story facts
who were the two people waiting for baby Jesus?
simeon and anna
did Simeon give up waiting for Jesus?
no, he kept believing God's promise
what should we do while we wait for God's help?
pray
where did Simeon and Anna wait for Jesus?
at the temple
what did Anna do every day at the temple?
she prayed and worshiped God
who can we trust when we feel tired of waiting
God
who brought baby Jesus to the temple?
Mary and Joseph
true or false: waiting is easy
false! waiting is hard, but God helps us
name one way kids can show patience
waiting their turn, not complaining, being kind, etc
what did Simeon do when he saw baby Jesus?
he held him and praised God
what promise did God make to Simeon?
he would see the Savior before he died
what should we remember while waiting?
God always keeps his promises