Behold the Lamb

Day 47 - God is At Work While We Are At Rest

Day 47 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross. Author & Voice: Jerrika Dickerson As the women approach the tomb at dawn, they discover what they never expected—while they were waiting, God was already at work. The resurrection reminds us that even in seasons of silence, grief, or uncertainty, God is not idle; He is accomplishing what we cannot see. In this episode, we’re invited to embrace Sabbath rest not as inactivity, but as trust—believing that because Jesus has secured the victory, we can rest in the confidence that God is always working on our behalf. Scripture 1. Matthew 28:1 Reflection Questions 1. Where are you tempted to rush instead of rest? 2. What does Sabbath look like in your week—not just a day off, but real soul rest in God? 3. How does the resurrection give you confidence to rest, even in seasons when you don’t yet see the victory? 4. Are you willing to trust that God is working, even when it looks like nothing is happening? Kid-Friendly Question 1. Have you ever had to wait for something really good? What did it feel like to wait? 2. Easter reminds us that Jesus is alive! What does that mean to you? Spiritual Practice - Sabbath Sabbath is hard enough for us when we aren’t going through a major trial of some kind. Odds are, there is an area of your life that feels dark and too heavy to hold. But resurrection means God is working even in what feels lifeless. Today, you are going to lay it down. It is time to rest. If a full day feels out of reach, start with half a day or even an evening. Sabbath is not about perfection; it’s about creating sacred space to stop, rest, delight, and worship. During this time, put your phone away. Stop obsessing over how you are going to solve the issues in your life and trust God instead. Ask yourself: What brings rest to my body and joy to my spirit? And then do those things. Fill your Sabbath with what restores your spirit. Sabbath is not meant to restrict us; it is meant to free us. Ideas for Sabbath: 1. Worship or attend church 2. Take a walk in nature 3. Share a slow meal with loved ones 4. Read Scripture or a good book 5. Nap, journal, listen to music As you rest today, remember: the tomb is empty, the Savior lives, and the story isn’t over. Rest in that truth.

Day 46 - As You Are Going

Day 46 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross. Author & Voice: Glyn McKay Jesus’ final command wasn’t just to “go,” but to live on mission as you are going. The Great Commission is not limited to distant places—it’s a call to make disciples in the everyday moments of life. In this episode, we’re reminded that wherever we are—at work, at home, or on the move—we are sent, and we do not go alone. The One with all authority goes with us, empowering us to live out His mission every step of the way. Scripture 1. Matthew 28:16-20 Reflection Questions 1. Are you waiting for a “big moment” to share your faith or disciple someone? 2. Where do you already go every week, where God may be calling you to open your eyes and engage? 3. Have you let the idea of evangelism become intimidating, instead of relational? Kid-Friendly Question 1. Who are some people at school or in your neighborhood that you think Jesus wants you to be kind to or talk to about Him? Spiritual Practice - Community and Evangelism 1. Build Intentional Community Identify 1–2 people in your daily or weekly rhythms who don’t know Christ or need encouragement in their faith. Invite them for coffee, a meal, or into your family’s life. 2. Live Missionally Where You Are Write down 3 places you regularly go (e.g., gym, school drop-off, work). Ask God to show you how to be a disciple-maker as you are going into those spaces. 3. Pray the Commission Daily Each morning this week, pray Matthew 28:18–20 aloud. Let it frame your day with purpose.

Day 45 - Let Eyes Be Opened

Day 45 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross. Author & Voice: Angela Obani As the disciples obey Jesus and go to meet Him, some arrive with worship—and others with doubt. Yet Jesus meets them all, revealing that He is not deterred by honest questions but draws near to open their eyes. From mountaintop encounters to ordinary meals, His presence transforms uncertainty into clarity and worship into witness. In this episode, we’re invited to seek Him, trust Him, and remain open to how He reveals Himself—knowing that when He does, everything changes. Scripture 1. Matthew 28:16-17, Luke 24:30-31 Reflection Questions 1. Where do you go to meet with Jesus? 2. In what ways do you need to be remade, like the disciples on the mountain? 3. How are you demonstrating the faith of the travelers to share and be welcoming? Kid-Friendly Question 1. When you have quiet time with God, who is He telling you to share Jesus with? Spiritual Practice - Silence & Stillness 1. Pray and ask God to reveal a dedicated place where you may consistently have a quiet time to experience His presence and worship in solitude. 2. Set calendar requests and alarms to block out and remind you of these times. 3. Sit in silence and reflect on ways your eyes need to be opened for Jesus. 4. As you sit in stillness, thank Him for always keeping His promises and meeting you wherever you are.

Day 44 - From Worship to Witness

Day 44 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross. Author: Arlene Sanabria Voice: Maddie Huang When the women encounter the risen Jesus, they fall at His feet in worship—but He doesn’t leave them there. He lifts them with a mission: “Do not be afraid… go and tell.” This moment reveals the pattern of discipleship—encounter, worship, then witness. In this episode, we’re reminded that true worship doesn’t end at His feet; it overflows into obedience, as we are sent to share the hope of the risen Christ with others. Scripture 1. Matthew 28:9-10 Reflection Questions 1. Am I truly surrendering my heart in worship, or just acknowledging Jesus without fully engaging? 2. What is keeping me from moving from worship to action? 3. Who is Jesus sending me to today with a message of hope? 4. What fear do I need to surrender to Jesus in order to obey His call? 5. How can my personal worship become a public witness this week? Kid-Friendly Question 1. What would you do if you saw Jesus in front of you? 2. How can you tell someone that Jesus is alive? 3. Is there someone you can show God’s love to today? Spiritual Practice - Thankfulness & Worship Take a few moments today to reflect on who Jesus is and what He has done in your life. Make a short list of five things you’re thankful for—big or small. Then, turn those into words of worship. Say out loud or write a simple prayer of thanks: “Jesus, I praise You because...” or “Thank You, Lord, for...” Let your gratitude lead you into worship. True worship naturally leads to mission—when your heart is full of thanks, your mouth will overflow with testimony. The same Jesus who met the women on the road walks with you today. Worship Him not only with your words, but with your willingness to go and tell.

Day 43 - What Will You Choose?

Day 43 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross. Author & Voice: Erin. Benton When confronted with the truth of the resurrection, the guards chose comfort over conviction—trading what they knew was real for what felt safe. This moment exposes a choice we all face: will we confess the truth of Jesus with our lives, or suppress it to protect our comfort? In this episode, we’re invited to choose truth over convenience, aligning not just our words, but our lives with the reality that Jesus is risen. Scripture 1. Matthew 28:11-15 Reflection Questions 1. Where in my life am I tempted to deny the truth of who Jesus is, for fear of discomfort or inconvenience? 2. What might God be inviting me to confess, either in my heart or through my actions, that I’ve been holding back? 3. How might fasting reveal areas where I am choosing the comfort of this world over the truth of Christ’s resurrection? Kid-Friendly Question 1. Is there something that you could give up, go without, fast from that would help you spend more time with Jesus? Spiritual Practice - Confession & Fasting Although we may have been practicing fasting as just a discipline throughout Lent, take this opportunity to fast with joy during Holy Week. Thank the Lord for wanting to transform us into His image and giving us practices for doing that. Take that humility that fasting created this season and turn it into thanksgiving and joy towards the One who wants to be with us!