Reading path · 7 stories

Holy Week and Easter

Seven stories from Palm Sunday to the empty tomb.

Read them in order. Do one a day, or all at once. Your progress is saved on this device.

About 112 minutes in all. About 16 minutes each.

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These stories include an arrest and Jesus's death on a cross. They are told plainly, without graphic detail. If they bring up big feelings, talk with a parent, pastor, or trusted adult. In the United States, you can call or text 988 any time.

  1. Palm SundayA humble king rides into Jerusalem, and the crowds shout Hosanna.Matthew 21:1-17 · About 18 min
  2. The Last SupperJesus gives himself to his friends: "given for you."Luke 22:7-34 · About 20 minHeads up: This story talks about betrayal and about Jesus's coming suffering and death.
  3. GethsemaneJesus prays in deep sorrow, and his friends run away.Matthew 26:36-56 · About 17 minHeads up: This story includes an arrest and a sword wound.
  4. Peter Denies JesusPeter fails three times. Jesus had already prayed for him.Luke 22:54-62 · About 14 minHeads up: This story takes place on the night Jesus was arrested, the night before he was killed.
  5. Jesus Before PilateThe guilty man goes free, and Jesus takes his place.Luke 22:63 to 23:25 · About 19 minHeads up: Jesus is mocked, beaten, and sentenced to death, told without graphic detail.
  6. The CrucifixionJesus dies on the cross, and prays for the people who hurt him.Luke 23:26-56 · About 14 minHeads up: This story tells how Jesus was put to death on a cross. It is told plainly, without graphic detail.
  7. The ResurrectionSunday morning, the tomb is empty. He is risen.Luke 24:1-12 · About 10 min
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