Exegetical Aim: Teach the Children how to get ready for Christmas: To "produce fruit in keeping with repentance."

Props: Either one very nice child's gift wrapped in a box (e.g. a Teddy Bear), or enough small gifts (toys or candy) to give to each child. Also wrap these in a box.

Lesson: I have a question for you this morning: Does anyone know who John the Baptist is? (response) That's right. He was that really strange guy in the Bible who ate locust and wild honey. He knew that Jesus was coming and he wanted everyone to get ready: Does anyone remember what he said? (response) He was saying, "prepare the way for the Lord" and "Repent, the kingdom of heaven is coming. Get Ready! Get Ready!" He was really excited and he wanted everyone to prepare their hearts and do good things for others.…