Christmas Equipping: The Places of Christmas
December 2-7
BETHLEHEM: THE PLACE OF PROMISE
Day 1: Read Micah 5:1-15
Day 2: Read this article: “Bethlehem: Little Town, Big Significance”
Day 3: Read Matthew 2:1-12 & Luke 2:1-5
Day 4: Read this article: “A Thrill of Hope: Exploring Old Testament Prophecies About Jesus”
Day 5: Questions to answer:
- What important role does prophecy play in the story of Jesus’ birth?
- What does prophecy teach us about God’s promises?
- What is one promise from Jesus that you are thankful for this Christmas?
December 9-14
THE MANGER: THE PLACE OF SUFFERING
Day 1: Read Luke 2:6-20
Day 2: Read this article: “The Manger: A Sign for Suffering”
Day 3: Read Luke 1:46-56
Day 4: Read this article: “Why Baby Jesus Couldn’t Die for Our Sins”
Day 5: Questions to answer:
- How does what you’ve read and studied this week change your perspective about the manger?
- What are some ways that the manger is connected to the cross?
- Who can you share the article “Why Baby Jesus Couldn’t Die for our Sins” with this Christmas?
December 16-21
THE TEMPLE: THE PLACE OF HOPE
Day 1: Read Luke 2:21-35
Day 2: Read this article: “The Significance of Simeon”
Day 3: Read Luke 2:36-52
Day 4: Read this article: “Anna: Faithful in Prayer”
Day 5: Questions to answer:
- What did Simeon and Anna say that expressed their hope when they saw Jesus in the temple?
- What are some things about knowing and following Jesus that give you hope this Christmas?
- What can you do to share the hope of Christmas with someone?