MAY 3 - MAY 9
THE CROSS
Hey Lightgliders!
Did you know that the Far Greater Story is not a fairy tale or a myth? All we have talked about over the last few weeks--Creation, Rebellion, Redemption, and Restoration--is absolutely true. It was proven true by an event that we can investigate--the death and resurrection of Jesus.
Think about that. Something happened in human history that proves that the story of God’s love for you is true.
As a refresher, here are all the parts of the Far Greater Story:
• Creation tells us how this world became a reality. God created.
• Rebellion explains why there is suffering and brokenness in this world. It is because we and everyone else are sinners. Sin has consequences and requires judgment.
• Redemption shares how Jesus paid the penalty for our sin at the cross and bought back our lives. He took the judgment for our sin.
• Restoration gives us insight into why our future is bright. Jesus will restore all that is broken, and God will live with His people forever.
• The Cross proves that this is no fairy tale. This is a true story based upon facts.
Christianity rests upon the cross event. If Jesus did not die on a cross and come back to life, then our faith in Him is only wishful thinking. But the truth is that He did die. He was buried in a tomb and He rose again, defeating death and conquering sin on our behalf. We recently celebrated this amazing, true event at Easter! This good news of the gospel is that by trusting in Jesus and in what He did for us at the cross, we can be forgiven and live with God forever.
“I passed on to you what was most important and what had also been passed on to me. Christ died for our sins, just as the Scriptures said. He was buried, and he was raised from the dead on the third day, just as the Scriptures said.” - 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 (NLT)
Glide On!
Tova
Here are some activities for you to do and questions to reflect upon this week in Lightgliders. Do these by yourself or with a family member!
Things to Do This Week:
• Play the BRAND Game of the Week, Mission: Neglected Institute!
• Watch the Spark and Prayer Videos
The Cross
From East to West
• Check out the Lightglider Spotlight on the front page to see who’s shining this week!
Lightglider Academy Events This Week:
• Monday: Jokes with Norman Snowman Cook in Mission Control at 5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST! Don’t miss this hilarious hang!
• Tuesday: Come to the Spotlight Celebration at 5:30pm EST / 4:30pm CST in the Courtyard to congratulate this week’s Lightglider RES head recipients!
• Wednesday: Come to the Courtyard at 4pm EST / 3pm CST for a game of 20 Questions!
• Thursday: Join us in the Library at 6pm EST / 5pm CST for a Bible Chat to discuss this week’s theme and verse!
• Friday: Meet game designer, Corrigan Hickory Sage, in the Innovation Lab at 5pm EST / 4pm CST to share game ideas!
• Saturday: Connect with the Ambassadors in the Courtyard at 3pm EST / 2pm CST for some fun and games.
Things to Think About This Week:
• Read 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 in the Bible. According to these verses, what does the author say is the most important thing that he has passed on?
• Why is the cross so important?
• What Lightglider values come from understanding Creation and Rebellion?
• What Lightglider values come from understanding Redemption and Restoration?
• What evidence is there for Jesus’ resurrection?
