Song: Do You Hear What I Hear? (Whitney Houston)
Verse: Luke 2:9-11
Questions:
The angels shared the best news ever—Jesus was born! What’s the best news you could receive today?
How would you feel if someone shared incredible news with you like the angels did?
How can you share good news or encouragement with someone else?
Activity: Try writing down good news from the year together with friends or family.
Song: We Three Kings (Tenth Avenue North)
Verse: 1 John 3:18
Questions:
What words or actions feel like love to you today?
The Bible says love isn’t just something you say—it’s something you do. What’s one way you can show love to someone today?
If you could give Jesus one gift from your heart, what would it be?
Activity: Think of three people around you that you know care for people well. Write them a note, a text message, or a phone call. Send them a gift card, buy groceries, or a coffee. Drop off treats or a care package at their doorstep.
Song: Grown Up Christmas List (Amy Grant)
Verse: Mark 10:16 - Children
Questions:
If you could ask for anything that isn’t a toy or a thing, what would be on your “grown-up” Christmas list?
Jesus welcomed children with love. If you were one of those kids, what blessing would you want Jesus to give you?
What’s something you loved about Christmas when you were younger—or love about it now?
Activity: Do something today that reminds you of a younger or current Christmas memory. Watch a movie, bake, visit a Christmas light show, or light candles and do a puzzle together.
Song: Magnificat (Glory to God) (Tenielle Neda, Jon Guerra, Praytell)
Verse: Luke 1:46-56 - Mary’s Song
Questions:
What is your favorite Christmas carol?
What does it say to you about the meaning of Christmas?
Mary sang because she knew God loved her. What’s something that makes you want to thank God?
Activity: Gather your family together over dinner, invite over some friends, or FaceTime your grandkids, kids, or others over a meal.
Love is at the very heart of Christmas. Advent leads us toward the moment when God showed His love in the most personal way—by sending Jesus to be with us. This week, we remember that God’s love is not just a feeling; it’s something we can see, hear, share, and give. Through the songs and Scriptures ahead, we’ll discover how God’s love changes us and how we can bring that love to others.
As you move through the final days before Christmas, may your family slow down and notice the ways love is showing up all around you—in kindness, in generosity, in laughter, in quiet moments, and in the story of Jesus’ birth. Let this week fill your home with the kind of love that reflects God’s heart.
Song: Christmas Shoes (NewSong)
Verse: Isaiah 54:10 - Unfailing Love
Questions:
Do you think the story told in “The Christmas Shoes” is sweet or weird?
Where in your life, in the life of your loved ones, and in that of your community needs God’s compassion just now?
Song: Christmas Time is Here (Tori Kelly)
Verse: Luke 2:1-14 - The Birth of Jesus
Questions:
Read part of the Christmas story together. What stood out to you this time?
What part of that story makes you feel peaceful or happy?
How do you imagine the angels sounded when they sang?
Song: O, Christmas Tree (Forrest Frank)
Verse: Romans 12:18 - Live at Peace
Questions:
What do you think is the strangest Christmas tradition?
Is there a tradition you would add?
This verse talks about living in peace with others—how can you help bring peace to your home?
Activity: Send an email, message, or card to a teacher, pastor, friend, parent, or someone that has been an inspiration to you.
Song: O Little Town of Bethlehem
Verse: Psalm 148 - Praise the Lord
Questions:
The nativity scene often shows animals gathered around Jesus. Why do you think that’s special?
How do animals show God’s creativity and goodness?
If you were one of the animals in the stable, what would you be thinking or feeling?
Activity: Take some break or food outside to feed the birds, squirrels, bunny rabbits, or deer. Give your pets an extra special treat.
Song: I Heard the Bells (Johnny Cash)
Verse: Isaiah 45:8
Questions:
Advent reminds us that the world needs peace. What kind of peace or goodness do you hope for right now?
If bells could ring out one message for you today, what would you want them to say?
Where do you notice little moments of beauty or joy?
Song: White Christmas (Bing Crosby)
Verse: Matthew 18:2-4
Questions:
What do you think the “perfect Christmas” would look like?
