"Scripture Power Picnic and
Plays"
by Annie Skinner |
I found a nice little article from the Friend, Dec. 1999
Sharing Time: When He Comes Again that I
took this from.
I took out a couple of things because I don't want to talk too much, but
other than that no words have been changed. I did add the songs, though. I
really like the way this was written.
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Opening/Closing Song: I Believe in
Christ Hymn # 134At Christmastime our
thoughts and hearts turn to a little Baby born in Bethlehem. We sing songs
about the birth of Jesus. We send cards to each other expressing our joy
that He came to earth. We set up nativity scenes with shepherds and Wise Men
and Mary and Joseph and Baby Jesus to remind us that Jesus came to this
world as a baby and to celebrate this great event.
SING: Sleep Little Jesus p. 47
The birth of a baby is a wonderful thing, but we
celebrate the Savior's birth for a very special reason. It has to do with
Easter. Without the crucifixion and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which
we celebrate at Easter, no one would celebrate Christmas.
SING: He Sent His Son p. 34
Baby Jesus was the One all the prophets promised would
come into the world to be our Savior and Redeemer. He came to earth to show
us how to live. He came to earth to die for us so that we could live again
with our Father in Heaven. We are so grateful to Jesus Christ for what He
did for us that we honor His birth by celebrating Christmas. With great joy,
we also honor His resurrection by celebrating Easter.
SING: Did Jesus Really Live Again? p.
64
There is another day we are going to celebrate: the day
when Jesus Christ will return to earth. Hosts of angels will be with Him
then, too. The same Jesus who was born in Bethlehem, was crucified, and was
resurrected, will come to earth again.
SING: I Wonder When He Comes Again p.
82
When the Savior comes again, He will bring peace for the
nations. He will bring safety and joy for all the righteous. Those who love
Him will be prepared to meet Him at that day. We can prepare now by keeping
His commandments and by following His example. We can prepare
by showing love for others and by listening to the
whisperings of the Spirit.
SING: I'm Trying to Be Like Jesus p. 78
Extra Songs:
On A Golden Springtime p. 88,
To Think About Jesus p. 71