Preschool // Shepherds

Memory Verse:
For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. — John 3:16

Scripture Reference

Luke 2:8-20 (The Jesus Storybook Bible p. 184-191)

Teaching Truth

  • Jesus is God’s Son.

  • God always keeps His promises.

Questions to Ask Your Child

  • Why did God send angels?

  • Why do you think God wanted to tell the shepherds about Jesus?

  • How did the shepherds feel when they saw the angels?

  • The shepherds told everyone about what they saw at the stable. How can we be like the shepherds?

Family Activity

Sing this song with your child using the tune: "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star".  

Twinkle Twinkle Christmas Star

How I wonder what you are

Shining high up in the sky

Show the Shepherds where Christ lies

Twinkle Twinkle Christmas Star

How I wonder what you are

Wrap-Up

With each lesson, help your child apply what they have learned by asking, “What do you think God wants us to learn from this story?” If you get stuck with finding the answer, refer to the weekly Teaching Truths.

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