Actions Worthy of Praise
Key Passage
Jesus said, "Truly I tell you, among those born of women no one has arisen greater than John the Baptist; yet the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he." (Matthew 11:11)
Questions
Adults:
How do you prepare yourself to meet Christ in those around you?
Children:
What good thing have you done so far during Advent to be like Jesus?
Readings
First Reading
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Israel's Deliverance
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Coloring Creations 2: 52 More Creative Bible Lessons
- Chapter 24: God’s Promise • p.52-53 • Is 11:1-6, 35:3-10
Second Reading
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Patience
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Kids' Travel Guide series: Kids' Travel Guide to the Fruit of the Spirit: 13 Interactive Lessons
- Chapter 5: Patience • p.43-51 • Jas 5:7
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Learning Centers series: Learning Centers for Advent & Lent
- Advent • Chapter 5: Be Watchful and Patient • p.19-20 • Jas 5:7-10; Mk 13:33-37
Gospel
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Christ's Witness to John
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Wows series: Sciency-Fun WOWS! Ages 3-7: 54 Surprising Bible Object Lessons
- Chapter 20: Jesus Eases John’s Doubt » Rescue Team! • p.48-49 • Mt 11:1-6; Lk 7:18-23
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Wows series: Makerific WOWS! Ages 3-7: 54 Surprising Bible Crafts
- Chapter 20: Jesus Eases John's Doubt • p.72-73 • Mt 11:1-6; Lk 7:18-23
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Wows series: Makerific WOWS! Ages 8-12: 54 Surprising Bible Crafts
- Chapter 20: Jesus Eases John’s Doubt » Superhero Pencil Toppers • p.68-71 • Mt 11:1-6; Lk 7:18-23
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Wows series: Sciency-Fun WOWS! Ages 8-12: 54 Surprising Bible Object Lessons
- Chapter 20: Jesus Eases John’s Doubt » Rescue Team! • p.50-51 • Mt 11:1-6; Lk 7:18-23
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The Humongous Book of Bible Skits for Children's Ministry
- Chapter 33: Wise and Foolish Builders • p.126-128 • Mt 7:24-20:999