24 When Joseph woke from sleep, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded him: he took his wife, 25 but knew her not until she had given birth to a son. And he called his name Jesus. Matthew 1 :24-25
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
1) Read Matthew 1:18-25.
2) How do you see Joseph respond with wonder at what God has done?
3) What about the story of Joseph can you relate to in your life today?
4) How does the story of Joseph point to the advent theme of joy this week?
5) How can you look for opportunities to be awakened to the wonder of God working in ways that we don’t always understand this week?
6) This week’s Advent theme is joy. Pray that God will deepen your wonder of His joy this week.
FAMILY CHRISTMAS TRADITION IDEA
- Read Matthew 1:18-25
- Kids – Read about Mary and Joseph traveling to Bethlehem in the Jesus Storybook Bible 180-182.
- Create a Christmas garland to hand in your home with areas in which you desire to trust God in this next year.
The Dawning of Indestructible Joy Advent Devotional by John Piper