Memory Verse
"When the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship." Galatians 4:4-5

Lesson
Hundreds of messages came through the prophets concerning a coming Messiah - One who would rescue people from their sins.  But when would this Promised One come?  How would He come? Would the people recognize Him?

The prophets Isaiah and Micah—who both lived hundreds of years before
Jesus was born—spoke specifically of the Messiah’s birth. Isaiah told King
Ahaz what the Lord would do. “The virgin will conceive, have a son, and
name him Immanuel” (Isa. 7:14). He described the birth of a Prince of
Peace—a Son of David who will reign forever. (Isa. 9:6-7) Isaiah said that
He would be a King! (Isa. 11:1-5) The prophet Micah named the specific
town—Bethlehem—in which Jesus would be born. (Mic. 5:2)

Apply the Lesson
Why do you think God used the prophets to tell people about the future Messiah?
What kind of leader is Jesus?  How is that different from worldly leaders?
Do you believe Jesus will keep His promise to come again?