Episode Summary

This week on Drive Time, we’re learning about the greatest act of love in all of history—when Jesus gave His life for us. In Alive Week 10, our theme is Jesus Gives, step four of the Gospel Plan. Kids will discover that Jesus willingly took the punishment for our sin, showing mercy and love beyond measure.

Jesus carried His cross to Golgotha, where He was nailed to it and mocked by onlookers. Though He never sinned, He gave His life willingly to save us. But the story doesn’t end there—three days later, He rose from the dead! Jesus defeated death so we could have eternal life with Him.

Jesus gave His life to save us from our sin.
This act of love reminds us that God’s mercy means we don’t get what we deserve—because Jesus took our place.

“And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Abba! Father!’” — Galatians 4:6 (ESV)

Take turns saying one word of this month’s verse around the car. If someone forgets a word, start over—this time, faster! See how many rounds your family can complete.

Talk about these questions as a family:

• Why did Jesus die on the cross?

• What happened three days later?

• How does Jesus giving His life show us God’s love?

Jesus gave His life so we could live forever with God. His love is the reason we can truly be Alive in Christ!

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