Lent Basics
Do we think about Jesus more or less during Lent?
More
When we talk to God, what is that called?
Praying
Jesus did amazing things called what?
Miracles
Do we give with a happy or sad heart?
Happy
Did Jesus want people to be kind to others?
Yes
What do we call the special season that helps us get ready for Easter?
Lent
What time of day or night can we pray?
Anytime
Who performed the miracles that took place?
Jesus
If you have $10, what amount should be given as tithe?
$1
Did Jesus teach people to do good things or badly (worldly) things?
Good Things
Name one thing that people might give up during Lent?
Candy, Toys, TV ...
What does fasting mean?
Giving something up.
What did Jesus do for Jairus' daughter?
He made her alive again.
He healed her.
What is the word used when we give money or help to others in need?
Almsgiving
Jesus said, "Blessed are the _____."
kind, poor in spirit, peacemakers ...
How many days is Lent?
40 Days
Name the three things that we focus on during Lent.
Prayer
Fasting
Acts of Service
What did Jesus say to Jairus when people said his daughter had died?
"Don't be afraid, just believe."
What is a tithe?
Giving 10% of what we have to God.
Where did Jesus give the Sermon on the Mount?
On a mountain.
On a hillside.
Why is Sunday not counted in the 40 days of Lent?
Because Sundays celebrate Jesus.
They are like mini celebrations.
To focus on God instead of ourselves.
What did Jairus do when he came to Jesus?
Fell at Jesus' feet.
Begged Jesus for help.
In the Bible, the widow pleased God with what she gave. Why was the widow's gift special?
She gave all that she had.
What book of the Bible is the Sermon on the Mount found in?
Matthew