Jesus is Coming!
Understand that God chose Mary for a special purpose
Learn about the angel Gabriel's message
Recognize God's love in sending Jesus
“The angel came to her and said, 'Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you. But she was greatly troubled at the saying, and considered what kind of greeting this might be. The angel said to her, 'Don't be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.'”
— Luke 1:28-30 (WEB)Shows God's special plan and care for Mary
In our BibleMouse lesson today, we'll hear an amazing story about how God sent a special messenger to a young woman named Mary
Today we'll learn about the day an angel visited Mary with incredible news from God
Create an angel wings craft to remember the story
Simpler: Parent helps with cutting
Challenge: Child writes first letter of memory verse on wings
Review the special message God sent through the angel
Dear God, thank You for sending Jesus to show Your love
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn how Mary said yes to God's plan
“She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.”
— Matthew 1:21 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Angel Wing Memory Verse - Cut out paper wings, write one word of the verse on each wing. Have child put wings in order while saying the verse
This lesson introduces the miraculous announcement of Jesus's birth
Young children might find the concept of angels confusing
Child's engagement and wonder about the story