In this activity we’re going to reflect on the journey so far and recall the key themes from previous weeks.

Materials Needed:

• Puzzle pieces

• Snow imagery

• Luggage tags

• Packet of Haribo

• Three stones

• Large sheet of paper

• Pens or markers

Instructions:

Say something like this:

“Let’s take a moment to remember everything we’ve explored throughout this series. On this table, we’ve gathered items from the different sessions — puzzle pieces, snow, luggage tags, Haribo, and more. Have a look through and see what you can remember.

Using this big piece of paper and these pens, write down anything that stood out to you in the different sessions. What stories do you remember? What truths did we discover? What made you think differently about Jesus or the Holy Spirit?”

Leader tip:

Allow space for reflection and discussion.

“If you love me, obey my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the Holy Spirit, who leads into all truth. The world cannot receive him, because it isn’t looking for him and doesn’t recognise him. But you know him, because he lives with you now and later will be in you.”

“I am telling you these things now while I am still with you. But when the Father sends the Advocate as my representative—that is, the Holy Spirit—he will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have told you. I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.”

Discussion Questions:

• Which words or phrases jumped out to you in this Bible passage?

• Which parts did you struggle to understand?

• Read it again. Are there any words and phrases you’re confident you understand?

• How does the Holy Spirit help us have a relationship with God?

• How can we practically demonstrate our love for Jesus through obedience to His commands?

Say something like this:

"We’re now going to watch a video called Who Is Seirei? In this video, John shares his own story about accepting Jesus and how the Holy Spirit became real in his life.

As you watch, think about how John describes his experiences. What connects with your own experience?”

The Holy Spirit is available to be in your life — yesterday, today, and forever.

Discussion Questions:

• In the video, John talked about when he accepted Jesus into his life. What jumped out to you about his story?

• How did John describe the Holy Spirit in the video?

• Have you accepted Jesus into your life yet? Would you like to?

The purpose of this activity is to help young people experience the presence of the Holy Spirit through a reflective, multi-sensory activity.

Materials Needed:

• Frankincense and myrrh

• Heat-safe dish or incense holder

• Matches or lighter

• Well-ventilated space

• Optional: gentle music in the background

Say something like this:

“Over the past few weeks, we’ve been exploring what it means to follow Jesus — who He is, what He’s done, and how we respond. Today, we want to focus on someone Jesus promised to send us — the Holy Spirit.

(Hold up or display the incense)

This is made of frankincense and myrrh. These were used in Bible times in worship and special moments. They were part of temple rituals, part of healing, and even part of preparing people for burial — big, important moments.

(Begin lighting the incense — calmly and carefully)

Frankincense was used in worship — when priests burned it, it filled the temple like a cloud. It was a symbol of prayer, rising up to God — like our hopes, our cries, our love, reaching heaven.

Myrrh was used in anointing — a symbol of healing, sacrifice, and closeness. It reminds us that the Holy Spirit is always present with us — comforting, helping, guiding.

(Let the smoke rise and fill the space)

When the incense is burned, the scent is released. It’s invisible, but you can feel it — you can smell it. In the Bible, the Holy Spirit is described like that too: God’s breath… God’s presence… like a fragrance that fills the space.

(Pause — let it settle for a moment.)

As we light the frankincense and myrrh, watch how the smoke rises. Breathe deeply. This scent has been used in worship for thousands of years.

The Holy Spirit, like this rising fragrance, fills the space where we are — unseen, but deeply present.

As you watch and breathe, you might want to pray quietly in your own heart:
‘Holy Spirit, fill this space. Fill me. Let my life be like a sweet fragrance.’”

Leader Tip:

Burn incense in a well-ventilated area, away from flammable items. Always use a heat-safe holder or dish. Only burn a small amount (a half-stick or cone is plenty). Consider checking for allergies or sensitivities in advance.

These verses can be read aloud or shared for reflection:

• 2 Corinthians 2:15 – “We are the aroma of Christ.”

• Romans 8:26 – “The Spirit helps us in our weakness… interceding for us.”

• Acts 2:2 – “Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven...”

Say something like this:

“As we finish our time together, I want to invite you to respond.

You might want to pray a simple prayer asking the Holy Spirit to fill you with power.

You might want to receive prayer from one of the leaders.

Or maybe, for the first time, you want to accept Jesus and invite Him into your life. If you do — let’s do that together.

You can also pray for one another. Ask the Holy Spirit to move in each other’s lives. Remember, this isn’t the end — it’s the beginning of a new way of living with God, through His Spirit."

You will instinctively know how best to pray for your young people. Begin by asking them if there’s anything they would like the group to pray about together. Depending on your group, you may also want to invite them to pray for one another. Below are a few points you might want to pick up on:

• Pray for openness — that the young people would be receptive to the Holy Spirit and feel safe to respond.

• Pray for clarity — that those who are ready to accept Jesus would feel a clear nudge and know how to take that step.

• Pray for peace — that God’s Spirit would bring the peace Jesus promised in John 14, especially to anyone feeling nervous or unsure.

• Pray for lasting impact — that what has been planted in this series would grow, bearing fruit in the weeks to come.

Closing Note for Leaders:

This brings us to the end of the Hikaru series. I very much hope that you and your young people have enjoyed the journey. Remember, the Holy Spirit isn’t just part of a lesson — He’s a living presence who will continue to move in the lives of these young people long after today.