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The Gift of Joy
Activity (Optional)
Play a game of musical statues, using happy Christmas carols music.
Devotional
Christmas is a time when people often feel happy. Tasty food, parties, fun games, singing, decorations, and presents can help us to feel happy for a while. But what happens when Christmas is over for the year and all the celebrations finish? Or what happens if we have a Christmas without any of those lovely things? When the angels sang about the birth of Jesus, they said that he would bring great joy for all people (Luke 2:10). "Joy" is like happiness in some ways. Joy can make us smile, laugh, and sing. But joy is also different to happiness. Happiness is caused by things that are happening around us. Joy comes from the inside. It stays with us even when we are having a terrible day. Joy comes from knowing that God loves us and will always be with us, no matter what happens.
Share
- How could you help tell others about the joy Jesus brings?
- If you were an angel, what would you say about Jesus?
Pray
Dear Lord, it’s amazing to think that one tiny baby can bring joy to the whole world! Help us to share that joy with others by telling them about Jesus. Amen.
Scripture
About this Plan
The Hope of Christmas is a series of devotionals designed to help young families connect with each other and with God during the Advent season. For each day, there is an fun interactive activity, a devotional reflection, prompts for sharing, and a prayer.
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We would like to thank The Salvation Army International for providing this plan. For more information, please visit: https://sar.my/spirituallife
