Jesus - The Incarnation of God

John 3 divides humanity between those who come to the light in faith and those who love darkness and remain in unbelief. Jesus is the incarnate Savior and perfect sacrifice for all who believe.

Hebrews 10 contrasts repeated Old Testament sacrifices with Christ's once-for-all offering. Jesus provides forgiveness, peace, sanctification, and freedom that the old covenant sacrifices could never supply.

Sanctification

Colossians 1 presents Jesus as the image of the invisible God, creator, sustainer, head of the church, and preeminent one. The Christmas season is meant to center on this supreme Christ, not a sentimental or diminished view of him.

Philippians 2 shows the incarnation and exaltation of Christ as the pattern for humble, self-emptying service in the church. The Son of God became a man, took the form of a servant, and was exalted to the glory of the Father.