Elementary Family Guide: Month of December
The month of December is focused on learning that God gave us Jesus so that we may be saved!
Week One
Bottom Line
God’s promise is Jesus so that we may be saved.
Bible Story
Luke 1:26-38
Memory Verse
“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the LORD of Heaven’s Armies will make this happen!” – Isaiah 9:6-7
Talk-It-Out
Jesus was born a baby just like us – and He grew up to be our savior. What is a savior? Why do we need Jesus?
ACT-It-Out
Let’s review baby pictures of ourselves and members of our family!
PRAY-It-Out
Dear God, thank you for sending Jesus to the earth as a baby to be my savior. I need Him and I love Him. Amen
Week 2
Bottom Line
I can use my words to worship God in spirit and in truth.
Bible Story
Luke 1:26-38
Memory Verse
“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the LORD of Heaven’s Armies will make this happen!” – Isaiah 9:6-7
Talk-It-Out
As a family, let’s read our lists to each other and explain why we wrote each thing down.
ACT-It-Out
Let’s list out all the things Jesus saves us from!
PRAY-It-Out
Dear God, thank you for sending Jesus to the earth as a baby to be my savior. I need Him and I love Him. Amen
Week Three
Bottom Line
God gave us Jesus so that we may be saved.
Bible Story
John 3:16
Memory Verse
“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the LORD of Heaven’s Armies will make this happen!” – Isaiah 9:6-7
Talk-It-Out
Let’s call a family member and share our chant with them! Be sure to explain to them what this chant means.
ACT-It-Out
Let’s read John 3:16 and turn it into a chant!
PRAY-It-Out
Dear God, thank you for giving this world your son. He is a good savior. I need him in my life forever. Amen
Week FOUR
Bottom Line
God gave us Jesus so that we may be saved.
Bible Story
John 3:16
Memory Verse
“For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His government and its peace will never end. He will rule with fairness and justice from the throne of his ancestor David for all eternity. The passionate commitment of the LORD of Heaven’s Armies will make this happen!” – Isaiah 9:6-7
Talk-It-Out
With Christmas just a few days away, let’s take some special time to thank Jesus for saving us and remember why we celebrate this holiday. Turn off the TVs and put down the phones let’s just focus on worshiping!
ACT-It-Out
As a family, let’s snuggle up and watch a movie about the birth of Jesus!
PRAY-It-Out
Dear Jesus, thank you for giving up your life for me. I love gifts on Christmas but I will always remember that the greatest gift is YOU. I love you so much. Amen