Exploring. God s. Word. Activity Book New Testament 3 LESSON 1 2/19/18

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1 Exploring God s Word Activity Book New Testament 3 LESSON 1 2/19/18

2 Jesus Teaches His Apostles Coloring Sheet All Ages And when He had called His twelve disciples to Him, He gave them power over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease. Now the names of the twelve apostles are these: first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother; Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus; Simon the Cananite, and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed Him (Matthew 10:1-4). Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 2 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

3 Apostles Matching Game 1st-4th Grades Instructions: Print, cut out, and laminate the cards below. Give a set to each student and have them match the apostle to their characteristics. Judas John Bartholomew Andrew Peter James, Son of Alphaeus Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 3 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

4 1st-4th Grades Matthew Thaddeus Philip Simon the Zealot Thomas James, Brother of John Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 4 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

5 1st-4th Grades Which apostle is this? Has a brother named Andrew Made the great confession in Matthew 16:18 Fisherman Was a disciple of John the Baptizer Which apostle is this? Fisherman Father s name was Zebedee Had a brother named John First apostle to be a martyr for his faith Which apostle is this? Fisherman Had a brother named James Wrote one of the gospel accounts Father s name was Zebedee Which apostle is this? From Bethsaida Told Bartholomew that he found the Messiah Told the Lord, Show us the Father, and it is sufficient for us (John 14:8). Which apostle is this? Was told by Philip that the Messiah was on Earth His name means son of Tolmai Jesus said that there was no deceit in him. Which apostle is this? Tax collector Wrote one of the gospel accounts In Luke s account he is called Levi. Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 5 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

6 1st-4th Grades Which apostle is this? Was also called Didymus, Twin Had doubts after the resurrection Which apostle is this? Another apostle has the same name Father s name was Alphaeus He was the less of the apostles with this name. Which apostle is this? Was also called Judas, but is not the one who betrayed Christ Father s name was James The apostle who had three names Which apostle is this? Was a Canaanite Was called a Zealot Another apostle had the same name until Jesus changed it Which apostle is this? Surname was Iscariot Betrayed Jesus for money Committed suicide Which apostle is this? Had a brother name Peter Fisherman Was from Bethsaida Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 6 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

7 Apostles Arithmetic Worksheet 1st-4th Grades Instructions: Read each sentence, put the correct number on each blank, and then compute the arithmetic to get a number for the last sentence in each group. 1. The number of apostles whose names begin with J (Matthew 10:2-4) PLUS The number of apostles who were tax collectors (Matthew 9:9) PLUS The number of apostles who were fishermen (Mark 1:16-20) EQUALS The number of apostles who did not go with Jesus to the Garden to pray before His arrest + + = 2. The number of letters in the name of the first book of the New Testament (also the name of the apostle who wrote it) PLUS The number of letters in the name of John s brother (Matthew 10:2) EQUALS The number of Jesus apostles + = 3. The number of apostles who betrayed Jesus (Matthew 10:4) PLUS The number of letters in the name of Peter s brother (Matthew 10:2) EQUALS The number of apostles who went fishing with Jesus after His resurrection (John 21:1-2) + = Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 7 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

8 Facts About the Apostles Word Search 1st-4th Grades Instructions: As you search for and circle the words from the previous page, think about what those words have to do with the lesson. W F P F J S J S A M O H T E E S W P M T U Q K H L X I N M A T T H E W C N Q R C C W O L N U D I U H S L A M V G L J U D A S L U I H H W Z V O O A K R T A I X U K S S D H H F M R E T E P N K N F S T N H L E V W A O U V G M L R F J B Y S E M A J H D P W A N X T P A I Y P K M A G J B H J I P S I Z R M A F G N M Y U A X Q G I B I G H U A U T T M W C X Y B Z V P S Z Andrew Bartholomew James James John Judas Thaddeus Thomas Matthew Peter Philip Simon Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 8 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

