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Praise Explosion! LESSON 11

Your Response to the Lesson What was most interesting in the Bible story? What activity was most enjoyable? What new things did you learn?

Activity A Praise Building What are all the names that you have been called? Explore the many names and titles for God. How does using these names help us remember God’s attributes as we worship Him?

Activity B Angel Praise What are your favorite names for God? Why? When the angels praised God on the night of Jesus’ birth they may have used several of these names.

power text “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests’” (Luke 2:13, 14).

POWERPOINT Every day we can praise and worship God as the angels did.

PRAYER AND PRAISE How Was Your Week? Good things? Challenges? Special events?

PRAYER AND PRAISE Songs “Angels From the Realms of Glory” ( The SDA Hymnal, no. 119) “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” ( The SDA Hymnal, no. 122) “Joy to the World” ( The SDA Hymnal, no. 125)

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PRAYER AND PRAISE Prayer Time Ask for strength to share your faith wherever you are. Pray over the prayer requests. Thank God for answering the prayers according to His will, for He knows what is best for us.

power text “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests’” (Luke 2:13, 14).

INTRODUCTION TO THE STORY Songs of Praise It was the custom for friends and local musicians to sing when a child was born. The angels participated in this custom when they appeared to the shepherds.

INTRODUCTION TO THE STORY The Story You may listen to a podcast recording of the story: www.juniorpowerpoints.org

POWERPOINT Every day we can praise and worship God as the angels did.

EXPERIENCE THE STORY The Shepherds’ Night Read Luke 2:8-20. Why do you think the shepherds hurried to find Jesus? What was different about the shepherds’ journey back to their sheep?

EXPLORE THE BIBLE Angels Praise God What are some ways that angels praise, worship and show their love for God? • Genesis 19:1 • Genesis 28:12 • Matthew 24:31 • Mark 1:13

power text “Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests’” (Luke 2:13, 14).

APPLY THE LESSON Angels Among Us • Can you share times you believe that your family may have been protected by an angel? • What can you learn from the angels as you think of their desire to constantly worship God?

POWERPOINT Every day we can praise and worship God as the angels did.

SHARE THE LESSON You Are Invited • In what ways can you let those around you share in your worship experience? • Arrange a situation where the students can go caroling and singing Christmas songs.

Coming Up Next Week “Dedicated” • I recognize Jesus • Study your Sabbath School lesson each day • Complete the daily activities • Memorize the Power Text

Closing Prayer Dear Jesus, Please help us to praise and worship You in our daily lives, whether at school, at home, or wherever we might be. Help us to praise You every day. Amen.