God brings joy in unexpected places and ordinary moments.Read: Luke 1:39–56; Luke 2:8–14Reflect:Joy often arrives where we least expect it—in humble places and simple moments. Advent teaches us to look closely and behold the joy that comes when God meets us right where we are. His joy is steady, abundant, and stronger than our circumstances.Pray:Lord, help me recognize the joy You are planting in my life. Let Your presence fill me with gratitude, wonder, and praise.Young Kids (Ages 3–7)What makes you feel happy? Do you think God can bring joy in little moments like that?Mary and the shepherds felt joy because God was with them. What’s one small thing this week that made you smile?Older Kids (Ages 8–12)Why do you think God chose simple people—like Mary and shepherds—to receive such big joy?Can you think of a time when something ordinary turned into something joyful? How might God have been part of that?Teens (Ages 13–18)God brought joy to people in unexpected places. Where in your life do you least expect joy right now?How can you look for joy not based on circumstances, but on God’s presence this Advent season?AdultsWhere might God be planting quiet or unexpected joy in your life right now?What ordinary moment this week revealed God’s presence to you?