How much time do you have tonight?
All three paths are shown: 15 minutes, then more for 30, then more for 60.
- 15 min
Read the verse
“But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for the LORD seeth not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart.”
— 1 Samuel 16:7 (KJV) - 15 min
Sing
Blessed Among the Waiting — from 31 Days of Christmas Hymns. Play it once, then sing the chorus together.
- 15 min
Pray together
Lord, You looked past David's big brothers and saw the heart of the youngest. Thank You that You see each of us, not just how we look. Make our hearts good soil for Your promise. Amen.
- 15 min
Do one thing
Pray for someone who is travelling.
- 30 min
The story
Jesse Tree evening 13 · Jesse — read 1 Samuel 16 in your Bible. Symbol to hang: a stump with a shoot.
For the children: Samuel anoints David.
- 30 min
Print
Colour square 12 on the printable calendarOrnament 13 · Jesse
- 60 min
Together: Write a card
Write one Scripture card to someone who will be alone this Christmas.
- 60 min
Talk about it
- Why didn't God choose the tallest brother?
- What do you think God sees when He looks at your heart?
- 60 min
Light a candle
Light 2 candles on the Advent wreath. How to keep the wreath.
Then light a candle for someone you carry in your heart on Light a Candle Together.
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