Bible verses for children
The announcement of resurrection.
Matthew 28:6
He is not here, for he has risen, just like he said. Come, see the place where the Lord was lying.
Matthew 28:6 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
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What does this verse mean?
The messenger tells the women that Jesus has risen and invites them to see the empty place. Christians celebrate this as resurrection hope, not simply a happy ending to an ordinary story.
Read the account together and name what changes between fear, grief and the announcement of hope.
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Why would this news matter to Jesus’ friends?
An example from the Bible
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Jesus Is Alive: The Empty Tomb
Matthew 28:1–10; Mark 16:1–11; Luke 24:1–12; John 20:1–18
At dawn on the first day of the week, the women found Jesus’ tomb open, and Mary Magdalene met the risen Lord.
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Bible context & readings +
Matthew 28:1–10 describes the women at the tomb, the angel’s announcement and their encounter with Jesus. The verse belongs to that resurrection account, which is central to Christian faith.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
Jesus, help us understand the hope of your resurrection. Amen.
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Mary Magdalene at the Empty Tomb Bible Comic Colouring Page for Kids
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