“Prophets Foretold the Birth of Jesus,” Christmas Study Plan (2024)
“Prophets Foretold the Birth of Jesus,” Christmas Study Plan
Thursday, December 19
Prophets Foretold the Birth of Jesus
“For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given” (Isaiah 9:6).
Prophets testify of God’s plan of salvation so they can help build the faith of others. President Russell M. Nelson said, “[Jesus Christ’s birth was] foreseen by prophets since the days of Adam [and Eve].” Study the testimonies of God’s prophets who foresaw and foretold the birth of Jesus Christ.
Scriptures and Questions
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Isaiah prophesied about the birth of Jesus Christ during a time of great trouble and uncertainty for the people of Judah. How might Isaiah’s words have given the people hope?
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Nephi, one of the first prophets in the Book of Mormon, was shown the Savior’s birth by an angel. What do you think the angel wanted Nephi to understand about Jesus Christ?
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King Benjamin was another Book of Mormon prophet who learned from an angel about the Savior’s coming. Note the names, titles, and words the angel uses to teach about Christ and His mission. Which words seem especially important to you and why?
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Samuel the Lamanite, who lived just before Christ’s birth, told of great signs in the heavens that would appear on the day the Son of God was born. Look for them in these verses and ponder what these signs might symbolize. What do they teach you about Jesus Christ?
“Samuel the Lamanite Prophesies of Jesus Christ”
Samuel the Lamanite Prophesies of Jesus Christ
Samuel the Lamanite prophesies of the coming of Christ, angering the Nephites. When the Nephites shoot arrows and throw stones at Samuel, he is protected by the Lord and every arrow and stone misses him.
Record your impressions.
Song
“Samuel Tells of the Baby Jesus,” Children’s Songbook, 36
Activity for Children
Service Ideas
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Invite a neighbor to a worship service.
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Ask a coworker how you can lighten their load.
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Go caroling with a group.