We don’t celebrate December 25th as another year in the life of Jesus, but that God stepped down from glory and came to earth, born of a virgin, clothed in human flesh as a baby, to save us, fulfilling prophecy. That is the excellent news of joy to this world, broken and desperately needing saving. Recalling Jesus’ humble yet glorious coming is a joyous time, but we mustn’t forget, Jesus was born to die for our freedom. He didn’t stay a baby in the stable, the Messiah on the cross, or lifeless in the tomb. Jesus grew into a man, living a sinless life, died to pay the penalty for our sins, and raised Himself from the dead as King of kings and Lord of lords to reign forever in His Kingdom without end: “And He shall reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of His kingdom shall be no end” (Luke 1:33). One day soon, Jesus is coming back; if you haven’t received God’s gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ, the gift that cost God His Son’s life, ask Him to forgive you of your sins and invite Him into your life—only then will you rejoice when He returns.
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