Kingdom Story Company Month of the Bible Reading PlanSample

In THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, an ordinary town is turned upside down when the notorious Herdman kids take over the annual Christmas pageant. Known for their mischievous and disruptive behavior, no one expects good to come from them. Yet God often works in ways that surprise us, and the Herdmans’ presence reminds the town—and us—that hope can appear in the most unexpected places.

Just like the shepherds in Luke 2, quietly tending their flocks when angels announced the birth of Jesus, God’s work can show up in surprising ways. The Herdmans, who everyone sees as troublemakers, unexpectedly become part of God’s story for the town. Through their participation, the pageant shifts from a perfect performance to a heartfelt experience of community, grace, and joy. What looks like chaos on the surface becomes an opportunity for the town to witness hope and redemption in action.

REFLECTION QUESTIONS

• When has God surprised you in a way that brought hope?
• How might you stay open to hope in unexpected circumstances?
• Are there people or situations you currently view as chaotic or disruptive that God might be using for His purposes?