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Weekend Resources
3/22
Lesson: Cleansing of the Temple
Bible Passage: Matthew 21:12-17; Mark 11:15-18
Elementary Focus Verses: Psalm 103:8–10; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 2:24
Summary: Jesus entered the temple and drove out the money changers and merchants who had used the temple of the Lord as a way to fill their pockets. He said to them: “Is it not written, ‘My house shall be called a house of prayer for all the nations’? But you have made it a den of robbers.” The chief priests and scribes heard this and began to search for a way to get rid of Him because they feared the impact His teaching was having on the crowds.
Memory Verse: John 15:9 As the Father has loved Me, so have I loved you. Abide in My love.
3/29
Lesson: Judas Betrays Jesus
Bible Passage: Luke 22:1-6, 39-53; John 13:1-17
Elementary Focus Verses: Hebrews 4:13; Romans 5:8; Ephesians 3:17-19
Summary: The religious leaders plotted against Jesus, and Judas Iscariot agreed to betray Him for silver. During the Passover meal, Jesus foretold His suffering and betrayal. Later, in the garden, Jesus prayed, but His disciples slept. Judas led a mob to arrest Jesus and betrayed Him with a kiss. Jesus was arrested and taken away.
Memory Verse: John 15:9 As the Father has loved Me, so have I loved you. Abide in My love.