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Kid's MINISTRY


 11/19/23 Family Lesson Guide
Prophets Told About Jesus' Birth: 
​Isaiah 7; 9; 11; Micah 5

We are taking a break from the chronological journey through the Bible to focus on Christmas. When Adam and Eve  introduced sin into the world, all of creation fell under a curse. (See Gen. 3:17-19.) We all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. We’ve inherited the curse of death from Adam. (See Rom. 3:23; 5:12.)

Throughout the Old Testament, the consequences of sin are obvious. God’s people were separated from Him; they did not enjoy the intimate relationship with their Creator for which He had created them. God’s people were affected by sickness and pain. Corruption spread quickly throughout the earth. The situation seemed hopeless, yet God did not leave His people without hope.


It was into this hopelessness that God spoke. Hundreds of messages came through the prophets concerning a coming Messiah—One who would rescue people from their sins. But when would this Promised One come? How would He come? Would the people recognize Him? 


The prophets Isaiah and Micah—who both lived hundreds of years before Jesus was born—spoke specifically of the Messiah’s birth. Isaiah told King Ahaz what the Lord would do. “The virgin will conceive, have a son, and name him Immanuel” (Isa. 7:14). He described the birth of a Prince of peace—a Son of David who will reign forever. (Isa. 9:6-7) Isaiah said that He would be a King! (Isa. 11:1-5) The prophet Micah named the specific town—Bethlehem—in which Jesus would be born. (Mic. 5:2)
 


As you talk with your kids about the prophecies concerning Jesus’ birth, help them understand that everything God said about Jesus’ birth came true. Hundreds of years later, Jesus was born into the world. 

God’s plan to save people from sin and death was not a secret plan. God used the prophets to give hope to His people. They said God would send a Messiah—born into the world as a baby to live the perfect life people fail to live and die the guilty death we deserve.
 
FAMILY STARTING POINTS
  • Babies and Toddlers
    • Jesus was born.
    • People waited a long time for Jesus to be born.
    • God told prophets about Jesus’ birth.
    • God sent Jesus to earth because He loves us.
  •  Preschool
    • Why was Jesus born? Jesus was born to rescue us.
    • God’s prophets told people about Jesus long before He was born.
  • Kids
    • Why was Jesus born? Jesus was born to rescue us from sin.
    • Everything God said about Jesus’ birth came true.
UNIT KEY PASSAGE
●       Galatians 4:4-5 (Galatians 4:4 for Babies and Toddlers)​

NEXT WEEK
●       “Angels Spoke to Mary and Joseph” (Luke 1; Matthew 1)

Worship

Here’s what we’re doing for 3RW Kids!

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Kids Programming - PreK to 5th grade

  • The Gospel Project is a weekly Bible study that helps kids dive deep into the big story of the Bible—God’s plan to rescue His people through His Son, Jesus Christ. We use this curriculum during the school year for PreK - 5th grade
  • Christmas Unit:  God sent His Son, Jesus, to earth to be born as a baby in humble surroundings.  Jesus was no ordinary baby. He was the One who would save God’s people from their sin. Christmas is the time to celebrate God’s greatest gift of His own Son, Jesus Christ.)
  • ​​Why was Jesus born? Jesus was born to rescue us from sin.
  • SESSION 1: Prophets Told About Jesus’ Birth, Isaiah 7; 9; 11; Micah 5
  • SESSION 2: Angels Spoke to Mary and Joseph
    Matthew 1; Luke 1
  • SESSION 3: Jesus Was Born
    Isaiah 9; Luke 2
  • SESSION 4: Jesus Was Dedicated
    Luke 2
  • SESSION 5: Wise Men Visited Jesus
    Matthew 2

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Families with Little Ones

Here are some plans to help you worship if you have little ones!
  • The Walk-In Nursery is open for infant care-givers that shows the service live-stream.
  • A Wiggle Room is open to for kids, age 3 and under with supervised nursery care!  Stop at the kid's desk to check in.
  • Infant changing stations are located in the Walk-in Nursery, Wiggle Room, and Family Restroom.
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Click the video below for a look inside 3RiversKids!

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The Vision

Three Rivers children's programming is offered Sunday mornings during our service at 10:00am for children age 3 to 5th grade. Children learn about God in large group and small group settings while our volunteers use a variety of creative tools for teachings, Bible stories, and life application principles. If you have any questions about our children's ministry please use the contact tab to email Pastor Sarah.  

Dedicated Children's Space

A few years ago we completely renovated half of our church building into an amazing new children's wing! The goal was to create a space that is safe, exciting and designed specifically with our kids in mind! The new wing features a designated children's worship center, a parent-check-in station, several age specific classrooms and children's restrooms. We hope that it will be a place your kids are excited to come to every week!

Nursery

We have a fully staffed nursery with trained volunteers who view serving you and your children as a ministry opportunity. We also have a  "walk-in" nursery immediately off the main worship center that is available for parents who would prefer to have their young children with them but might still need a quiet place with a changing table or rocking chair! We love kids and can't wait to connect with your family!
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2825 Hillegas Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46808  •  260.424.7887
​Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8122, Fort Wayne, IN 46898