Why do you think it’s easy to remember the tough moments more than the good ones?
What Christmas sights, sounds, or smells bring back happy memories for you?
Activity: Create a gingerbread house together. Focus less on perfection and more on the joy of creating something together.
Peace isn’t just the absence of noise or trouble—it’s the deep, steady calm that comes from knowing God is with us. Advent invites us to slow down, breathe, and remember that Jesus came to bring peace to our hearts, our homes, and our world. Even when life feels busy, messy, or overwhelming, God’s peace is something we can carry with us everywhere.
This week, through music and Scripture, we’ll look for the places where God is offering us His peace: in our longing, in our memories, in creation, in traditions, and in the story of Jesus’ birth. As you listen, read, and talk together, let God quiet your heart and fill your home with His gentle presence. Jesus is our Prince of Peace—and He is with us.
Song: I'll Be Home For Christmas (Camila Cabello)
Verse: Isaiah 40:3-5
Questions:
What makes a place feel like “home” to you?
How do you get your heart ready for Christmas—not just your house?
What helps you feel close to God during this season?
Song: Carol of the Bells (Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
Verse: Psalm 150:1-6 - Praise Him
Questions:
Bells are often used as a form of communication, whether to gather people together, to mark the time of day, or simply to express a joyous noise in celebration. When you have good news to share, who is the first person you tell?
How can you share joy with someone you haven’t talked to in a while?
Activity: Think of someone you used to be close to, but haven’t seen in a long time. Give them a call, or even just send them a little note that they were on your mind. Open yourself up to the opportunity to rekindle what was once a special relationship.
Song: Santa Claus is Coming to Town (The Jackson Five)
Verse: Galatians 5:22-23 - Fruit of the Spirit
Questions:
What adjectives would you use to describe Santa?
Why do you think Santa is so popular and loved?
The verse talks about the “fruit of the Spirit.” How is joy one of the ways we show Jesus’ love?
Song: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays (NSYNC)
Verse: Nehemiah 8:10 - Joy of the Lord
Questions:
Think of the best party/celebration you have been to. What made it so special? Was it the food? The people there?
What are some things you do to make a celebration fun?
Activity: Crank up the Christmas tunes! Start your own Christmas playlist, or tune into 106.7FM for 24/7 Christmas songs!
Song: Mistletoe (Justin Bieber)
Verse: Isaiah 43:16-19 - He is doing a new thing
Questions:
Do you have fond memories of beloved Christmas traditions?
Were there ones you’ve always wanted to participate in, but never had the opportunity?
Activity: Start some new traditions this year! Google “Christmas traditions” for ideas!
Song: Little Drummer Boy (Jars of Clay)
Verse: Matthew 22:34-39 - The Greatest Commandment
Questions:
If you could give God any gift—talent, time, kindness—what would you give Him?
Why do you think loving God and loving others is the most important thing?
What’s one way you can show love this week?
Activity: Make intentional time to “be still” (Psalm 46:10) and reflect on God. If you can’t even fathom what that would be like, just think about God’s majesty in nature and creation. Gaze at the stars one clear night, or take the time to look up and see his majesty in the clouds.
Song: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (The Carpenters)
Verse: John 14:27
Questions:
Jesus said He gives us peace. When do you feel God’s peace?
Do you ever try to hide your problems at Christmas? What’s one healthier way you can handle tough feelings this year?
Joy is one of God’s greatest gifts—something deeper than happiness and stronger than circumstance. Advent reminds us that Jesus came to bring a joy the world can’t take away. This week, we’ll explore what real joy looks like: joy when things are good, joy when life is hard, joy in giving, joy in traditions, joy in celebrating, and joy in sharing good news with others.
Through music, Scripture, and simple conversations, we hope your family discovers that joy isn’t just a Christmas feeling—it's a fruit of God’s Spirit alive in us. As you move through this week, look for the moments where God surprises you with joy, big or small. And let these songs help you remember that Jesus is the source of the joy we celebrate at Christmas and all year long.