This story is featured in Prepare the Way: Advent and Christmas Bible Stories for Kids. Luke 2:1–7 The prophets in the Old Testament said that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem, a city of David, but Mary and Joseph lived in Nazareth. Here is the story of how Jesus came to be born in Bethlehem,…
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The Annunciation: A Bible Story for Kids
This story is featured in Prepare the Way: Advent and Christmas Bible Stories for Kids. Luke 1:26–38 A young woman named Mary lived in Galilee. She was engaged to marry a man named Joseph. An angel appeared to Mary to announce the birth of her son, and her reaction provides for us a wonderful example of…
The Preaching of John the Baptist: A Bible Story for Kids
This story is featured in Prepare the Way: Advent and Christmas Bible Stories for Kids. Matthew 3:1–11; Mark 1:2–8; Luke 3:1–16; John 1:19–27 John the Baptist was the best known preacher in all of Judea. He preached an important message to help prepare the way of the Lord. As you read this story, pay attention to…
Be Watchful and Alert: An Advent Bible Story for Kids
This story is featured in Prepare the Way: Advent and Christmas Bible Stories for Kids. Matthew 24:45–51; Mark 13:34–37; Luke 12:35–48 Jesus told his disciples that he would return after his death and ascension into heaven. To help them prepare for his return, he told them a parable to warn them how to be ready. As…
The Sheep and the Goats (Matthew 25) Bible Story for Kids
This story is featured in Prepare the Way: Advent and Christmas Bible Stories for Kids. Matthew 25:31–46 Jesus told his disciples about the final judgment so that he could teach them about how they should live their lives before he came back. His message still applies today to us who await his return. As you read…
