The KJV Standard Lesson Commentary, 2013–2014. Ed.

December 1
Lesson 1

THE ANGEL FORETELLS JESUS’ BIRTH

DEVOTIONAL READING: Psalm 89:1–7BACKGROUND SCRIPTURE: Luke 1:26–45

LUKE 1:26–40

LESSON AIMS

After participating in this lesson, each student will be able to:
1. Retell the story of the angel’s announcement to Mary that she would give birth to the Son of God.
2. Explain the significance of Gabriel’s statements and Mary’s responses in the story’s setting.
3. Write a statement of faith expressing belief in and the significance of the virgin birth.

LESSON OUTLINE

Introduction

      A.      Destination Unknown
      B.      Lesson Background: Foreign Domination
      C.      Lesson Background: Marriage Customs
          I.      Humble Setting (LUKE 1:26–29)
      A.      Unremarkable Town (v. 26)
      B.      Unmarried Virgin (v. 27)
      C.      Unexpected Blessing (vv. 28, 29)
          II.      Surprising Announcement (LUKE 1:30–33)
      A.      Special Favor (v. 30)
      B.      Specific Name (v. 31)
      C.      Superior Kingdom (vv. 32, 33)
      A Humble Beginning
          III.      Unparalleled Explanation (LUKE 1:34–37)
      A.      Mary’s Question (v. 34)
      B.      Angel’s Response (vv. 35–37)
          IV.      Faithful Reaction (LUKE 1:38–40)
      A.      Mary’s Consent (v. 38)
      Making Adjustments
      B.      Mary’s Trip (vv. 39, 40)

Conclusion

      A.      God’s Unique Plan
      B.      Prayer
      C.      Thought to Remember

Weatherly, Jon et al. “The Angel Foretells Jesus’ Birth.” The KJV Standard Lesson Commentary, 2013–2014. Ed. Ronald L. Nickelson & Jonathan Underwood. Vol. 61. Cincinnati, OH: Standard Publishing, 2013. 122. Print.. Ronald L. Nickelson & Jonathan Underwood. Vol. 61. Cincinnati, OH: Standard Publishing, 2013. 122. Print.