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10 God gave the apostles power to do miracles. Apostle means one sent. The apostles also served others who needed help, and they healed the sick to prove that their message was from God. Jesus told the apostles to teach others the Gospel. Go into all the world and preach the Gospel to every creature (Matthew 28:18). Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 10 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

11 S E Apologetics L T Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 11 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

12 The apostles went everywhere teaching everyone who would listen. The apostles preached to soldiers, slaves, jailers, kings and governors. Because the apostles taught many people about Jesus, they were often treated badly. Some were tortured and killed. Two apostles (John, Peter) wrote books of the New Testament which were letters (epistles) to churches or individuals. Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 12 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

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14 2 mended their nets [James and John]; 2 sets of brothers [James and John; Peter and Andrew] 1 carried the money bag and betrayed Jesus [Judas]; 1 was a tax collector [Matthew]; 1 brought his brother to Jesus [Andrew] 4 were fishermen [Peter, Andrew, James, John] 3 (often called the inner circle ) were with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, with Him at His transfiguration, and with Him when He healed Jairus daughter [Peter, James, John] Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 14 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

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16 6 told Peter, We will go fishing with you. [Thomas, Nathanael, James, John, 2 others unnamed John 21:2] 5 had 5 letters in their names [James, James, Judas, Peter, Simon] 8 waited outside the garden while Jesus prayed [12 minus Judas Iscariot and the inner circle ] 7 went fishing after Jesus resurrection [Peter plus the above mentioned six John 21:2] Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 16 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

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18 10 met Jesus in the upper room after His resurrection [12 minus Thomas and Judas] 9 waited outside the house of Jairus while Jesus healed his daughter 12 ate the Passover with Jesus before His death (the Last Supper) 11 saw Jesus ascend into heaven [12 minus Judas] Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 18 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

19 Facts About the Apostles Answer Key W F P F J S J S A M O H T E E S W P M T U Q K H L X I N M A T T H E W C N Q R C C W O L N U D I U H S L A M V G L J U D A S L U I H H W Z V O O A K R T A I X U K S S D H H F M R E T E P N K N F S T N H L E V W A O U V G M L R F J B Y S E M A J H D P W A N X T P A I Y P K M A G J B H J I P S I Z R M A F G N M Y U A X Q G I B I G H U A U T T M W C X Y B Z V P S Z Andrew Bartholomew James James John Judas Thaddeus Thomas Matthew Peter Philip Simon Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 19 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

20 Apostles Arithmetic Answer Key 1. The number of apostles whose names begin with J (Matthew 10:2-4) 4 PLUS The number of apostles who were tax collectors (Matthew 9:9) + 1 PLUS The number of apostles who were fishermen (Mark 1:16-20) + 4 EQUALS The number of apostles who did not go with Jesus to the Garden to pray before His arrest = 9 2. The number of letters in the name of the first book of the New Testament (also the name of the apostle who wrote it) 7 PLUS The number of letters in the name of John s brother (Matthew 10:2) + 5 EQUALS The number of Jesus apostles = The number of apostles who betrayed Jesus (Matthew 10:4) 1 PLUS The number of letters in the name of Peter s brother (Matthew 10:2) + 6 EQUALS The number of apostles who went fishing with Jesus after His resurrection (John 21:1-2) = 7 Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 20 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

21 Apostles Matching Game Answer Key Peter Has a brother named Andrew Made the great confession in Matthew 16:18 Fisherman Was a disciple of John the Baptizer James Fisherman Father s name was Zebedee Had a brother named John First apostle to be a martyr for his faith John Fisherman Had a brother named James Wrote one of the gospel accounts Father s name was Zebedee Philip From Bethsaida Told Bartholomew that he found the Messiah Told the Lord, Show us the Father, and it is sufficient for us (John 14:8). Bartholomew Was told by Philip that the Messiah was on Earth His name means son of Tolmai Jesus said that there was no deceit in him. Matthew Tax collector Wrote one of the gospel accounts In Luke s account he is called Levi. Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 21 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

