Grade 3 CRE The Early Life Of Jesuc Christ – Jesus Christ Walks On Water Notes

Short Story (easy to read)

One night, after teaching people, Jesus told his friends (the disciples) to go in a boat across the lake. Jesus went up a hill to pray. A strong wind and waves hit the boat. The disciples were afraid. In the middle of the lake, they saw someone walking on the water. It was Jesus! He told them, "Do not be afraid." Peter wanted to go to Jesus, so he stepped out of the boat and walked on the water too. But when Peter was afraid, he began to sink. Jesus saved him and helped him into the boat. Then the wind stopped. The disciples praised Jesus and said, "Truly you are the Son of God."

Who is in the story?

• Jesus — he did a miracle and walked on water ✝️
• The disciples — Jesus' friends who were in the boat
• Peter — he tried to walk on water because he trusted Jesus

Main Points to Remember

1. Jesus is powerful — he can do miracles like walking on water.
2. We should trust Jesus when we are afraid.
3. Jesus helps us when we ask for help.

Memory Verse (easy)

"Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid." — Matthew 14:27

What this story teaches us (life lessons)

• Trust God when you are scared (like during a storm).
• Ask Jesus for help and he will help you.
• Jesus cares for everyone, even fishermen on lakes like Lake Victoria.

Activity Ideas (for class or at home)

• Draw the story: picture Jesus, the boat, and the waves. Label who is who.
• Role play: one child is Jesus, others are in a pretend boat. Practice saying “Do not be afraid.”
• Sing a short song about trusting Jesus. Clap when you say “Trust.”

Short Quiz (write or answer aloud)

1. Who walked on water? (Answer: Jesus)
2. Who tried to walk on the water? (Answer: Peter)
3. What did Jesus say to the disciples? (Answer: "Do not be afraid")
4. True or False: The wind stopped after Jesus got into the boat. (Answer: True)

Simple Prayer (short)

Dear Jesus, thank you for caring for us. Help me to trust you when I am afraid. Amen. 🙏