Big Story Gospel Conversation Guide
April 2026 – Elementary: Block Party
Elementary:
Application: Celebrating Jesus and joy that never ends
Memory Verse: “Always be joyful because you belong to the Lord. I will say it again. Be joyful.” Philippians 4:4 NIrV
Jesus is alive! And we can’t wait to help you celebrate with the kids in your ministry. When Jesus died for our sins, He reconciled us to God, and then when He stepped out of the tomb, He defeated the power of death. This is the reason that we can have joy, no matter what’s going on in our lives. This was all part of God’s rescue plan that began in the Garden.
Our month begins with the worst day in history, when Jesus was crucified, followed by the very best day: when He rose again! Then we travel along with two friends on the road to Emmaus and experience their surprise and joy when the stranger they meet turns out to be Jesus. We discover the enormous job that Jesus gave to His followers, including us, before returning to heaven. And with the disciples, we witness the amazing arrival of God’s Holy Spirit at Pentecost, sealing the promise that Jesus gave to always be with us, and guiding and helping us every day. In fact, the Holy Spirit is constantly at work in the lives of Jesus’ followers, producing a harvest of joy (along with love, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control). Kids will discover that when we lean into the Holy Spirit, we can experience this joy that’s far deeper than mere happiness.
Memory Verse:
Lesson & Activities:
Week 1– April 5- Easter
Bible Story: Easter (Crucified and Risen) • John 18–20:23
Bottom Line: You can have joy because Jesus is alive.
- K-4th lesson
- 5th lesson
- SN Min Modified Curriculum
- Activity Pages:
Week 2– April 12
Bible Story: On the Road to Emmaus • Luke 24:13-35
Bottom Line: You can have joy because there is a bigger story.
- K-4th lesson
- 5th lesson
- SN Min Modified Curriculum
- Activity pages:
Week 3– April 19
Bible Story: Great Commission and Ascension • Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:1-11
Bottom Line: You can share the good news about Jesus.
- K-4th lesson
- 5th lesson
- SN Min Modified Curriculum
- Activity pages:
Week 4– April 26
Bible Story: Pentecost / Fruit of the Spirit • Acts 2:1-41 (supporting: Galatians 5:22-23)
Bottom Line: The Holy Spirit gives you joy.
- K-4th lesson
- 5th lesson
- SN Min Modified Curriculum
- Activity pages:
Devotionals:
Videos:
Worship Songs:
They can be practicing during the week.
5th: Oh Happy Day and Alive
19th: The Joy and Oh Happy Day
