Introduction: From the very start, even after we sinned, God promised to send a Rescuer. Love was already on the way.

Get Prepared: Have crayons or markers ready and paper or construction paper.

Scripture: Genesis 3:15

Big Idea: God promised hope from the very beginning.

Discussion Questions:

• Who did God promise to send to help us?

• How does it feel when someone makes you a promise?

• Who always keeps His promises?

Prayer: God, thank You for promising Jesus when we needed hope. Help us trust that You always keep Your promises.

Activity: Write the word 'Promise' on a piece of paper. Draw a heart around it and hang it somewhere in your house.

Introduction: God told Abraham that through his family, the whole world would be blessed—and Jesus is that blessing.

Get Prepared: Paper, scissors, glue stick, and a pen or marker.

Scripture: Genesis 12:2–3

Big Idea: God’s hope and love are meant for the whole world.

Discussion Questions:

• Who did God make a promise to?

• Who near us needs to experience God’s blessing?

• How can we show love to someone today?

Prayer: Lord, help us remember the hope of Your promise and share it with others.

Activity: Make a paper chain. On each link, write someone you want to bless this season.

Introduction: Long before Jesus was born, God gave prophets messages to tell His people that a Savior was coming.

Get Prepared: Paper, scissors, markers.

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Big Idea: Jesus is the promised King who brings hope and peace.

Discussion Questions:

• What names are given to Jesus in this verse?

• Which name means the most to you?

• What does it mean that Jesus is our King?

Prayer: Jesus, thank You for being our Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace.

Activity: Make a paper crown. Write one of Jesus’ names on it.

Introduction: God chose a small town for a giant rescue mission. His plans are often quiet but always good.

Get Prepared: None.

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Big Idea: God keeps His promises in surprising ways.

Discussion Questions:

• Where did God plan for Jesus to be born?

• Why do you think God chose such a small town?

• How can we look for God’s work in small ways today?

Prayer: God, thank You that You use small things for big purposes. Help us see You in the ordinary.

Activity: Go on a small-item scavenger hunt. Try to find some small things that do big things, like a key or a coin. Set a timer, and share with your family what you found when the time runs out.

Introduction: God chose Mary to carry His Son, and she said 'yes' to His plan with faith and courage.

Get Prepared: Sticky notes and pens.

Scripture: Luke 1:26–38

Big Idea: Saying 'yes' to God shows our love and trust.

Discussion Questions:

• Who said 'yes' to God?

• What was hard about Mary’s 'yes'?

• How can we say 'yes' to God this week?

Prayer: Lord, give us faith like Mary.

Activity: Write one “yes” to God on a sticky note.

Introduction: Joseph obeyed God even when others might not have understood.

Get Prepared: Paper and pen.

Scripture: Matthew 1:18–25

Big Idea: Love obeys even when it’s difficult.

Discussion Questions:

• Who did Joseph listen to in his dream?

• When have you obeyed God even though it was hard?

• How can obedience show love?

Prayer: God, help us obey You with courage.

Activity: Draw or write about a time you obeyed God.

Introduction: Mary and Joseph trusted God’s plan on a long journey.

Get Prepared: Walking shoes.

Scripture: Luke 2:1–5

Big Idea: God is with us on every journey.

Discussion Questions:

• Where did Mary and Joseph travel?

• When is following God hard for you?

• Who helps you when you feel unsure?

Prayer: God, help us trust Your plan.

Activity: Take a walk and talk about God’s creation.

Introduction: Jesus was born humbly in a stable.

Get Prepared: Blocks or Legos.

Scripture: Luke 2:6–7

Big Idea: Jesus came humbly to bring us hope.

Discussion Questions:

• Where was Jesus born?

• How does it make you feel that Jesus left heaven?

• How can we make room for Jesus?

Prayer: Jesus, thank You for coming humbly.

Activity: Build a stable from blocks or Legos.

Introduction: Heaven celebrated Jesus’ birth with joy.

Get Prepared: Christmas carol.

Scripture: Luke 2:8–14

Big Idea: Jesus brings peace and joy.

Discussion Questions:

• Who sang the good news?

• What were the angels celebrating?

• Who needs peace today?

Prayer: God, thank You for Jesus.

Activity: Sing a Christmas carol.

Introduction: The shepherds ran to see Jesus.

Get Prepared: Craft supplies.

Scripture: Luke 2:15–20

Big Idea: God reveals His love to ordinary people.

Discussion Questions:

• Who went to see Jesus?

• How did they respond?

• Who can we tell about Jesus?

Prayer: God, thank You for showing Yourself to us.

Activity: Make invitation cards to invite someone to church.

Introduction: Wise people still seek Jesus.

Get Prepared: Paper stars.

Scripture: Matthew 2:1–2

Big Idea: Those who seek Jesus find joy.

Discussion Questions:

• Who wanted to find Jesus?

• How did they know where to go?

• How can we look for Jesus every day?

Prayer: God, help us seek You daily.

Activity: Hide and find paper stars.

Introduction: The wise men brought gifts for Jesus.

Get Prepared: Small box.

Scripture: Matthew 2:9–11

Big Idea: We worship Jesus by giving Him our best.

Discussion Questions:

• What gifts did they bring?

• What can you give Jesus?

• What is giving worship?

