Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 1 Christian Religion Studies. In our previous lesson, we learned about Things That Were Created By Human Beings. Today, we’re going to learn about The Birth of Jesus – The Angelic Visit to Mary.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Understand the angelic visit to Mary and the announcement of Jesus’ birth.
- Draw/colour pictures of Mary and the Angel.
- Recite the memory verse.
The Angelic Visit to Mary
The angelic visit to Mary is a significant event in the story of Jesus’ birth. It marks the beginning of the miraculous birth of Jesus.
What is the Angelic Visit to Mary?
The angelic visit to Mary is the story of the angel Gabriel appearing to Mary, a young woman from Nazareth, and announcing that she would give birth to a son, who would be the Messiah, the Son of God. This event is recorded in the Bible in the book of Luke, chapter 1, verses 26-38.
The Significance of the Angelic Visit
The angelic visit to Mary is significant for several reasons:
- The Announcement of Jesus’ Birth: The angel Gabriel’s visit to Mary announced the birth of Jesus, the Son of God, who would be the Savior of the world.
- Mary’s Faith: Mary’s response to the angel’s announcement demonstrates her faith and obedience to God. She accepted God’s plan for her life, even though it was challenging.
- The Power of God: The angelic visit demonstrates the power of God to work in unexpected ways and to fulfill His promises.
The Key Characters
The main characters in the angelic visit to Mary are:
- Mary: A young woman from Nazareth who was chosen by God to be the mother of Jesus.
- Angel Gabriel: A messenger from God who delivered the message to Mary.
The Message
The angel Gabriel’s message to Mary was:
- “Greetings, favored one! The Lord is with you.” This greeting acknowledges Mary’s special position in God’s plan.
- “Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favor with God.” This reassures Mary that she is loved and protected by God.
- “You will conceive and give birth to a son, and you are to call him Jesus.” This announces the birth of Jesus, the Son of God.
- “He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High.” This describes Jesus’ divine nature and his role as the Messiah.
- “The Lord God will give him the throne of his ancestor David.” This promises Jesus’ kingship and authority.
- “He will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and his kingdom will never end.” This emphasizes Jesus’ eternal reign and the lasting impact of his kingdom.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about the angelic visit to Mary, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- Who visited Mary with a special message?
- What did the angel Gabriel tell Mary?
- What did Mary say in response to the angel’s message?
- Why is the angelic visit to Mary important?
- What can we learn from Mary’s example?
Conclusion
Today, we learned about the angel’s special visit to Mary, sharing the wonderful news of Jesus’ birth. Remember, with God, anything is possible! Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!