22 Answer Key Thomas Was also called Didymus, Twin Had doubts after the resurrection James Another apostle has the same name Father s name was Alphaeus He was the less of the apostles with this name. Thaddeus Was also called Judas, but is not the one who betrayed Christ Father s name was James The apostle who had three names Simon Was a Canaanite Was called a Zealot Another apostle had the same name until Jesus changed it Judas Surname was Iscariot Betrayed Jesus for money Committed suicide Andrew Had a brother name Peter Fisherman Was from Bethsaida Lesson 1: Twelve Things to Remember about the Apostles Page 22 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

23 Exploring God s Word Activity Book New Testament 3 LESSON 2 3/15/18

24 Jesus Chose Matthew Coloring Sheet All Ages As Jesus passed on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, Follow Me. So he arose and followed Him (Matthew 9:9). Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 24 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

25 Apostles Memory Game 1st-4th Grades Instructions: Print, cut out, and laminate the cards below. Place the cards randomly, face down in six rows. Turn two cards over trying to find a picture and a description that go together. If the two cards match, they are set aside. Otherwise, put the cards back where they were, and try again. Judas John Bartholomew Andrew Peter James, Son of Alphaeus Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 25 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

26 1st-4th Grades Matthew Thaddeus Philip Simon the Zealot Thomas James, Brother of John Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 26 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

27 1st-4th Grades Which apostle is this? Has a brother named Andrew Made the great confession in Matthew 16:18 Fisherman Was a disciple of John the Baptizer Which apostle is this? Fisherman Father s name was Zebedee Had a brother named John First apostle to be a martyr for his faith Which apostle is this? Fisherman Had a brother named James Wrote one of the gospel accounts Father s name was Zebedee Which apostle is this? From Bethsaida Told Bartholomew that he found the Messiah Told the Lord, Show us the Father, and it is sufficient for us (John 14:8). Which apostle is this? Was told by Philip that the Messiah was on Earth His name means son of Tolmai Jesus said that there was no deceit in him. Which apostle is this? Tax collector Wrote one of the gospel accounts In Luke s account he is called Levi. Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 27 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

28 1st-4th Grades Which apostle is this? Was also called Didymus, Twin Had doubts after the resurrection Which apostle is this? Another apostle has the same name Father s name was Alphaeus He was the less of the apostles with this name. Which apostle is this? Was also called Judas, but is not the one who betrayed Christ Father s name was James The apostle who had three names Which apostle is this? Was a Canaanite Was called a Zealot Another apostle had the same name until Jesus changed it Which apostle is this? Surname was Iscariot Betrayed Jesus for money Committed suicide Which apostle is this? Had a brother name Peter Fisherman Was from Bethsaida Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 28 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

29 Apostles Fish Cutouts All Ages Peter Andrew James John Philip Matthew Thomas Bartholomew Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 29 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

30 All Ages James, son of Alphaeus Thaddaeus Simon Judas Iscariot Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 30 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

31 Facts about the Apostles Crossword Puzzle 1st-4th Grades Across 3. I was also called Levi; I was a tax collector (John 1:44-45). 4. I was a brother of James (Mark 3:17). Jesus asked me to take care of His mother when He was dying on the cross. 5. I was also called Lebbaeus (Matthew 10:3). 8. I was the son of Alphaeus (Luke 6:15). 9. I was Andrew's brother. I denied Jesus but became a great preacher. Down 1. The Gospel of John calls me Nathanael. Today I might be called Bart (Luke 6:14). 2. I brought Nathanael to Jesus (John 1:44-45). 4. I was the brother of John and the first apostle to be killed (Acts 12:11). 6. I brought my brother to Jesus (John 1:40-42). 7. I was called a Zealot (Luke 6:15). 8. I carried the money bag for the apostles (John 12:3-6) and betrayed Jesus. 10. The Gospel of John called me Didymus, or the Twin (John 11:16). Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 31 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

