A Story, a Lesson, or a Game? – or All Three?

Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them slip from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to you children and to their children after them. – Deuteronomy 4:9

I don’t have to remind you that it’s a crazy, hectic time of year for a lot of us. Still, if you are a parent who believes in Jesus as “the Reason for the season,” you might be looking for a way to (re)tell the story of Jesus’ birth that will be meaningful to your children (or grandchildren), whatever their age or level of understanding.

A few years ago, I posted a series of lessons I taught my granddaughters during Advent. There are 13 parts, but they’re short, so you could double up on some of them if you want to be finished by Christmas Day. There’s a quiz at the end to review various people’s responses to Jesus (and reflect on our own attitudes – which one of these people do we resemble the most?). If you are sharing this with more than one child, you can make a game of it. Enjoy!

Home School Bible Class: The Nativity

Prayer: Lord Jesus, as we prepare to celebrate You, help us to stay focused and keep this season as one of joyous celebration of Your amazing love. Bless each reader of this blog with a renewed appreciation for what You have done for us. Inspire and motivate us to spread the true meaning of CHRISTmas with others, in Your mighty name. Amen.