Preschool
Wise Men Give Gifts
Matthew 2:1-12
BIG IDEA: We can thank God for Jesus by singing and praying.
GET TALKING:
- How did the wise men find baby Jesus? (They followed the star God put in the sky.)
- What town did they end up finding Jesus in? (Bethlehem)
- They showed their thanks to God by giving Jesus gifts. What did they give him? (Gold, Frankincense & Myrrh.)
- What are some ways we can show God our thanks? (Singing, praying, going to church, etc.)
ACTION PLAN: Name something that you are thankful for.
PRAYER: Tell the Lord thank you for what you named above.
DECEMBER MEMORY VERSE:
"God loved us and sent His Son." 1 John 4:10
CHRISTMAS VERSE:
"And she gave birth to her firstborn son; and she wrapped Him in cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn." Luke 2:7
Pre-K/Kindergarten
Wise Men Give Gifts
Matthew 2:1-12
BIG IDEA: Our songs and prayers are like gifts to God.
GET TALKING:
- What were the wise men looking for? (a new King that was born.)
- How did the wise men find Jesus? (They followed a bright star in the sky.)
- What did the wise men do when they found Jesus? (They worshipped Him, and gave him gifts of gold, frankincense & myrrh.)
- What can you do to worship & praise God? (Pray. Sing songs to God.)
ACTION PLAN: Name different ways you can praise and thank God this week.
PRAYER: Thank and praise God for His Son, Jesus.
DECEMBER MEMORY VERSE:
"God loved us and sent His Son." 1 John 4:10
CHRISTMAS VERSES:
"In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened." Luke 2:8-9
Elementary
In My Father’s House
Luke 2:41:52
BIG IDEA: Even as a child, I can grow in my faith and please God.
GET TALKING:
- Why did Jesus and His family go to Jerusalem? (To celebrate Passover.)
- What did Joseph and Mary learn about Jesus? (They learned that Jesus was very wise and knowledgeable about God’s Word.)
- How would you describe Jesus as He grew? (He grew physically strong and in wisdom and knowledge.)
CONNECTING TO JESUS: The story of Jesus at the Temple helps us know a little bit about what Jesus was like as a kid. But Jesus wasn’t just an ordinary boy. When He talked to the Temple teachers - and in everything He did - Jesus showed that He is truly God’s Son who made it possible for us to become part of God’s family.
ACTION PLAN: Describe the results of growing in faith and choose a way to please God.
CHRISTMAS VERSES:
"But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. This will be a sign for you: you will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” And suddenly there appeared with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace among men with whom He is pleased."" Luke 2:10-14