We have already read several references to Jesus Christ’s atonement and resurrection in the Old Testament: the Flood that cleansed the world of wickedness, Abraham’s sacrifice of his son, and Joseph saving his family from the famine, just to name a few. These stories help us understand that the world has been readying for the Savior’s mortal ministry thousands of years before He would be born. It all leads to Him.
Though we live thousands of years after His death and resurrection, we can love the Savior like Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob did. We can seek to live His gospel while becoming more charitable, more virtuous, and more faithful. Most importantly, we can teach our children that making and keeping covenants brings us closer to Jesus Christ, just as the Old Testament prophets taught God’s children in their day.
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We have put together some great activities and resources to help you celebrate a Christ-centered Easter this year! Choose the activities in this week’s lesson that work best for your family (including the example below!). Each activity can make Easter special while keeping the focus on our Savior and His sacrifice. We hope that these resources bring joy and inspiration as you celebrate this sacred holiday together.
Prepare for Easter by focusing on a different symbol each day during the eight days leading up to Easter Sunday. Print the Symbols of Easter Tree at home on standard letter-size paper. Tape the two tree pages together to create the full image. Use the guide below to explore each symbol with your family and reflect on its meaning.
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For kids ages 1-4 at home and in nursery or sunbeams.
Family Activity
Display a picture of a family member who has passed away. Share your favorite memories of them. Explain that because Jesus died and was resurrected, we can be too, allowing us to be with our loved ones again someday.
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By the time the Israelites had their third king, the nation split into two groups: the 10 tribes in the north, forming the Kingdom of Israel, and the remaining two tribes in the south, forming the Kingdom of Judah. The Lord called a mighty prophet, Elijah, to remind His people of their true King: Jehovah (Jesus Christ). Elijah testified to the people that their idol worship was taking them farther away from God.
Going from tabernacle to temple was a big deal for the Israelites. So big, in fact, that even those building the temple had to be worthy of the task. David’s sin in his lust for Bathsheba disqualified him to build the Lord’s house, resulting in his son Solomon completing it. For building the temple with a pure heart, the Lord promised Solomon that so long as he kept the commandments, “I will dwell among the children of Israel, and will not forsake my people” (1 Kings 6:13).
The story of David versus Goliath teaches many important principles, with one being that if we try our best and have real faith in God, He will help us make the most of our efforts. Though an army was present and he was offered the king’s armor, David brought his sling and his belief that the Lord would prevail through him. It was enough: “the Lord saveth not with sword and spear” (1 Samuel 17:47) but with trust and hope.