Empty Tomb Disciples Rejoicing Coloring Page for Sunday School
Last Sunday after worship, my third graders couldn't stop talking about the empty tomb. This coloring page features 6 images of the disciples rejoicing at the news of Jesus' resurrection. It's a great free printable to use during our Easter lesson.
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Disciples at the Tomb
Three joyful disciples looking inside the open empty tomb, filled with excitement and wonder, with the rolled-away stone in front.
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Angel at the Tomb
An angel sitting on the rolled-away stone, speaking to the amazed disciples, surrounded by ancient tomb architecture and vegetation.
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Jesus Appears to Disciples
Risen Jesus appearing to the disciples outside the tomb, with joyful expressions and traditional robes, set against a bright sky.
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Disciples Rejoicing
The disciples rejoicing together in celebration, arms raised and smiling, with the empty tomb visible behind them.
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Women at the Tomb
Two women approaching the empty tomb, looking surprised and amazed, with oil lamps and traditional robes in hand.
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Disciples Telling Others
The disciples excitedly sharing the news of the resurrection with others, gesturing animatedly in a village setting.
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About this Bible story
The empty tomb story reminds us of Jesus' resurrection. In Matthew 28:6, the angel tells the women, 'He is not here; he has risen.' This news brought great joy to the disciples.
“He is not here; he has risen.”
How to Use These Coloring Pages
While the kids color, ask them how they think the disciples felt when they learned Jesus had risen. Highlight the angel's message as they color the empty tomb and the joyful reactions of the disciples. Plan for about 30 minutes, with crayons ready and perhaps a follow-up discussion about what the resurrection means for us today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are these Empty Tomb Disciples Rejoicing coloring pages free for our Sunday school class?+
Yes! These coloring pages are free and require no signup. You can easily download them as a PDF for personal use or for your Sunday school class. I always keep a few copies handy in my classroom binder.
Can I use the Empty Tomb Disciples Rejoicing pages to explain the resurrection story?+
Absolutely! These pages are perfect for discussing the resurrection. You might want to use crayons or colored pencils for finer details. Set aside about 20 minutes for coloring and conversation about the joy of the disciples.
What Bible verse pairs well with the empty tomb story during our lesson?+
Matthew 28:6 is ideal for this story. You can emphasize the angel's words, 'He is not here; he has risen.' This ties directly to the coloring pages, helping kids connect the images with the scripture.
More about these coloring pages
During our Easter lesson, I pulled out the empty tomb disciples rejoicing coloring page. My third graders loved the moment when the angel said, 'He is not here; he has risen.' (Matthew 28:6). They colored images of the disciples celebrating and the empty tomb, which really helped them visualize the joy of that day. The excitement in the room was palpable as they discussed how the disciples must have felt. I kept a few copies on my binder to share with parents later. Using these pages, we not only colored but also talked about what Jesus’ resurrection means for us today. It’s a wonderful way to reinforce the message of hope during Easter.