Prayer: Lord, help us give You our best.

Activity: Make a gift box for Jesus.

Introduction: God protected Jesus from danger.

Get Prepared: Paper hearts.

Scripture: Matthew 2:13–15

Big Idea: God lovingly protects His people.

Discussion Questions:

• How did God protect Jesus?

• Who keeps you safe?

• What does it mean that God watches over us?

Prayer: Thank You, God, for Your protection.

Activity: Write or draw ways God protects you; share it with your family.

Introduction: Jesus grew strong and wise.

Get Prepared: Paper and ruler.

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Big Idea: We grow by walking with God.

Discussion Questions:

• What is wisdom? Who grew up strong and wise in today's story?

• How can we grow closer to God?

• Who helps you grow?

Prayer: God, help us grow in wisdom.

Activity: Draw a spiritual growth chart. Make a graph. The horizontal axis is your age. Start with 1 and go to 100. The vertical axis is moments where you felt closer to God or distant from God.

Think about events where you felt close to God, and times when God did not feel close.

How old were you?

Where are you now?

Where would you like to be in the next year?

Introduction: John prepared people's hearts for Jesus.

Get Prepared: Broom or cloth.

Scripture: Luke 3:3–4

Big Idea: Prepare your heart for Jesus.

Discussion Questions:

• How did John prepare people?

• What might it look like to prepare your heart?

• What gets in the way of hearing God?

Prayer: Lord, help us focus on You.

Activity: Do a quick family cleanup.

Introduction: Jesus brings light to darkness.

Get Prepared: Candle or flashlight.

Scripture: John 1:4–5

Big Idea: Jesus’ light shines in the darkness.

Discussion Questions:

• What happens when light enters darkness?

• How can Jesus’ light shine through you?

• Who needs God’s light?

Prayer: Jesus, thank You for being our light.

Activity: Turn off the lights and light a candle.

Introduction: God showed His love by sending Jesus.

Get Prepared: Paper and markers.

Scripture: John 3:16

Big Idea: Love came down because God loves you.

Discussion Questions:

• Why did God send Jesus?

• How does it feel that God loves you?

• How can we show God’s love to others?

Prayer: Thank You, God, for loving us.

Activity: Draw “God Loves the World.”

Introduction: Jesus cares for His sheep.

Get Prepared: Cotton balls.

Scripture: John 10:11

Big Idea: Jesus loves and protects His sheep.

Discussion Questions:

• How does a shepherd care for sheep?

• What does Jesus protect us from?

• What can we do to follow Jesus, our Shepherd?

Prayer: Jesus, thank You for caring for us.

Activity: Make a cotton-ball sheep.

Introduction: Jesus fills our deepest needs.

Get Prepared: Bread, or cookies

Scripture: John 6:35

Big Idea: Jesus satisfies our deepest hunger.

Discussion Questions:

• How can we thank Jesus for filling us with what we need?

• What happens when we try to fill life with other things?

• How can we stay close to Jesus every day?

Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for satisfying our hearts.

Activity: Share bread/ cookies together.

Introduction: Jesus gives life that never runs dry.

Get Prepared: Water cups.

Scripture: John 4:13–14

Big Idea: Jesus gives eternal life.

Discussion Questions:

• What did Jesus say about living water?

• How can Jesus fill your heart every day?

• Who needs this hope?

Prayer: Jesus, thank You for quenching our thirst.

Activity: Sip water and thank Jesus.

Introduction: Jesus said the greatest command is love.

Get Prepared: Hearts.

Scripture: Matthew 22:37–39

Big Idea: Loving God helps us love others.

Discussion Questions:

• What two commands did Jesus give?

• Why do they go together?

• How can you love someone simply this week?

Prayer: Lord, teach us to love like You.

Activity: Write names to pray for.

Introduction: God’s love helps us forgive.

Get Prepared: Paper and pen.

Scripture: Colossians 3:13–14

Big Idea: Love helps us forgive.

Discussion Questions:

• Why is it important to forgive?

• Who forgives us when we make mistakes?

• How can forgiveness show love?

Prayer: God, thank You for forgiving us.

Activity: Write a note of forgiveness.

Introduction: Jesus showed love by serving.

Get Prepared: Bowl of water.

Scripture: John 13:14–15

Big Idea: Love serves humbly.

Discussion Questions:

• Why did Jesus wash feet?

• What does this teach us about love?

• How can we serve each other?

Prayer: Jesus, help us serve like You.

Activity: Wash hands or feet together.

Introduction: Jesus’ birth is good news for everyone.

Get Prepared: Candle.

Scripture: Luke 2:10–11

Big Idea: Jesus brings joy to the world.

Discussion Questions:

• Who was the good news for?

• What makes Jesus’ birth joyful?

• Who can you share this with?

Prayer: Thank You for the joy of Jesus.

Activity: Light a candle and sing a Christmas carol.

Introduction: Jesus is God’s love made visible.

Get Prepared: Candle or tree lights.

Scripture: John 1:14

Big Idea: Jesus is God’s love with us.

Discussion Questions:

• What does it mean that Jesus became flesh?

• How does Jesus show God’s love?

• How can we love Jesus this year and allow His love to shine through us?

Prayer: Thank You, God, for sending Jesus.

Activity: Light your Christmas tree and thank Jesus.