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1 . 8 0 0 . 3 2 5 . 3 0 4 0 7 GRADE 5 TEACHER GUIDE SAMPLE 2 3 3 UNIT 7 Jesus Saves the World U N I T T H E M E Most of the Bible accounts in Unit 7 occur over one week. But what a week it was! Most important, the Bible accounts in this unit all come together under the theme of salvation. The transfiguration account sets up the unit as Jesus reveals His heavenly glory to His disciples. Jesus further demonstrates His power, including His power over death as He raises others to life—a fore- shadowing of His own resurrection on Easter morning. The remainder of the unit focuses on the events of Holy Week. From Jesus' trium- phal entry into Jerusalem, through His Passion and suffering, to His glorious res- urrection on Easter, these accounts focus on the great work of salvation carried out by Jesus. While this one week in history changed our lives for all eternity, the complete story is much greater than one week. This one week is the summit of the great metanarrative of Scripture, the superla- tive of the epic account of faith. As you guide your students through these les- sons, help them understand how these accounts are the culmination of the events that began with the promises God gave back in Genesis 3. The promise of salvation given after the fall into sin is now fulfilled in the person and life of Jesus Christ. U N I T L E S S O N S 51. Jesus Shows His Glory Matthew 17:1–13; Mark 9:2–13; Luke 9:28–36 52. Jesus Raises Lazarus John 11:1–45 53. Jesus Rides to Jerusalem to Save Us Matthew 21:1–11; Mark 11:1–11; Luke 19:28–40; John 12:12–19 54. Jesus' Farewell Words to and for His Disciples John 14–17 55. Peter Denies Jesus Matthew 26:69–75; Mark 14:66– 72; Luke 22:54–62; John 18:15–18, 25–27 56. Jesus Dies and Is Buried Matthew 27:45–66; Mark 15:33–47; Luke 23:44–56; John 19:28–42 57. Jesus Rises from the Dead Mark 16:1–8 58. On the Road to Emmaus Luke 24:13–35 59. Jesus Appears to the Disciples and Peter John 21 60. Jesus' Ascension Luke 24:50–53; Acts 1:1–11 U N I T F O C U S F O R G R A D E 5 This unit is not only the focal point of our studies of our Christian faith this year but it is also the focus of the entire Bible—and by God's grace, it is also the focus of our entire life! Our studies in math and science and social studies are essential for daily life, but it is in our study of Scripture that all these blessings find their true purpose and meaning through life in Christ. God blesses us with intelligence and abilities and talents, and He guides us to use these for our personal welfare— this is true. But He also desires that we use these blessings for the good of others and to the glory of the Lord. This unit takes us from Jesus' transfiguration to His ascension. In the Holy Week and post-Easter lessons, we see God's covenant promises being fulfilled in Christ Jesus. We cannot save ourselves; only Jesus could do that for us because He is the sinless Son of God. Amazingly, He is also our substitute! Jesus suffered all things, died on the cross, and arose on Easter to complete our salvation. It is finished! He gives His victory to us, offering us the gifts of forgiveness and eternal life through His loving grace and mercy. May the comfort and assurance of God's grace be the center of your classroom, students' lives, and your life!

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