Pentecost Sunday is approaching. Create a worksheet with the following Scripture passages. Pass out one worksheet and one Bible to each student. For each passage, have them write a sentence telling what it says about the Holy Spirit. When completed, discuss and check their answers.
Passages
- Genesis 1:1—2
- Genesis 2:7
- Exodus 19:16-19
- Exodus 37:1-14
- Luke 1:26-35
- John 14:14-17
- John 20:21-23
Answers
- Genesis 1:1–2: The Hebrew word for “wind” is ruah. From the time of creation, the Spirit’s creative powers were active and present in the world.
- Genesis 2:7: The Spirit also gives life to humans.
- Exodus 19:16–19: The Spirit—and God’s power—is revealed in thunder, lightning, and fire.
- Ezekiel 37:1–14: In the well-known story of “dry bones,” it is the Spirit who brings life from death.
- Luke 1:26–35: Jesus’ conception is brought about by the Holy Spirit who overshadows his mother, Mary.
- John 14:16–17: At the Last Supper, Jesus tells his Apostles not to be afraid for he is sending them the Holy Spirit.
- John 20:21–23: Just as the Spirit brought life to the first humans in Genesis, Jesus brings new spiritual life on the Apostles by breathing on them.
