Bible Passage: John 3:16
Theme: Jesus Is God’s Greatest Gift
Age Group: 4–10 years
Time: 30–40 minutes
✅ This free Christmas Sunday school lesson for kids includes a Bible story, craft, memory verse, discussion questions, and printable activities.
1. Welcome & Opening Prayer (3 Minutes)
Teacher Says:
“Good morning, everyone! Today we’re celebrating the very best Christmas gift ever. It’s not a toy, a game, or something wrapped under the tree. The best gift is Jesus!”
✅ This introduction helps children connect Christmas to the Bible and prepares them for today’s Sunday school lesson.
Opening Prayer:
“Dear God, thank You for loving us so much that You sent Your Son, Jesus. Help us understand why Jesus is the best gift and help us share His love with others. Amen.”
2. Bible Story — The Best Gift Ever Given (8–10 Minutes)
Teacher Story Summary:
At Christmas time, we see lots of gifts being wrapped and shared. Gifts are special because they show love. But God gave the greatest gift of all when He gave us Jesus.
The Bible tells us in John 3:16:
“For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
✅ Explain to children that Jesus came to earth because God loves us so much. Jesus brings forgiveness, love, peace, and the promise of eternal life.
Jesus is the best gift because He is a gift that lasts forever.
THE STORY BEGINS…
A long, long time ago, the whole world was waiting. People felt scared, sad, and lost. They needed hope. They needed a Savior. (they were waiting because a promise was given to then-Israel, God’s people.)
Then one night, something incredible happened.
Not in a palace…
Not in a fancy hospital…
But in a quiet little town called Bethlehem.
Mary and Joseph arrived there after a long, tiring journey. The streets were crowded, animals were everywhere, and all the rooms were full.
“Sorry… no space,” the innkeeper said.
But God had a plan.
Mary and Joseph found a small stable — a place where animals slept. It wasn’t perfect… but it was peaceful.
And in that simple little place…
THE GREATEST GIFT ARRIVES
That night, Baby Jesus was born — the Savior everyone had been waiting for!
There was no crib, so Mary wrapped Him in soft cloth and laid Him gently in a manger filled with hay.
Even though He was tiny, He was the King of Kings, the Light of the World, and God’s gift to us.
A HEAVENLY ANNOUNCEMENT
Meanwhile, shepherds were watching their sheep in a field. It was quiet and dark…
Then suddenly — BOOM!
The sky lit up with a bright, glowing light. The shepherds froze.
An angel stood before them shining like lightning and said:
“Don’t be afraid!
I bring you GOOD NEWS of GREAT JOY for everyone!
A Savior has been born today — Christ the Lord!”
Then the whole sky exploded with angels singing:
“Glory to God in the highest!
Peace on earth!”
Imagine thousands of bright, shimmering angels filling the sky like a giant choir!
The shepherds ran — not walked — to Bethlehem to find the baby. And when they saw Jesus, their hearts filled with joy.
They told everyone they met: “The Savior is here!”
WHY THIS BABY IS THE BEST GIFT
Note for the teacher take shiny paper, ribbon, bows when you are narrating that Jesus didn’t come wrapped…. Showing it makes your class interesting. Show threw your expression how wonderful is the gift of God (JESUS). You can also use Felt Bible Story Set.
Jesus didn’t come wrapped in shiny paper.
He didn’t come with ribbons or bows.
He came wrapped in LOVE.
Jesus came to bring:
✨ Forgiveness
✨ Peace
✨ Hope
✨ Joy
✨ Eternal life
✨ God’s love forever
He is the gift that never breaks, never gets old, and never stops giving.
That’s why Jesus is the BEST gift ever.
✅ These Sunday school discussion questions help children understand the meaning of Christmas in a simple, age-appropriate way.
3. Discussion Questions (5 Minutes)
Ask the children:
• What kinds of gifts do we usually get at Christmas?
• Why do you think Jesus is called a gift?
• How does Jesus show us love every day?
• How can we share Jesus’ love with others during Christmas?
4. Craft — “Jesus Is the Best Gift” Star Ornament (10 Minutes)
Materials:
Wooden star- [AMAZON LINK]
Markers- [AMAZON LINK]
Paint- [AMAZON LINK]
Decoration- [AMAZON LINK]
Ribbon- [AMAZON LINK]
Glue- [AMAZON LINK]
Brush- [AMAZON LINK]
CRAFT DISCUSSION WHILE THEY WORK
“Why is Jesus better than any present?”
“What does Jesus give us that toys can’t?”
“How can we share the gift of Jesus with others?”
✅ This Christmas Bible craft for kids reinforces the lesson and gives children something meaningful to take home.
Wooden star- [AMAZON LINK]
Markers- [AMAZON LINK]
Paint- [AMAZON LINK]
Decoration- [AMAZON LINK]
Ribbon- [AMAZON LINK]
Glue- [AMAZON LINK]
Felt Bible Story set- [AMAZON LINK]
Brushes- [AMAZON LINK]
🧰 Supplies for Today’s Craft!
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