Cast of Christmas
Who was Mary’s relative that was also expecting a miracle baby?
Elizabeth
What Roman emperor ordered the census that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem?
Caesar Augustus
What phrase did Gabriel repeat to both Mary and the shepherds?
Do not be Afraid
From what general direction did the Magi travel?
The East
What does the title “Christ” mean?
Messiah
What was Joseph’s Job?
Carpenter
Bethlehem was also known as the city of which Old Testament king?
David
What sign did the angel give the shepherds so they would recognize the baby?
A baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger
Which Gospel includes the visit of the Magi?
Matthew
Which Old Testament passage says a virgin will conceive?
Isaiah 7:14
Who was the high priest mentioned during the time of Jesus’ birth narrative?
Zechariah
How far did Mary and Joseph likely travel from Nazareth to Bethlehem?
About 90 Miles
What heavenly group appeared with the angel to the shepherds?
A multitude of the heavenly host
What Old Testament prophecy is often connected to the star?
Numbers 24:17
What does Jesus’ humble birth reveal about God’s character?
He came for Everyone not just the Rich.
Which Old Testament king was King Herod trying to imitate by protecting his throne?
Pharaoh
Why was there “no room in the inn”?
The town was overcrowded because of the census
What two titles did the angels use to describe Jesus in Luke 2?
Savior and Christ the Lord
Why were the Magi troubled by Herod’s reaction?
He intended to Kill the Baby
According to the Christmas story, what should our response be to Jesus’ birth?
Worship Him / have joy / follow Him
Which Gospel writer gives the most detailed account of Mary’s perspective?
Luke
What Old Testament book specifically connects the Messiah to David’s hometown?
Micah
What happened immediately after the angels left the shepherds?
The shepherds went to Bethlehem to see the child
What warning did God give the Magi in a dream?
not to return to Herod
What is another name the Bible uses for Jesus at His birth that means “God with us”?
Emmanuel