32 Special Helpers for Jesus Worksheet 1st-4th Grades Instructions: Unscramble each of the names. Then write the letters in the numbered blocks in the blocks at the bottom of the page with the same numbers. (If you get stuck, sing Jesus Called Them One By One from the lesson or read Matthew 10:2-4). RDAWEN ELATWMROOHB MJSEA SJMAE HNOJ SDAUJ THMWETA EPTRE IILPHP NMOIS USADEDTH OASMHT PHRASE: 1 2 V Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 32 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

33 Answer Key Special Helpers for Jesus ANDREW BARTHOLOMEW PHRASE: TWELVE APOSTLES JAMES JAMES JOHN JUDAS MATTHEW PETER PHILIP SIMON THADDEUS THOMAS Facts About the Apostles B 1 2 M A T T H E W J O H N 3 4 R A I 5T H 6A D D E U 7S M L H N I E I O D 8J A M E S 9P E 10 T E R L R U O H O E D N O M W A M E S A W S P Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 33 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

34 Apostles Memory Game Answer Key Peter Has a brother named Andrew Made the great confession in Matthew 16:18 Fisherman Was a disciple of John the Baptizer James Fisherman Father s name was Zebedee Had a brother named John First apostle to be a martyr for his faith John Fisherman Had a brother named James Wrote one of the gospel accounts Father s name was Zebedee Philip From Bethsaida Told Bartholomew that he found the Messiah Told the Lord, Show us the Father, and it is sufficient for us (John 14:8). Bartholomew Was told by Philip that the Messiah was on Earth His name means son of Tolmai Jesus said that there was no deceit in him. Matthew Tax collector Wrote one of the gospel accounts In Luke s account he is called Levi. Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 34 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

35 Thomas Was also called Didymus, Twin Had doubts after the resurrection James Another apostle has the same name Father s name was Alphaeus He was the less of the apostles with this name. Thaddeus Was also called Judas, but is not the one who betrayed Christ Father s name was James The apostle who had three names Simon Was a Canaanite Was called a Zealot Another apostle had the same name until Jesus changed it Judas Surname was Iscariot Betrayed Jesus for money Committed suicide Andrew Had a brother name Peter Fisherman Was from Bethsaida Lesson 2: Jesus Chose Matthew Page 35 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

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37 Exploring God s Word Activity Book New Testament 3 LESSON 3 2/23/18

38 Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Coloring Sheet All Ages And looking at Jesus as He walked, [John] said, Behold the Lamb of God!... One of the two who heard John speak, and followed Him, was Andrew, Simon Peter s brother. He first found his own brother Simon, and said to him, We have found the Messiah (which is translated, the Christ). And he brought him to Jesus (John 1:36-42a). Lesson 3: Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Page 38 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

39 Fish Game Cutouts All Ages Lesson 3: Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Page 39 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

40 All Ages Lesson 3: Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Page 40 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

41 All Ages Lesson 3: Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Page 41 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

42 Paper Chain Cutout 1st-4th Grades HEAR (Romans 10:17) BELIEVE (John 8:24) REPENT (Luke 13:3,5) CONFESS (Romans 10:9-10) BE BAPTIZED (1 Peter 3:21) LIVE FAITHFULLY (Revelation 2:10) Lesson 3: Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Page 42 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

43 I Can Tell Others About Jesus Like Andrew Did Instructions: Draw a picture of yourself talking to someone you would like to talk to about Jesus. All Ages Lesson 3: Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Page 43 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

44 Clues About the Apostles Worksheet Instructions: Use the clues to unscramble the name of each apostle. 3rd-4th Grades Name 1) imnso epert 2) enwdra Clue I denied Jesus three times. He was a disciple of John the Baptizer. He brought his brother to Jesus. 3) ojnh He was known as the apostle (or the disciple ) whom Jesus loved. 4) majes He was the only apostle whose death is recorded in Scripture (Acts 12:1-3). 5) lhiplip He brought Nathanael to Jesus, and was a disciple of John the Baptizer before following Jesus. 6) tmhaewt He is also called Levi, the son of Alphaeus. He was a tax collector (publican). 7) ajmse 8) moisn 9) atlnahnae He was also called James the Less, which may refer to his stature. He was a Zealot. He was also called Bartholomew. 10) sotmah He was also called Didymus. He was a twin. 11) dusaj He was also called Judas, not Iscariot (John 14:22), and Lebbaeus or Thaddeus (Matthew 10:3). 12) sujad icsartoi He was initially trusted by the other apostles and was allowed to carry the money they had as a group. Lesson 3: Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Page 44 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

