Christ's resurrection and ascension
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain Christian beliefs about the resurrection and ascension of Jesus including the importance and influence of these beliefs today.
Key learning points
- The resurrection refers to Jesus coming back to life after his crucifixion.
- The Gospels state that Jesus' tomb was found empty, with differing accounts of his first appearance.
- The ascension refers to Jesus going up into heaven 40 days after he resurrected.
- Many Christians view the resurrection and ascension as proof of the afterlife.
- The resurrection and ascension are important to many Christians today and impact their beliefs and actions.
Keywords
Ascension - when Jesus went up to heaven from earth
The resurrection - the belief that Jesus rose from the dead after three days
Salvation - the deliverance of humanity from sin
Common misconception
Jesus ascended immediately after his resurrection.
Jesus ascended into heaven 40 days after his resurrection according to the New Testament.
Teacher tip
You may wish to provide students with a copy of Luke 24 to support analysis and application of sources of wisdom and authority.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match each term to its meaning.
Jesus’ death on the cross
to break someone’s trust
followers of Jesus
the reconciliation of God and humanity
Q2.What was the Last Supper?
Q3.Who sentenced Jesus to crucifixion?
Q4.What did Jesus say the bread represented at the Last Supper?
Q5.How did Judas betray Jesus?
Q6.What do many Christians believe Jesus’ crucifixion provided?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.The four contain different accounts of Jesus’ resurrection.
Q2.According to Christian belief, Jesus ascended into after his resurrection.
Q3.What does the resurrection refer to?
Q4.Who discovered Jesus’ tomb was empty?
Q5.How long after the resurrection did Jesus ascend?
Q6.Why is the ascension important to Christians?
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