Watch Painting Joy
Talk
- How does this video make you feel?
- What do you think God might be saying to you through this video?
- What does it mean to have Joy in the Lord this year?
Challenge
- Create your own JOY picture (use any medium) based on what you have learned about hope this week.
- Bless others by sharing your picture.
Watch Giving Joy and Love
Talk
- How does this video make you feel?
- Where have you seen or experienced sadness or joy in your life?
Challenge
- Write a poem, song or letter to share some joy with someone you know who needs it.
Watch Joy to the World
Talk
- Look up the lyrics of the Christmas song Joy to the World. What do you think the phrase “repeat the sounding joy” means?
- How do you think you can share your joy?
Challenge
- Think and pray about where and how you could share some joy with someone this week.
- Ask God to help you plan, and then go ahead and do it.
Watch Joy word study
Talk
- What did you learn about joy from this video?
- What do you think is the difference between worldly joy and Biblical joy?
Challenge
- Look up the bible verses in the video. Add them to your Joy bunting.
- What other Joy references can you find in the bible?
Watch God's Story - Jesus
Talk
- What do you think is the most amazing thing Jesus did?
Challenge
- Tell your own “quick version” of Jesus’ story.
Watch Joy
Talk
- What sounds bring you joy?
- What things drain your joy?
- What can you do to remain joyful in all circumstances?
Challenge
- Make ‘Joy’ bunting to hang in your home.
- Look up the Bible verses in the video. Add them to your bunting.
- Advent Bunting printable template and instructions attached.
Watch Mary Did you Know?
Talk
- Do you think Mary knew any of these things about her son, Jesus?
- What surprises you about the things that Mary would have experienced as Jesus’ mother?
Challenge
- Find (or finish making) your Advent wreath, light the third candle.
- Take some time to think, reflect and pray about the Joy that can be found in all circumstances.
- Advent Wreath craft idea instructions attached.
Watch Painting Peace
Talk
- How does this video make you feel?
- What do you think God might be saying to you through this video?
- What would peace look like for yourself, family and world this year?
Challenge
- Create your own PEACE picture (use any medium) based on what you have learned about peace this week.
- Bless others by sharing your picture.
Watch He is the Gift
Talk
- What part of this video did you like best?
- Where have you seen or experienced Jesus, the King?
Challenge
- Sing the words of the song as you watch the video.
- Write a poem, song or prayer about Jesus, the gift of peace and share it with someone.