Bible moment
The Bible moment
Acts 2:1-4 describes Pentecost, when the apostles and other believers are together in one place. A sound like a rushing mighty wind fills the house. Divided tongues resembling fire appear and rest on each believer. They are filled with the Holy Spirit and begin speaking in other languages as the Spirit enables them. The passage uses “like” and “resembling,” so the wind and fire-like signs should not be presented as destructive wind or literal flames. This moment begins a larger event in which people from many nations hear the believers declaring God’s mighty works. Peter later explains that Jesus has been raised and made Lord and Messiah by God. About three thousand receive Peter’s word and are baptized that day.
Look closely
What children can notice
The gathered believers experience a sound like a rushing mighty wind, while divided tongues resembling fire appear and rest on each believer. Use gentle swirling lines and non-burning, flame-shaped symbols to show the Holy Spirit’s coming.
Talk together
Talk about it
- What signs showed that the Holy Spirit had come?
- How did the believers’ languages help others hear about God?
For families, church, and class
Use this page
Use this page with Acts 2:1-41 in a family, church, Sunday school, classroom, or homeschool setting. Explain that the symbols resemble fire and do not burn anyone. Invite children to notice how God’s message reaches people from many nations, while allowing thoughtful questions about the Holy Spirit, repentance, and baptism.
Source note
From this passage
Acts 2:2-4 · Pentecost
The gathered believers experience a sound like a rushing mighty wind, while divided tongues resembling fire appear and rest on each believer. Use gentle swirling lines and non-burning, flame-shaped symbols to show the Holy Spirit’s coming.
