2022 TLC&S JR Youth & SR Youth - Friday • First Week of Advent

Matthew 1:1-2, 5-6: The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham. Abraham was the father of Isaac, and Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers,...and Salmon the father of Boaz by Rahab, and Boaz the father of Obed by Ruth, and Obed the father of Jesse, and Jesse the father of David the king. And David was the father of Solomon by the wife of Uriah Daily Video Advent Devotions for Tweens & Teens Devotional: Prophets and Promises by Augsburg Fortress Led by Laura L. Nelson Dir. Children & Youth Ministries Trinity Lutheran Church & School 830 E Plaza Circle Litchfield Park, AZ 85338 www.TrinityLCS.org In ancient times prophets announced God’s promises of a deliverer to the Hebrew people. As you watch the daily video devotions led by Ms. Laura, look for these ancient promises, even in the Gospel of Matthew. Also watch for the different ways in which Joseph, the magi, and King Herod respond to the arrival of Jesus. Marvel at the power of God’s promises, and the mystery of God with us in a newborn child. Prophets and Promises continues the Christian tradition of setting aside time to prepare for the celebration of Jesus’ birth and to anticipate his return. The Advent season of preparation then unfolds in the joy of the twelve days of Christmas and the day of Epiphany. You will find daily devotions here for the first Sunday of Advent (November 27, 2022) through Christmas Day! Each devotion features a scripture reading (many from Matthew), a quote to ponder, a reflection, and a prayer. The video descriptions also offer household blessings and prayers to enrich your preparations and celebrations. May God’s lasting promises give you hope, and the good news of Emmanuel’s birth fill you with wonder and peace! We will be using the devotional Prophets and Promises by Augsburg Fortress