The Great Commission
What did Jesus do during his 40 days on earth after his resurrection?
This fruit is a deep, lasting happiness from God. It is not a temporary feeling we get from getting a new toy. It allows us to feel secure and thankful knowing that God loves us unconditionally and is always with us; even when we are scared, sad or having a bad day.
Joy
What are the Beatitudes?
8 special teachings that Jesus gives his followers as "secrets to true happiness".
What does the word Ascension mean?
What does the word “Pentecost" mean?
It means "fiftieth." It is a special celebration that happens 50 days after Easter.
For all followers of Jesus.
This fruit means waiting with a happy heart and trusting God's timing, even when it is hard.
Patience
Blessed are the ______ in spirit,
For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Poor
What did Jesus tell His disciples to do before He left?
He told them to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit, who would give them power to tell the whole world about Him.
What did the Holy Spirit sound and look like when He arrived?
They heard the sound of a strong, rushing wind, and they saw what looked like little flames of fire resting on everyone’s heads!
Who was on the mountain when Jesus gave his command?
11 disciples
This fruit means showing God’s love by being helpful, tender, and forgiving to others, regardless of whether they deserve it.
Kindness
Blessed are the _____,
For they shall inherit the earth.
Meek
How did Jesus leave the earth?
He was lifted up right in front of their eyes, and a cloud hid Him from their sight!
How did the Holy Spirit help the disciples and why is this important?
The Holy Spirit gave them the power to speak in different languages they had never learned before. This was important because people from all over the world were in Jerusalem for a holiday, and the Holy Spirit allowed them all to hear about Jesus in their own native language.
What does it mean to be a disciple?
A follower of Jesus, who learns from Him and helps others do the same.
This fruit is using God’s strength to manage thoughts, words, and actions, rather than just reacting to feelings. It enables us to say "no" to temptations and "yes" to honoring God.
Self-control
Blessed are the pure in _____,
For they shall see God.
Where were Jesus and His friends (the disciples) when this happened?
They were on the Mount of Olives, just outside the city of Jerusalem.
Peter told them to repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus for the remission of sins, and they shall receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
What is the Great Commission?
When Jesus told his disciples to go and make disciples of all nations! Baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
Name all the fruit of the spirit.
Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
Jesus says "you are the _____ of the earth" and "the _____ of the world"
Salt & Light
What did the angels promise the disciples?
They promised that Jesus will one day return to earth in the exact same way they saw Him go into heaven.
How many people were baptized on Pentecost?
3,000 were baptized