Lesson kit: Jesus and Jairus's Daughter

Lesson aim

Jesus has power even over death and cares for every child; when we are afraid, we can trust him.

Key verse

“Don't be afraid, only believe.” Mark 5:36

Lesson plan

1. 1

   Welcome · 5 minutes

   Greet the children, sing a song they know and say a short prayer.

2. 2

   The story · 10 minutes

   Tell the story with the illustrations on the big screen or by reading it aloud, page by page.

   Open on the big screen →
3. 3

   Talk · 10 minutes

   Ask the questions below and let the children answer in their own words.

4. 4

   Activity · 10 minutes

   Hand out the printed sheet: each child draws their favourite scene and practises the verse.

5. 5

   Closing prayer · 2 minutes

   Close by thanking God for what you learned today. Jesus has power even over death and cares for every child; when we are afraid, we can trust him.

Discussion questions

1. What did Jairus ask Jesus to do?
2. What did Jesus say to Jairus when the sad news came?
3. When you feel afraid, how can you remember to trust Jesus?

Summary for the teacher

Jairus, a synagogue leader, asked Jesus to come and heal his twelve-year-old daughter, who was dying. On the way, news came that the girl had died, but Jesus told Jairus: "Don't be afraid, only believe". At the house, everyone was crying. Jesus went into the room with the parents and three disciples, took the girl's hand, and said: "Talitha cumi", which means "Girl, get up". She got up and began to walk, and Jesus told them to give her something to eat.