45 Answer Key for Apostle Clue Worksheet 1) Simon Peter 2) Andrew 3) John 4) James 5) Phillip 6) Matthew 7) James 8) Simon 9) Nathanael 10) Thomas 11) Judas 12) Judas Iscariot Lesson 3: Andrew Brought His Brother to Jesus Page 45 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

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47 Exploring God s Word Activity Book New Testament 3 LESSON 4 4/10/18

48 Jesus Chose Four Fishermen Coloring Sheet All Ages But Simon answered and said to Him, Master, we have toiled all night and caught nothing; nevertheless at Your word I will let down the net. And when they had done this, they caught a great number of fish, and their net was breaking. So they signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink (Luke 5:5-7). Lesson 4: Jesus Chose Four Fishermen Page 48 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

49 Friends Matching Game Instruction: Draw a line from the verse title to the correct quote. 1st-4th Grades 1 Peter 4:8 Ephesians 4:25 Ephesians 4:32 Ephesians 4:32 Proverbs 17:17 Proverbs 27:10 Matthew 7:12 Proverbs 18:24 Forgive one another. A Friend loves at all times. Do not forsake your friend. Be kind to others. Do to others as you would have them do to you. Don t lie to one another. There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother Love one another Lesson 4: Jesus Chose Four Fishermen Page 49 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

50 Not So Perfect Peter Crossword Puzzle 1st-4th Grades Across 1. Jesus gave Peter this name (John 1:42). 2. Peter preached first gospel sermon on this day (Acts 2:1,14). 3. Peter's occupation (Matthew 4:18). 5. Peter on the water to Jesus (Matthew 14:29). 8. Peter ran to the empty with John (John 20:2-4). 9. Peter's brother (Matthew 4:18). Down 1. Peter taught this Roman soldier (Acts 10:22,23,34). 4. Peter cut off this man's ear (John 18:10). 6. Peter raised this woman (Acts 9:36-41). 7. He put Peter in Prision after killing James (Acts 12:1-3). 8. Peter denied Jesus times (Luke 22:61). Lesson 4: Jesus Chose Four Fishermen Page 50 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

51 Two Peas in a Pod Worksheet Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the correct answers. 1st-4th Grades 1. Which brother was killed by Herod Agrippa? (Acts 12:1-2) 2. Who went with John to see Jesus empty tomb? (John 20:2-5) 3. James and John worked as when Jesus called them (Matthew 4:21). 4. Who was the father of James and John? (Mark 1:20) 5. Which brother was with Peter at the Beautiful Gate when a crippled man was healed? (Acts 3:1-6) 6. Which brother went with Peter to find the upper room for the Last Supper with Jesus? (Luke 22:8) 7. What nickname did Jesus give the two brothers? (Mark 3:17) 8. Which brother wrote five New Testament Books? 9. Which brother was put in prison with Peter for preaching about Jesus? (Acts 3:11 and 4:1-3) 10. Which brother did Jesus ask to take care of His Mother after He died? (John 19:26-27) Lesson 4: Jesus Chose Four Fishermen Page 51 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

52 John 15:12 Word Puzzle 1st-4th Grades Instructions: The object of this puzzle is to put the letters in the boxes in the correct order to spell out the memory verse for this lesson. To do this, choose one letter from each column and move it up into the correct box. (If you need to read the verse a couple of times before you start, do so. Then close your Bible and finish the puzzle without looking.) M U L V M T H H O V N T O A O E I D O I E T M Y E H A V O N S E E E D S N H U C O Y N A T L M R S A O Y I A T Lesson 4: Jesus Chose Four Fishermen Page 52 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

