The Big Questions:
What happened right before Jesus and the disciples went to the Garden of Gethsemane? the Last Supper
Which disciples did Jesus take with him? Peter, James and John
Why did Jesus take his disciples to the Garden of Gethsemane? to pray
What did the disciples do while Jesus was praying? they were sleeping
Which disciple brought the Jewish leaders and soldiers to arrest Jesus? Judas
As Jesus was praying that night, he told his Father that even though he knew what he was getting ready to go through would be painful, he would do it if it was his will. Are you willing to do what God asks of you? Can you say, "Not my will but yours be done God"?
Parent At Home Activity: Garden of Gethsemane Cupcakes
Make special Garden of Gethsemane Cupcakes with your children! Bake cupcakes together that they can decorate like a garden using dark frosting, chocolate rocks and green grass (colored coconut shavings), be creative and have fun! While you bake and decorate together encourage discussion with your children about what happened that night for Jesus is the Garden of Gethsemane, talk with them about the importance of prayer and ask them if there is anything they would like you to pray for them about (and then do it right then and there with them!).
Memory Verse:
John 14:1 “Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me.”