1. The sprout
Sketch a sprout as a reminder of King David’s lineage, which now appears weak and forgotten. In Bethlehem, Mary and Joseph—a couple from this ancient bloodline—struggled to find shelter, ending up in a simple stable. Though it all seemed modest and hidden away, the lineage of David remained a vital root ready to sprout new life.
2. The Flower
From the leaf, draw a delicate flower representing the promised heir, born as a tiny baby. Not the child of Joseph, but of God himself. In a stable shared by animals, the child received visits from astonished shepherds who heard angels declaring peace. This single newborn carried God’s covenant forward.
3. The Lion
Draw a lion for the heir to Abraham and David, the promised King to save humanity. This is what the small baby
will grow up to be.
4. Abundant Life
Finally, illustrate life flowing outward, reflecting how this Prince of Peace would bring hope to all. The child’s birth opened a way for humanity to reconnect with God, bridging the distance caused by time and turmoil. Through this humble king, new growth sprang from an old promise, offering renewal to anyone who draws near the light of Bethlehem’s miracle.