53 Answer Key Friends Matching Game 1 Peter 4:8 Ephesians 4:25 Ephesians 4:32 Ephesians 4:32 Proverbs 17:17 Proverbs 27:10 Matthew 7:12 Proverbs 18:24 Forgive one another. A Friend loves at all times. Do not forsake your friend. Be kind to others. Do to others as you would have them do to you. Don t lie to one another. There is a friend who sticks closer than a brother Love one another Not So Perfect Peter Crossword Puzzle 2 1 C E P H A S O R N P E N T E C O S T L 3F I S H E R 4M A N U A S 5W A L K E 6D 7H 8T O M B C O E H H R R R U C O E S 9A N D R E W S Two Peas in a Pod Work Sheet 1. James 2. Peter 3. Fishermen 4. Zebedee 5. John 6. John 7. Sons of Thunder 8. John 9. John 10. John Across John 15:12 Word Puzzle Down T H I S I S M Y C O M M A N D M E N T T H A T Y O U L O V E O N E A N O T H E R A S I H A V E L O V E D Y O U Lesson 4: Jesus Chose Four Fishermen Page 53 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

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55 Exploring God s Word Activity Book New Testament 3 LESSON 5 3/2/18

56 Thomas the Doubter Coloring Sheet All Ages But without faith it is impossible to please [God] (Hebrews 11:6a). Lesson 5: Thomas the Doubter Page 56 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

57 Faith is the Key 1st-4th Grades Instructions: Unscramble the blocks, placing them in the correct order, to find the definition of faith given in Hebrews 11:1 N G S E V I C E E E N R T H E T A N I T H T H I E S F A F O H O N O P E D U B S I S D E N T S N O W T H I O F C E N G S T H O F Lesson 5: Thomas the Doubter Page 57 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

58 Thomas the Doubter Word Search 1st-4th Grades Instructions: As you search for and circle the words from the previous page, think about what those words have to do with the lesson. B A C P C H A U U C J M H R A Q L E H C A R M V R B J N P A I B S Q W B E V R C N Y R O U L F C Z Y N L E A H D E S A A G T R A H U H A U A G B O S Q A E H R V S B M S A Z M D M S N I T M J J F D F M I O T D F J O N V B O C A J S H T S E A F C A H H P J E E N Q M W Z R I D O H P S R O K E W X H T K H J N B Z M B S N K R O P D X W P R Abraham Anna David Esther Isaac Israel Jacob Joseph Joshua Leah Mary Moses Nehemiah Noah Rachel Lesson 5: Thomas the Doubter Page 58 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

59 What about Thomas? Code Activity 1st-4th Grades Instructions: Use the symbols at the bottom of the page to fill in the blanks. Jesus planned to go to Bethany in Judah because was dying. Most of L A Z A R U S the disciples were, but said, Let us go with A F R A I D T H O M A S Him that we may with Him (John 11:16). D I E After Jesus resurrection, He appeared to the apostles, but Thomas was not there. When the eleven apostles told him they had seen Jesus, he said, Unless I see in His hands the print of the, and put my hand into His, I will not NAILS S I D E B E L I E V E (John 20:25). Eight days later, Jesus appeared again so that Thomas could see Him for Himself. Jesus said to him, Thomas, because you have Me, you have S E E N. Blessed are thoes who have and yet have BELIEVED N O T S E E N (John 20:29). B E L I E V E D Thomas had a faith problem. Hebrews 11:6 tells us that without it is F A I T H to please God. I M P O S S I B L E A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y z Lesson 5: Thomas the Doubter Page 59 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

