God's Revelation to Man - Luke 2:1-20

By David Woods

Read "Introduction"

Read Luke 2:1-5

Discussion: Why is it so important that Mary was a virgin when she became pregnant with Jesus?

Read p. 23 - sections beginning with "Conceived by the Holy Ghost" and "Manifested by the Son."

Discussion: Do you think it was easy for Mary to be pregnant though not yet married?

Discussion: What character qualities are most prominent in Joseph in the Christmas story?

Read Luke 2:6-7

Discussion: Why did God allow Jesus to be born in a stable and placed in a manger?

Read Luke 2:8-20

Discussion: In verse ten, the word "all" depicts a missionary thrust - in the announcement of baby Jesus' birth! What should this suggest to us?

Discussion: How does Jesus bring peace to us?

Discussion: Let's suppose one of the shepherds was skeptical and decided not to go find the baby. How would his life be different?

Discussion: What Gospel truths are taught in this story of Jesus birth?
(Jesus is 100% God, 100% man. Mankind is in need of a Saviour. Jesus is our Saviour and Lord. We can be reconciled to God.)

Discussion: What is the earliest recollection you have of hearing about Christ?

Discussion: What are some ways Jesus' story can be spread?

Discussion: What way(s) would be most effective for our class to share Jesus?

I'm sure the headlines on that first Christmas day did not mention anything about a baby born in Bethlehem. But that is not because His birth was unimportant. It was a major missed scoop by the news organizations.

Big Idea: The story of Jesus' birth is the best news ever!

Aren't you glad you've heard the Good News? I encourage you to share this great news with others.