RECEIVE

DECEMBER 18
Luke 2:1-7

Personal Devotion
Thank God for how He chose to have His Son born in a humble and lowly manger instead of a grand palace.

Write down ways your heart can become a more humble abode Jesus would love to make His home in today.

Group Discussion
How was the birth of the King of Kings different from the birth of most kings on earth?

Why do you think God chose a lowly place for His Son to be born?

What does this tell you about the kind of heart God loves to makes His home in?

How is God challenging you with the condition of your heart today?

Family Ideas for Advent this Christmas
* Open an Advent Calendar each day until Christmas.
* Praying for God to show you someone your family can bless this Christmas by helping, visiting, or showing hospitality.
* Sing Christmas songs together.
* Decorate your house for Christmas together while drinking hot chocolate and listening to Christmas music.
* Make Christmas cookies together and share some with neighbors.
* Sponsor a family in need.
* Serve at a soup kitchen or service project.