UNIQUE FRIENDS SCHOOLSLesson Note: The Early Life of Jesus
Class: BASIC 2
Subject: C.R.S
Topic: The Early Life of Jesus
Objectives:
Introduction: The early life of Jesus is a significant part of the Christian faith. In this lesson, we will explore the birth of Jesus, the message of the angel to Joseph, and the gifts presented to Jesus by the three wise men.
CONTENT
The Birth of Jesus: Jesus was born in Bethlehem, a town in Judea, during the reign of King Herod. His mother, Mary, was a virgin who was betrothed to Joseph, a carpenter. The birth of Jesus was foretold by the prophet Isaiah, who said that a virgin would conceive and bear a son, and his name would be called Emmanuel, which means "God with us" (Isaiah 7:14).
According to the Bible, Mary and Joseph traveled from Nazareth to Bethlehem to register for the census. When they arrived, they found that there was no room for them at the inn, so they had to stay in a manger, where Jesus was born (Luke 2:1-7).
The Message of the Angel to Joseph: Before Jesus was born, an angel appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, "Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary your wife, for that which is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins" (Matthew 1:20-21).
The angel's message to Joseph was clear: Jesus was the son of God, and he would save his people from their sins. Joseph obeyed the angel's message and took Mary as his wife, and Jesus was born.
The Gifts of the Three Wise Men: After Jesus was born, three wise men from the East came to visit him, bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh (Matthew 2:1-12). These gifts were significant because they represented the wealth and royalty of Jesus.
Myrrh represented Jesus' suffering and death, which would ultimately lead to his resurrection and the salvation of humanity.
Conclusion: In this lesson, we have explored the early life of Jesus, including his birth, the message of the angel to Joseph, and the gifts presented to him by the three wise men. We have seen that Jesus was born to save his people from their sins, and that his birth was foretold by the prophets and announced by angels. We have also seen that Jesus was given gifts that represented his kingship, priesthood, and suffering.
Assessment:
What gifts did the three wise men present to Jesus.