The Nativity
Who was Jesus' earthly father?
Joseph
How did the wise men know where to find Jesus?
Who first announced Jesus’ birth to the shepherds?
An angel
Who foretold that a virgin would conceive and give birth to a son?
Isaiah
Who ordered the census that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem?
Caesar Augustus
In what town was Jesus born?
What gifts did the wise men bring?
gold, frankincense, and myrrh
What did the angel say to the shepherds?
"Do not be afraid; I bring you good news of great joy"?
What is the name given to Jesus in Isaiah’s prophecy that means "God with us"
Immanuel or Emmanuel
What did King Herod do when he heard about Jesus’ birth?
ordered the killing of baby boys in Bethlehem
Who was Jesus' mother?
Mary
Who warned the wise men not to return to Herod?
An angel in a dream
What did the shepherds do after the angels left?
they went to see Jesus
Which prophet said the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem?
Micah
What occupation did the shepherds have?
tending sheep
What was Jesus placed in after His birth?
A manger
Where did the wise men first go looking for Jesus?
King Herod’s palace
What sign did the angel give the shepherds to identify Jesus?
"a baby wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger"?
Who said, “A star shall come out of Jacob”?
Balaam
Who did the angel Gabriel visit to announce Jesus’ birth?
Mary
What is another name for the city of Bethlehem?
City of David
How many wise men visited Jesus?
Unknown
What song did the heavenly host sing?
"Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men"?
Which prophet foretold that the Messiah would be a descendant of King David?
Jeremiah
(Jeremiah 23:5, "I will raise up for David a righteous Branch.")
What does the name Jesus mean
"The Lord saves"