Nativity
Bible Verse
Carols
Culture
Traditions
100
What city was Jesus born in?
Bethlehem
100
What does Matthew 1:23 say will be the name of the virgin’s son, and what does it signify?
Emmanuel, which means “God with us.”
100
Fill & Sing:
“O come, all ye faithful, joyful and ________, O come ye, O come ye to ________.”
Answer: triumphant; Bethlehem
100
Which famous Christmas song’s title means “Merry Christmas” in Spanish?
Feliz Navidad
100
When did the custom of exchanging gifts at Christmas begin?
The custom dates back to the early Christian tradition, symbolizing the gifts given to Jesus by the wise men. It became more widespread during the Victorian era.
200
What animals are mentioned in the Bible as being present at Jesus’ birth?
None.
Animals were not specifically mentioned in the Bible narrative.
200
Which Old Testament prophecy specifically mentions Bethlehem as the birthplace of the Messiah?
Micah 5:2
200
Fill & Sing:
“God rest ye merry, gentlemen, let nothing you ________, remember Christ our Savior was born on ________ ________.”
Answer: dismay; Christmas Day
200
In what year did the movie Home Alone debut?
1990
200
Which Christian saint is credited with the origin of the "Santa Claus" figure?
St. Nicholas, a 4th-century bishop from Myra in modern-day Turkey, who was known for his generosity and kindness.
300
What were the gifts brought by the wise men?
Gold, frankincense, and myrrh
300
What titles were used for Jesus in Isaiah 9:6 that reflect His divine authority?
(Hint: there are four)
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace
300
Fill & Sing:
“Angels we have heard on high, sweetly singing o’er the ________, and the mountains in reply, echoing their joyous ________.”
Answer: plains; strains
300
Which American singer is known as the "Queen of Christmas"? You hear her EVERYWHERE
Mariah Carey,
"All I Want for Christmas is You"
300
Where did the tradition of Christmas lights on houses begin?
The tradition began in the United States, inspired by the use of candles on Christmas trees, which was first popularized in Germany in the 18th century.
400
Who was the prophet that foretold Jesus would be born of a virgin?
Isaiah
400
In what way does Ephesians 2:14-16 explain Jesus' coming to earth?
He came to break down the dividing wall of hostility and reconcile both Jews and Gentiles to God through the cross.
400
Fill & Sing:
“We three kings of Orient are, bearing gifts we ________ ________, field and fountain, moor and mountain.”
Answer: traverse afar
(NOT traveled afar)
400
In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," how many total gifts are given by the end?
364
400
What country is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition?
Germany
500
According to the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew, how many generations were there from Abraham to Jesus?
42 generations
500
In Hebrews 2:14-15, why does it say Jesus shared in humanity’s flesh and blood?
To destroy the power of death held by the devil and free those who lived in fear of death.
"he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might break the power of him who holds the power of death—that is, the devil— 15 and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death."
500
Fill & Sing:
“Good Christian men, rejoice, with heart and soul and ________; give ye heed to what we ________.”
Answer: voice; say
500
What popular American beverage brand was one of the first to depict Santa Claus as the jolly figure we know today?
Coca-Cola
500
What is the origin of the tradition of "caroling" during the Christmas season?
Caroling originated from the medieval practice of "wassailing," where people would go door-to-door singing for food and drink, a custom that evolved into festive Christmas carols.