Dear families,
As we take a moment in Luke 2, we remember how our great and eternal King of Kings came down in the form of a baby to rescue us from our sins. He was born in Bethlehem and it was very good news for the whole world. God has sent Jesus to earth from heaven to save the people from their sins, and includes for your kids. Remind them Jesus came for them too.
The announcement of the birth of Jesus came in a completely unexpected way. Instead of announcing the birth of the Savior in the halls of power or the seats of religion, God chose for a group of shepherds on the outskirts of Bethlehem to be the first to hear of Christ’s birth. The announcement from angels to the shepherds watching over their flocks was significant not only because of the message they gave, but also for the people to whom it was given.
It was no accident that God choose often overlooked and outcast shepherds as the ones to whom the angels would give the announcement of Jesus’ birth. This announcement was a powerful statement about the nature of the kingdom of God. God’s kingdom is for all people, and no one is outside of God’s plan to know of His love.
The long expected announcement was remarkable. Jesus had been born in the city of David for all people. Three significant titles are used here to describe why this is good news for all people. First, Jesus is the Savior—the one who rescues people from sin. Next, He is the Messiah, the Anointed One of God who came to lead God’s people into God’s kingdom. Finally, He is the Lord, the ruler of all the universe.
The shepherds’ response to this glorious news included curiosity, awe, and obedience. This Christmas, may we do everything we can to see Jesus, adore Him for who He is, and boldly proclaim the truth that Jesus is Savior, Messiah, and the Lord.
Check out The Gospel Project At Home for resources designed to help you lead a family worship experience as well as suggestions for morning and evening prayer times and family activities.
FAMILY TALKING POINTS
CHRIST CONNECTION
This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.
- Babies & Toddlers: Jesus is the great King! He came to earth as a baby in Bethlehem to rescue us from our sins. He died on the cross and rose again to save us.
- Younger Preschool: Jesus is our King of Kings. He was born as a baby to bring good news. He came to earth to help us by dying on the cross and coming back to life to be our Rescuer.
- Older Preschool: Jesus is God, the King who rules over all the universe. He humbled Himself by being born as a baby. He came as our Rescuer, serving His people by dying on a cross for their sin and rising again, so that we can be part of His kingdom.
- Kids: Jesus, the King of everything, left heaven and was born as a baby in Bethlehem. He came into the world as our Savior and Lord. He gave His life and rose again so sinners can have forgiveness and be happy forever in His kingdom.Jesus, the King of everything, left heaven and was born as a baby in Bethlehem. He came into the world as our Savior and Lord. He gave His life and rose again so sinners can have forgiveness and be happy forever in His kingdom.
BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER
This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit.
- Younger Preschool: Who is our King? Jesus is our King.
- Older Preschool: Who is our King? Jesus is our King and He rules over the world.
- Kids: Who is our King? Jesus is our King forever, and He rules over the world.
KEY PASSAGE
This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit.
- Babies & Toddlers: The LORD is over all things. Psalm 103:19
- Younger Preschool: The LORD rules over everything. Psalm 103:19
- Older Preschool: The LORD … rules over all. Psalm 103:19
- Kids: The LORD has established his throne in heaven, and his kingdom rules over all. Psalm 103:19
** Next week: David Played for Saul (1 Samuel 16)
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