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December 7   Title: The King Is Born     Passage: Matthew 1:1–25

Principle: God’s amazing grace is seen in His sending Christ to Earth.

Praise: “Hark! the Herald Angels Sing”

Prompt: Ask your child these questions:

  • What does Jesus’ name mean, and why is it important?
  • Why did God come to earth as a man?

Practice: Help your child apply these truths in the following ways:

  • By believing what God’s Word says, no matter what people say.
  • By thanking God for sending His Son to live the perfect life and die for sinful men.

This Week: As a family, read Matthew 1:1–25.  Next Week: Matthew 2:1–12

December 14     Title: The King Is Adored     Passage: Matthew 2:1–12

Principle: The wise men are an example of how to adore the King of kings.

Praise: “Joy to the World”

Prompt: Ask your child these questions:

  • Who were the magi, and why did they come to see Jesus?
  • Why was it important that Jesus was born in Bethlehem?

Practice: Help your child apply these truths in the following ways:

  • By thanking God that His Son came to earth in such a humble way to save undeserving sinners.
  • By worshiping Christ with “exceeding joy,” as the magi did.

This Week: As a family, read Matthew 2:1–12.  Next Week: Matthew 2:13–23

December 21     Title: The King Is Preserved     Passage: Matthew 2:13–23

Principle: God sovereignly protected Jesus from harm.

Praise: “What Child Is This?”

Prompt: Ask your child these questions:

  • How did God keep Jesus safe from Herod and other wicked men?
  • In what ways were Mary and Joseph obedient, and why was their obedience important?

Practice: Help your child apply these truths in the following ways:

  • By trusting God and relying on His protection and guidance every day.
  • By obeying God’s Word and other authorities without delay or debate.

This Week: As a family, read Matthew 2:13–23.