DECEMBER 2024 - Overview
Jesus is God's Son.
WEEK ONE
The Angel and Mary
Luke 1:26-33, 38
God sends an angel to tell Mary she is going to have a special baby named Jesus.
WEEK TWO
Jesus Is Born
Luke 2:1-7
Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem where Jesus is born in a place where animals sleep.
WEEK THREE
The Shepherds
Luke 2:8-20
Shepherds run to see Jesus after an angel tells them that God’s Son, Jesus, has been born.
WEEK FOUR
Happy Birthday, Jesus!
Luke 1:26-33, 38; 2:1-20
Christmas is when we celebrate the birth of God’s Son, Jesus.
WEEK FIVE
The Wise Men
Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11
Wise men follow a special star to Jesus so they can worship Him and give Him gifts.
MEMORY VERSE
“God has given a son to us.”
Isaiah 9:6, NCV
DO THIS:
MORNING TIME
When you go into your child’s room, cuddle them and say: “Good morning, [child’s name]! I’m so excited it’s Christmas, because Christmas is when we celebrate Jesus’ birthday!”
DRIVE TIME
While on the go, look for babies and baby things. How many different baby things can you find? When you’re done, talk about how God sent an angel to tell Mary she was going to have a baby named Jesus. Jesus is special because Jesus is God’s Son.
CUDDLE TIME
Cuddle with your child and pray: “Dear God, thank You for loving [child’s name]. Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving...(ask your child to name people God loves). I know You love us because You gave us Your Son, Jesus.”
BATH TIME
Add a toy baby and other toys to bath time. Tell your child to close their eyes, find a toy, and then open their eyes. If your child is holding the baby, say, “Yay! God has given a Son to us!” (Isaiah 9:6 NCV) If they’re holding another toy, say, “Try again!”
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Week 1 | 1 - 7 December
The Angel and Mary
God sends an angel to tell Mary she is going to have a special baby named Jesus.
SCRIPTURE:
Luke 1:26-33, 38
TALK ABOUT THE BIBLE STORY:
Open the Bible together and read Luke 1:26-33, 38 or watch the video together on the Parent Cue app.
ENGAGEMNET QUESTIONS:
Why is Jesus special?
What do you do for people you love?
PRAYER:
“Dear God, thank You for loving us so much that You gave us Your Son, Jesus. Please help us remember how much You love us. You’re the best, God! In Jesus’ name. Amen.”
MEMORY VERSE:
“God has given a son to us.”
Isaiah 9:6, NCV
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Week 2 | 8 - 14 December
Jesus Is Born
Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem where Jesus is born in a place where animals sleep.
SCRIPTURE:
Luke 2:1-7
TALK ABOUT THE BIBLE STORY:
Open the Bible together and read Luke 2:1-7 or watch the video together on the Parent Cue app.
ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS:
Why is Jesus special?
When is your birthday?
PRAYER:
“Dear God, thank You that Jesus was born. Help us remember that Christmas is all about celebrating Jesus’ birthday. We love You, God. In Jesus’ name. Amen.”
MEMORY VERSE:
“God has given a son to us.”
Isaiah 9:6, NCV
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Week 3 | 15 - 21 December
The Shepherds
Shepherds run to see Jesus after an angel tells them that God’s Son, Jesus, has been born.
SCRIPTURE:
Luke 2:8-20
TALK ABOUT THE BIBLE STORY:
Open the Bible together and read Luke 2:8-20 or watch the video together on the Parent Cue app.
ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS:
Why is Jesus special?
Who can you tell about Jesus?
PRAYER:
“Dear God, we know You love us because You gave us Your Son, Jesus. Help us tell others that Jesus is God’s Son. We want everyone to know that You love us so much that You gave us Your Son, Jesus. We love You, God. In Jesus’ name. Amen.”
MEMORY VERSE:
“God has given a son to us.”
Isaiah 9:6, NCV
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Week 4 | 22 - 28 December
Happy Birthday, Jesus!
Christmas is when we celebrate the birth of God’s Son, Jesus.
SCRIPTURE:
Luke 1:26-33, 38; 2:1-20
TALK ABOUT THE BIBLE STORY:
Open the Bible together and read Luke 1:26-33, 38; 2:1-20 or watch the video together on the Parent Cue app.
ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS:
Why is Jesus special?
What do you do to celebrate your birthday?
PRAYER:
“Dear God, we celebrate Jesus’ birthday, because Jesus is Your Son. Happy birthday, Jesus! We love You! In Jesus’ name. Amen.”
MEMORY VERSE:
“God has given a son to us.”
Isaiah 9:6, NCV
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Week 5 | 29 December - 4 January
The Wise Men
Wise men follow a special star to Jesus’ house so they can worship Jesus and give Him gifts.
SCRIPTURE:
Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11
TALK ABOUT THE BIBLE STORY:
Open the Bible together and read Matthew 2:1-2, 9-11 or watch the video together on the Parent Cue app.
ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS:
Why is Jesus special?
If you could give Jesus any kind of gift, what would you give Him?
PRAYER:
“Dear God, Jesus is the best gift. Thank You for giving us Jesus. We love You, God. In Jesus’ name. Amen.”
MEMORY VERSE:
“God has given a son to us.”
Isaiah 9:6, NCV
For more blog postsand parenting resources, visit:ParentCue.org