We’re not a huge sports family. We’ve been to one baseball game together, and the only time football is playing at our house is when the Superbowl is on. Nonetheless, the boys like to keep abreast of how the different teams from our city are doing. It has not been a good year. Our baseball team which used to win World Series championships failed to even make the playoffs. The football team lost 11 games and is probably leaving our state. Our hockey team is out of the running for the playoffs, and our soccer team was the third worst team in the conference. My husband gives them the lowdown at breakfast this morning, and it’s become the norm to hear, “Well, at least we’re not the very bottom!” coming from the dining room.
The Winning Team
And yet, as Easter reminds us yet again, we have already won. In the only game that really matters, we are on the winning team. Jesus has won the victory, and as his church we share in the spoils. He conquered Satan on the cross and vanquished death forever on Easter morning. We are promised the same resurrection and life forever with him! Even when we can’t celebrate with our sports teams, we proclaim the resurrection and the lasting joy it brings.
Easter Sketch Notes
Spring can be a hectic time for teachers as Easter break, spring musicals and short weeks make for difficult lesson planning. If you need an extra Easter lesson for your middle schoolers or a fun way to close out a Holy Week unit, this Easter sketch notes lesson is perfect for you! Your students will love the laid-back, creative approach, and you’ll love that it’s no prep required!
If you are looking for this ready-to-use resource for your students, check it out in my store.
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The Best Way to Observe Holy Week – Teach by Faith
Jesus Rends the Heavens on Good Friday – Teach by Faith
A Forgotten Part of Maundy Thursday – Teach by Faith
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Easter – Lutheran Hour Ministries
