For this week’s Come Follow Me Lesson, focus on the Christmas story. We have provided 12 Nativity Pieces you can use in several ways. Use one of our ideas or come up with your own.
Put the nativity pieces on popsicle sticks, magnets, or transfer paper for felt and let the children use them to tell the story of Christmas.
Use the nativity pieces with names on them. Punch a hole in the top and tie string around it to make a name tag. Assign everyone a character to play and act out the Christmas story as a family.
On the back of the nativity pieces write a Christmas song (suggestions can be found on the lesson summary page). Let each person choose a piece one at a time, sing the song, and let that person add the character to the nativity.
Use the Scripture Story Guide to study about the Christmas story in the scriptures.
Let each person make a Christmas Ornament. Discuss what you’ve learned throughout the year from the Book of Mormon.
We’ve also included a Christmas Coloring Page.
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Though the writings of Isaiah can be intimidating to study, we are encouraged to dive in and embrace this special part of the Old Testament. Isaiah is unique in that the entire book is written by him, as opposed to the historical texts we read earlier this year. Think about it: the word of the Lord straight from the mouth of an ancient prophet in your own home.
Wouldn’t it be nice to have a guidebook on how to be a better parent? On how to have less contention in the home? A word or two on having more patience and kindness? The book of Proverbs is full of wisdom given to David, Solomon, and others who sought the guidance of Heaven. Many verses, when read with prayer and real intent, can answer our prayers when we need heavenly guidance in raising our children, such as this one: “A soft answer turneth away wrath” (Proverbs 15:1).
As we continue through Psalms, we are taught that humility is required to recognize God’s personal affection for each of His children. Heavenly Father knows each of us better than we know ourselves—our thoughts, strengths, and struggles—and offers His scriptures as a light to guide us home through life’s darkness and challenges.