The Emmaus Disciples
Luke 24
Continue the conversation throughout the week with your kids by asking them questions pertaining to the lesson from Sunday at Redemption Kids.
The questions asked below were asked on Sunday during our time at Redemption Kids. Take some time to read the passage together, discuss the questions, watch a BRAND NEW video of the lesson, memorize the Bible verse, and remember the big idea of this week!
Ask the Questions
Bigs Discussion Questions
Did the two disciples know Jesus was talking with them? (no, Luke 24:16)
What had the people hoped Jesus would do? (redeem Israel, Luke 24:21)
What did Jesus use to teach about Himself? (all of the Scriptures, Luke 24:27)
What is your favorite Old Testament story, and how does it point to Jesus?
Guide kids to discuss stories they enjoyed learning about from the Old Testament. Consider using the Small Group Timeline to point out specific stories your group has covered. Help the kids remember how those stories connect to the one big story of Jesus.
When do you feel most excited about Jesus and the gospel?
Encourage the kids to be honest about their feelings. Some kids may feel most excited when learning new things about the Bible. Other kids may feel most excited when doing good deeds to honor Jesus with their lives. And still others may feel most excited when they are singing praises or praying to Him. Help kids see that all three are normal, good responses to the truth of Jesus.
How can we be a part of the story of Jesus?
Guide kids to think about the ways we can live on mission and allow God’s power to work through us. Discuss the importance of using our time, talents, and resources to glorify Jesus in the world.
Elementary Discussion Questions
What were the two disciples talking about as they walked, and why were they upset?
Lead kids to recall that the disciples were very sad about Jesus’ death. All of Jerusalem had witnessed Jesus’ triumphal entry and then His death on the cross. Jesus’ disciples had scattered when He was arrested, but the two disciples traveling to Emmaus had heard rumors that Mary and the other women had seen Jesus alive. But they didn’t know what to believe!
How is the Bible all about Jesus?
Help kids recognize that Jesus was God’s plan all along. Adam and Eve sinned, so God worked out His plan to send Jesus to rescue people from sin. The Old Testament points forward to Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection—the time when Jesus would bring God’s promised salvation for sinners.
How do you think the disciples must have felt to finally realize the person they saw was Jesus? Invite kids to share their thoughts. Compare the disciples’ recognition of Jesus to the transformation we might experience when we trust in Him for salvation. When Jesus saves us, He brings light into our dark lives. We were dead in sin, but He makes us alive.
Watch the Videos
Remember the 3 B’s
Big Picture Question: Where is Jesus now? Jesus ascended to heaven where He is seated at the right hand of the Father.
Big Idea: Jesus taught that all the Scriptures point to Him.
Bible Verse to Memorize - Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live. - John 11:25
Practice Catechism
Question 3: How many persons are there in God?
Answer: There are three persons in the one true and living God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They are the same in substance, equal in power and glory.
