Pastor: Good morning boys and girls! Let’s say good morning to our friend Sammy and see if she is there. Ready? One, two, three…Good morning, Sammy!
Sammy: Good morning everyone!
Pastor: Happy Epiphany, Sammy!
Sammy: Epiphany? What’s that, Pastor?
Pastor: That’s the time in the church year when we celebrate the Wise Men going to see Jesus. They recognized that Jesus is God.
Sammy: What was so wise about these men?
Pastor: Well, they were astronomers, which means that they studied the stars. The wise men understood that even though they were wealthy, smart men, there was one who was greater than them–that’s Jesus. They also knew not to return to King Herod to tell him about Jesus.
Sammy: I heard that the Wise Men also brought gifts to Jesus.
Pastor: Boys and girls, what gifts do you think the Wise Men brought to baby Jesus?
Sammy: I know! A wool blanket!
Pastor: That’s a great gift from a sheep to baby Jesus, but that’s not the right answer. What did the Wise Men bring to Jesus?
[Allow time for responses]
Pastor: The Wise Men brought gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
Sammy: Those are expensive gifts, and strange gifts for a baby. What were they thinking? Are you sure they really were Wise Men?
Pastor: I’m sure of it, Sammy. These gifts show everyone that Jesus is a prophet, priest, king, and God.
Sammy: I still think a wool blanket is a good idea, Pastor.
Pastor: You know what’s neat, Sammy? Jesus was wrapped in a blanket made for lambs that were supposed to be for sacrifice. Jesus died on the cross, and he is the Lamb of God sacrificed for us all.
Sammy: That’s the best gift ever!
Pastor: Yes it is. Boys and girls, would you please pray with me? Let’s fold our hands and bow our heads. Dear Jesus, thank you for special gifts. We thank you for being the best gift. Help us to love you more and more each day. Amen.
Sammy: Bye, everyone!
Pastor: Bye, Sammy!
