KIDS STORY: The Birth of Jesus: A Story of Joy and Salvation

Todays story is about:

"The Birth of Jesus: A Story of Joy and Salvation".

Taken from Luke Chapter 2.

Once upon a time, in a small town called Nazareth, there lived a kind young woman named Mary. One day, an angel named Gabriel visited her with an incredible message. "Mary," said Gabriel, "you are going to have a special baby. He will be the Son of God, and you will name him Jesus."

Mary was amazed and full of joy, but also a little scared. How could this be? Gabriel reassured her, "Do not be afraid, Mary. God is with you, and He has chosen you for this wonderful miracle."

At the same time, in a nearby town, an angel appeared to a good man named Joseph in a dream. The angel said, "Joseph, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the baby she carries is from the Holy Spirit. His name will be Jesus, and He will save His people from their sins." Joseph woke up, his heart filled with joy and purpose. He knew he must take care of Mary and the baby.

As the months went by, the Roman Emperor Augustus ordered a census. Everyone had to go to their hometown to be counted. So, Mary and Joseph travelled to Bethlehem, Joseph's ancestral home. It was a long, tiring journey, especially for Mary, who was soon to have her baby.

When they arrived in Bethlehem, the town was crowded with people. Every inn was full. Mary and Joseph knocked on door after door, but there was no room for them. Finally, a kind innkeeper saw Mary's condition and offered them a humble stable. It wasn't much, but it was warm and safe.

That night, under the twinkling stars, Mary gave birth to baby Jesus. She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, a feeding trough for animals, because they had no crib. Despite the humble surroundings, Mary and Joseph were filled with joy. The Savior of the world had been born!

In the nearby fields, shepherds were watching over their flocks. Suddenly, an angel appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them. The shepherds were terrified, but the angel said, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. Today in the town of David, a Savior has been born to you; He is Christ the Lord. You will find a baby wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger."

Then, a multitude of angels appeared, praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men!"

The shepherds hurried to Bethlehem and found Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus, just as the angel had said. They knelt down and worshiped Him, their hearts overflowing with joy. They knew they were witnessing a miracle, the birth of the Savior who would bring salvation to all.

The shepherds returned to their fields, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen. They told everyone they met about the amazing things they had witnessed, spreading the joy of Jesus' birth.

And so, the story of Jesus' birth began to spread throughout the land, bringing hope, joy, and salvation to all who heard it. Mary and Joseph marvelled at all that had happened, treasuring these moments in their hearts.

From that humble stable in Bethlehem, the message of Jesus' birth continues to bring joy and salvation to the world, reminding us that God's love is the greatest gift of all.

Thank you for listening.

May God bless you.

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Dialog by Alan
Voice character by Alan
Graphics by Alan

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