Christmas Messages

Luke 1:26-38 presents the humanity of Christ as the Word made flesh and the saving one. The sermon connects the virgin birth to the grace upon grace given by God in sending His Son.

Humanity of ChristVirgin BirthIncarnationGrace Upon Grace

John 1 presents Christ as the eternal Word who was with God, was God, created all things, and became flesh. The incarnation calls for more than correct doctrine; it calls believers to behold His glory and receive His grace and truth.

Eternal WordDeity of ChristIncarnationGrace and Truth

Luke 1 presents Mary as a simple servant who submits to God's Word with purity, faith, and obedience. Her response to Gabriel shows a life surrendered to the Lord's ownership, role, and will despite costly circumstances.

Mary's SubmissionServanthoodAnnunciation

Matthew 1 and Philippians 2 present Immanuel as the eternal Son who humbled himself, took true humanity, and was exalted by the Father. Believers are called to share Christ's humble submission to the Father, to one another, and to the work

Christ's HumilityKenosisSubmission in the Church

Matthew's genealogy displays God's grace through Abraham, David, outcast women, and the humble family into which Christ was born. The line of Jesus magnifies God's faithfulness to save sinners and keep His promises.

Genealogy of GraceDavidic PromiseOutcast WomenChrist's Lineage