YEA Lesson Library
Jesus Goes to Heaven
About This Lesson
This lesson teaches Jesus' ascension to heaven.
Scriptures
Mark 16:19-20
Luke 24:49-53
John 6:62
John 16:7
John 20:17
Acts 1:9-11
Romans 8:34
Words to Know
BELIEVE - to trust it to be true
RISE - to go up
The Lesson
Jesus was getting ready to go to be with His Father. His job here on earth was finished. Now He had another job to do. He would be in heaven sitting next to His Father. That way He could talk to God about His people here on earth.
The disciples were afraid. They didn’t want Jesus to leave them. Jesus told them that He would come back again. He was going to make a place ready for us one day.
Jesus was talking to His disciples. All of a sudden He began to rise up in the clouds. Up, up, up He went. Finally, they couldn’t see Him any more. Instead, the disciples saw two angels standing with them. The angels told them not to be afraid. They said Jesus would come back some day.
It was very important for Jesus to go away and leave His disciples. It was for their own good!
Daily Devotions
Sunday - John 16:7
Monday - Mark 16:19
Tuesday - Luke 24:51
Wednesday - Acts 1:9
Thursday - John 6:62
Friday - John 20:17
Saturday - Romans 8:34
Objectives
At the end of this lesson, students will be able to:
1. Describe how Jesus went to heaven.
2. Tell why the disciples were afraid when Jesus went away.
3. Explain what Jesus is doing in heaven.
4. Recite their memory verse.
Topics & Themes
Angel(s)
Disciples
Fear
God’s Kingdom
God’s Love
God’s Provision
Jesus, Ascension
Jesus, in Heaven
Jesus, Return of
Materials Needed
YEA students and teacher’s books, Bible, pictures of children involved in various activities, 11 x 17 blue construction paper, poster paint, small plates, paint brushes, newsprint pad, baby wipes for clean-up, old shirts, attendance and memory verse charts, stickers, songbook, CD/cassette tape, CD/tape player, snack
Preparation
Children’s feelings are often very near the surface, and their actions are often clues to their inner lives. If the child’s physical needs are being met, he will develop a feeling of security and safety. And, as the child begins to feel secure, he will begin to interact with you as the teacher, and with the other children. Your classroom should aid in making sure the physical needs are met. Restroom facilities should be nearby. The teacher should meet the children as they arrive, and make them feel welcome. Depending on the time that your class meets, it may be a good idea to provide a light snack and something to drink for the children.
This lesson about the ascension of Christ, may leave the children feeling abandoned. Careful attention must be given to reassure them that they are not alone. He left His Holy Spirit here to minister to us. Jesus went away for a reason. He went to prepare a place for us to be with Him. He is in heaven talking to the Father about our needs.
You may want to cut out pictures of children in school, playing, coloring or sitting, from magazines to be used to introduce this lesson. Ask the children how many of them go to preschool or daycare. Show the pictures of some activities that take place there.
You may want to cover your table with newspaper to protect it from the paint used in the activity.
Review Questions
1. Why did Cathy cry at her preschool?
2. Why were Jesus’ disciples afraid?
3. Where was Jesus going?
4. How did Jesus go?
5. Who did the disciples see standing with them?
6. What did the angels tell the disciples?
REACH Activity
Letter: U
Word: up
Sentence:
SUDDENLY, JESUS WENT UP INTO THE CLOUDS. THE DISCIPLES COULDN’T SEE JESUS! JESUS WILL RETURN SOMEDAY.
Song
“Happy All The Time” is on page 40 of the Kids Classics Collection.
Closing Prayer
Dear Father, thank you that Jesus went up, up, up to be with you. I am glad that He is there talking to you about me. Help me remember that I don’t have to be afraid, because He will come back some day. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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