An apostle is someone who is sent to teach others about Jesus. One day, God told Philip to go to a special road. Philip listened and went right away. As he walked along the road, he saw a man riding in a chariot. The man was from a faraway place, and he was reading from a scroll. He wanted to learn about God. God told Philip, “Go over to that chariot.” So, Philip ran up to the man and heard him reading. Philip asked, “Do you understand what you are reading?” The man said, “No, I don’t understand. Can you help me?” So, Philip climbed up into the chariot and sat with him. Philip explained that the words in the scroll were about Jesus—how Jesus loves us and came to save us. As they traveled, they came to some water. The man said, “Look! Here is water! I want to be baptized!” So, they stopped the chariot, and Philip baptized the man. The man was very happy! He went on his ...
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A Man Walks Again

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Acts 3 Our true story comes from a part of the Bible called Acts, which is short for “the Acts of the Apostles.” An apostle is someone who is sent to teach others about Jesus. One day, Peter and John were going to the temple to pray. As they walked, they saw a man sitting by the gate. This man could not walk. Every day, people carried him there so he could ask others for money. When the man saw Peter and John, he asked them for help. Peter looked at him and said, “Look at us.” The man looked up, thinking he might receive some money. But Peter said, “I don’t have silver or gold, but I will give you what I do have. In the name of Jesus, get up and walk!” Then Peter took the man by the hand and helped him up. And right away—something amazing happened! The man’s legs became strong. He stood up. He began to walk! Then he started jumping and praising God. He was so happy! The people saw him walking and jumping. They were amazed because they knew he had never been able to walk before. Peter t...
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The Holy Spirit Comes

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Acts 2 Our true story comes from a part of the Bible called Acts, which is short for “the Acts of the Apostles.” An apostle is someone who is sent to teach others about Jesus. After Jesus went back to Heaven, His friends remembered what He told them. He said that God would send the Holy Spirit to help them. So the disciples stayed together in one place, waiting. Then one day, something amazing happened! Suddenly, there was a loud sound—like a strong wind blowing! It filled the whole house where they were sitting. Then they saw what looked like little flames of fire above their heads. God had sent the Holy Spirit! The disciples began to speak—and something wonderful happened. They were able to speak in different languages! People from many different places were nearby, and they heard the disciples talking. And guess what? Everyone could understand! The people were surprised. They said, “How can this be? We hear them talking in our own languages!” Then Peter stood up and began to speak. ...
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Jesus Returns to Heaven

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Acts 1:6-11 Our true story comes from a part of the Bible called Acts, which is short for “the Acts of the Apostles.” An apostle is someone who is sent to teach others about Jesus. After Jesus came back to life, He spent time with His friends, the disciples. He talked with them, walked with them, and helped them understand many things about God. One day, Jesus and His friends were together outside. His friends asked Him questions, because they were still learning and trying to understand what would happen next. Jesus told them something very important. He said, “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes to you. And you will tell others about Me.” Jesus wanted His friends to share the good news—that He loves people and that God cares for everyone. Then something amazing happened. As His friends were watching Him, Jesus began to go up—up into the sky! Higher and higher He went, until a cloud covered Him, and they could not see Him anymore. His friends stood there, looking up into...
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Jesus Makes Breakfast for His Friends

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John 21:1-14 Our true story is found in a part of the Bible called the Gospel of John. John was one of the friends and helpers of Jesus. And the word "Gospel" means "good news!" After Jesus came back to life, He wanted to see His friends again. One morning, some of His disciples were out on a big lake, trying to catch fish. They worked all night, but they didn’t catch anything—not even one little fish! As the sun came up, Jesus was standing on the shore, but the disciples didn’t know it was Him yet. Jesus called out, “Friends, did you catch any fish?” They shouted back, “No!” Jesus said, “Throw your net on the other side of the boat.” So they did—and guess what? The net filled with so many fish that they could hardly pull it back into the boat! Then one of the disciples said, “It’s Jesus!” Peter was so excited that he jumped right into the water and hurried to the shore. When they all got to land, they saw a little fire with fish and bread cooking on it. Jesus said,...
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Jesus Loves Us So Much

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Matthew 26:36, 47-50; 27:1-28:8 Our true story comes from a part of the Bible called the Gospel of Mark. Mark loved Jesus and told people about Him. That means Jesus was his teacher. And the word “Gospel” means “good news!” One night, Jesus went to a quiet garden to pray. He knew that something very hard was going to happen, but Jesus talked to God because He trusted Him. While Jesus was praying, a group of people came with torches and swords. They were led by one of Jesus’ helpers named Judas, who had made a bad choice. Judas gave Jesus a kiss—that was the sign so the people would know who Jesus was. They took Jesus away. The people were not kind to Jesus. They made fun of Him, they hurt Him, and they put a crown made of sharp thorns on His head. Then they put Jesus on a cross, and He died there. Jesus had never done anything wrong, but He died because He loves us. After Jesus died, His friends placed His body in a tomb, and a big stone was rolled in front of it. Everyone was very sad...
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