July 7, 2024
Story Focus: Jesus came to give the world joy. An angel appears to tell some shepherds some good news that would cause great joy for all people. As in the whole world! Those shepherds went from frozen in fright to running with wonder! Joy had come into the world! The shepherds knew they needed to share the joy that Jesus gave them with EVERYONE because Jesus came to give everyone joy. Now we get to teach our preschoolers that Jesus came to give them joy too! That’s worth celebrating!
Key Question: Who gives you joy?
Bottom Line: Jesus gives me joy.
Memory Verse: “I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Luke 2:10, ESV