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John 16 · Grade 2

Sad Turns to Glad

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Read the Story

Jesus told His friends He was going away. They were sad. Jesus said it was good, because He would send the Holy Spirit. The Spirit would help them.

The Holy Spirit would teach them what is true. He would show them more about Jesus.

Jesus said, You will be sad for a little while. Then your sad hearts will be glad! Jesus said, In the world you will have trouble. But be brave! I have won over the world.

Show What You Know

Circle the right answer, or write it on the lines.

  1. Why were Jesus' friends sad?

    Jesus was going awayWhat is trueThe Holy Spirit

  2. Who would Jesus send?

    Won over the worldThey would be gladThe Holy Spirit

  3. What would the Spirit teach them?

    They would be gladWhat is trueThe Holy Spirit

  4. What would happen to their sad hearts?

    The Holy SpiritThey would be gladWon over the world

  5. What did Jesus say He has done?

    Won over the worldThe Holy SpiritWhat is true

Word Search

Find and circle each word. Words go across and down.

OSPIRITKYSPPVWUGHPCOUNSELORWDROIBWMUDCPRWTOTMNJJEOIMRPSAWOAWAUKLJHTYCNTLHELPYOEHP
  • COUNSELOR
  • SPIRIT
  • SORROW
  • TRUTH
  • PEACE
  • WOMAN
  • HELP
  • JOY

Prayer

Dear God, thank You for this Bible story. Help me to . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • What sad time did God turn around for you?
  • Jesus promised His friends they would not be alone. Who could you help feel less alone?
  • Jesus said to ask the Father in His name. What would you like to ask God for?

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