The Birth of Jesus
Who was Jesus’ mother?
Mary
Who announced Jesus’ birth to the shepherds?
An angel
What holiday do we celebrate on December 25?
Christmas
Which Gospel tells most of the Christmas story—Matthew or Luke?
Luke
What word means “God with us”?
Emmanuel
Who was Jesus’ earthly father?
Joseph
What did the angel tell Mary to name her baby?
Jesus
What song contains the line “Joy to the world, the Lord is come”?
Joy to the World
Finish the verse: “For unto us a child is ______.”
Born (Isaiah 9:6)
What song says, “O come let us adore Him”?
O Come All Ye Faithful
Where was Jesus born?
Bethlehem
What guided the wise men to Jesus?
A star
What decoration symbolizes eternal life?
A wreath
Who said, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace”?
The angels
Which angel is often associated with announcing Jesus’ birth?
Gabriel
What was the sign that showed the shepherds where to find Jesus?
A baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger
What gifts did the wise men bring? (Name at least 2)
Gold, frankincense, myrrh
What plant is often hung in doorways at Christmas?
Mistletoe
What book says, “The Word became flesh and dwelt among us”?
John
What title is Jesus given meaning “Prince of Peace”?
Isaiah 9:6
Which prophet foretold that the Messiah would be born of a virgin?
Isaiah
Where did Joseph take Mary and Jesus to escape from King Herod?
Egypt
What Christian season begins four Sundays before Christmas?
Advent
In Luke 2, who took Jesus into his arms in the temple and blessed Him?
Simeon
What hymn contains the line “Veiled in flesh the Godhead see”?
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing