Genetic studies have shown that about 55% clasp with their left thumb on top and 45% with their right hand on top. Have them look to see which thumb is on top and if their left thumb is on top to stand. Finally have everyone clasp their hands together without thinking about it.Those whose hairline on their forehead makes a point or widow’s peak stand.Those who can curl or roll their tongue stand.Those with earlobes attached at the bottom stand.In verse 14 David points out that we have been made – “wonderfully” – the Hebrew word there ‘Pala’ (paw-law) translated means “to distinguish, put a difference, show marvelous, separate, set apart, sever, make wonderfully”.ĭavid realized God had made him unique…different…even maybe a little “weird”!, and that was a wonderful thing! There is and never has been nor ever will be another me…another you! God never makes a duplicate! Even twins have differences! Wonderful are Thy works, And my soul knows it very well." Activity: I am unique & special "I will give thanks to Thee, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Take time to read through Psalm 139 which was written by David. Have you ever considered some of these shepherds may have been a lot like you? Have you ever thought about how they felt? God chose the lowly to give the invitation to His Son's birth! So in addition to the shepherds being dirty because of their work, they may have also been shunned for other reasons. In that day in time, children and women were not held in high esteem.
Many times the job of shepherding fell to the youngest in the family like David in the Old Testament (remember the "little guy" who God used to kill the giant Goliath 1 Samuel 16 - 17 one of Jesus' ancestors) or to women like Rachel (another ancestor of Jesus - Genesis 29). They were common, hardworking folks and often looked down upon by others who thought them to be "less". Wonder: The shepherds were real people like you and me have you ever wondered more about what they may have been like, how they may have felt? They stank, and where would they have left their sheep?! If Jesus had been born in an Inn or even someone's home, it's doubtful the shepherds would have been welcome to come in and see Him. Wonder: Have you ever wondered why God did not prepare room in the Inn for Jesus to be born? He certainly didn't forget! God revealed the birth of His Son first to the ones others tended to shun, yet God showed His love is for everyone through the shepherds. To introduce this Christmas Story lesson, give everyone a candy cane or talk about candy canes and how they were designed like a shepherd's staff turned one way and the letter J turned upside down. Title: Even the lowliest matter to God Scripture: Luke 2:1-20 Printable Lesson For Teaching INtroduction: Candy Cane Staff This is also a great tool for family worship and can easily be divided into two lessons. We have included a basic Bible lesson script with a variety of interactive options for different ages including children, youth and adults. This Bible study lesson based on a portion of the Christmas story may be used with any age.
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The story of the shepherds can teach us how to again be amazed in the midst of the ordinary and how God's love has been sent to everyone through Jesus! A Christmas Story Bible Study Sometimes the sense of wonder can be found again when we allow ourselves to "wonder." Have you ever wondered why God chose the shepherds to be the first to hear about Jesus' birth? They were just common people in the ordinary of their day when Jesus came and changed everything!
Many of us have heard the Christmas story so often it has lost its wonder.
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