John 20

Sunday School Lesson: The Resurrection – Victory, Hope, and Faith – John 20:1-31

Introduction: Why This Matters for Teens Teenagers often face fear, doubt, and uncertainty about the future. John 20 shows that Jesus’ resurrection is real, giving victory over death, hope for life, and faith to believe. This lesson helps teens understand that God’s power is alive, He keeps His promises, and following Jesus leads to new life. Bible Reading 1: John 20:1-10 (The Empty Tomb) “Early on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed. She ran to Simon Peter and the other disciple, saying, ‘They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have put Him!’ Peter and the other disciple ran … Read more

Can You Believe it? Doubting Thomas Bible Study for Youth

Can You Believe it? Doubting Thomas Bible Study for Youth

Youth Suggestions to Discuss Doubt: Adolescents face tremendous challenges throughout their daily lives. The best time to teach any teenage Bible lesson is before the problem gets out of control. It’s essential to build in our youth a solid foundation of faith that will carry them into adulthood. However, it’s also important for teens to understand what they believe and why. Their beliefs shouldn’t be based solely on what adults tell them, but ought to be trusted on their own. Turbulent teenage years often bring doubts and uncertainties. As mentors, we should allow room for questions and doubts, but also guide youth in the direction of Christ as they wonder and explore.  Lesson focus: This lesson reviews the story of … Read more