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Apr 2025
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Easter Series: Good Friday

Sherilyn R. Grant and Christian Parenting
About this episode

In this deeply meaningful episode of Truth Seekers: Bible Stories for Kids, we walk through the events of Good Friday, the day Jesus gave His life on the cross. Though it’s a sad and serious moment in the Bible, it’s also the day that shows just how much Jesus loves us.

Children will learn why Jesus chose to die for our sins, what happened at the cross, and how God’s great plan to save the world was fulfilled through Jesus’ sacrifice.

Truth Seekers is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org

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