60 Answer Key Faith is the Key N O W F A I T H I S T H E S U B S T A N C E O F T H I N G S H O P E D F O R T H E E V I D E N C E O F T H I N G S N O T S E E N Thomas the Doubter Word Search B A C P C H A U U C J M H R A Q L E H C A R M V R B J N P A I B S Q W B E V R C N Y R O U L F C Z Y N L E A H D E S A A G T R A H U H A U A G B O S Q A E H R V S B M S A Z M D M S N I T M J J F D F M I O T D F J O N V B O C A J S H T S E A F C A H H P J E E N Q M W Z R I D O H P S R O K E W X H T K H J N B Z M B S N K R O P D X W P R What About Thomas Code Activity Jesus planned to go to Bethany in Juda because Lazarus was dying. Most of the disciples were afraid, But Thomas said, Letus go with Him that we may die with Him (John 11:16) After Jesus resurrection, He appeared to the apostles, but Thomas was not there. When the eleven apostles told him they had seen Jesus, he said, Unless I see in His hands the print of the nails, and put my hand into His side, I will not believe (John 20:25). Eight days later, Jesus appeared again so that Thomas could see Him for Himself. Jesus said to him, Thomas, because you have seen Me, you have believed. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed (John 20:29). Thomas had a faith problem. Hebrews 11:6 tells us that without faith it is impossible to please God. Lesson 5: Thomas the Doubter Page 60 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

61 Exploring God s Word Activity Book New Testament 3 LESSON 6 3/14/18

62 Judas Betrays Jesus Coloring Sheet All Ages And while He was still speaking, behold, Judas, one of the twelve, with a great multitude with swords and clubs, came from the chief priests and elders of the people. Now His betrayer had given them a sign, saying, Whomever I kiss, He is the One; seize Him. Immediately he went up to Jesus and said, Greetings, Rabbi! and kissed Him (Matthew 26:47-49). Lesson 6: Judas and Matthias Page 62 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

63 1. Judas took care of this for the other apostles. (John 13:29) Toasted Traitor Worksheet 1st-4th Grades Instructions: Decide which answer from the column on the right correctly fills in the blanks or answers the questions in the left column. Put the correct letters in the blanks to the left of each number. a. chief priests 2. When did Jesus say, One of you will betray me? (Matthew 26:20-21) 3. Judas went to the to plan his betrayal of Jesus. (Matthew 26:14-15) 4. How much money did Judas take to betray Jesus? (Matthew 26:15) 5. Judas betrayed Jesus with a. (Luke 22:47-48) 6. Judas was the son of. (John 6:71; 13:26) 7. Judas took soldiers to the to find Jesus. (Luke 22:47) 8. What did Judas do after Jesus was arrested? (Matthew 27:5) b. Matthias c. kiss d. Garden of Gethsemane e. Simon Iscariot f. 30 pieces of silver g. hanged himself h. money box i. during the Last Supper j. tried to return money 9. How did Judas die? (Matthew 27:5) 10. Who became an apostle in Judas place? (Acts 1:25-26) Lesson 6: Judas and Matthias Page 63 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

64 Choosing Matthias Multiple Choice 3rd-4th Grades Instructions: Circle the correct answer for each question by reading from Acts chapter one. 1. After Jesus ascended and before the Church was established (Acts 2), there were disciples of Christ. a. 50 b. 120 c. 1,000 d. 3, Where did the disciples wait for the Holy Spirit to come? a. Rome b. Montgomery c. Ninevah d. Jerusalem 3. After Judas hanged himself, what happened to his dead body? a. Eaten by birds b. Buried c. Burned d. Fell and busted 4. Judas was replaced as an apostle by another man who was a. a. Proselyte b. Eunuch c. Resurrection witness d. Death witness 5. After selecting men, they and cast lots to find which man God chose. a. Three, sang b. Two, danced c. Two, prayed d. Two, read Scripture 6. The replacement apostle for Judas was. a. Thomas b. Joseph c. Barsabas d. Matthias 7. The other man s surname (last name) was. a. Barsabas b. Matthias c. Justus e. Howard Lesson 6: Judas and Matthias Page 64 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles

65 Answer Key Toasted Traitor 1. H 2. I 3. A 4. F 5. C 6. E 7. D 8. J 9. G 10. B Choosing Matthias 1. b 2. d 3. d 4. c 5. c 6. d 7. c Lesson 6: Judas and Matthias Page 65 N.T. 3: Part 1 The Apostles