Summary
Jesus is our Saviour: Dive into our enlightening Christmas Eve message revealing God’s fulfilled promise.
Table of Contents
Introduction
As we gather together on this joyous Christmas Eve, we are reminded of the incredible story of Jesus’s birth and the significance it holds for each and every one of us. I have been reflecting on the passage from Luke 1:26-38, which reveals Jesus as the Anointed One, the Saviour, the Christ, and the embodiment of God’s promise of redemption.
Jesus is Our Saviour
In this passage, we witness the angel Gabriel visiting Mary, a young woman chosen by God to bear his Son. Gabriel proclaims to Mary that she will conceive and give birth to a son, who will be called Jesus. This name holds great meaning, as it signifies that he will save his people from their sins.
Jesus’s role as the Saviour of the world is not a new concept but rather the fulfilment of a longstanding hope that Israel had about the way God would restore the world to its proper intent and place. Throughout the Old Testament, we see glimpses of this promise, from the first mention of a Redeemer in Genesis to the prophecies of Isaiah, Jeremiah, and many others.
God’s Amazing Plan of Redemption
From the moment sin entered the world through Adam and Eve, God had a plan in motion to redeem humanity. Jesus’s birth marks the culmination of this plan, the moment when God’s promise is fully realised. He is the long-awaited Anointed One, the Messiah, who brings salvation and reconciliation to all who believe in him.
Jesus’s status as “the Christ” is essential to our ability to see that God is a promise-keeping God. Through him, we witness the faithfulness of God in fulfilling his greatest promise. Every prophecy, every divine intervention, and every miracle leading up to Jesus’s birth points to the fact that God keeps his word.
The Significance of Christmas
As we celebrate Christmas, let us not lose sight of the profound significance of Jesus’s birth. He is not just a baby in a manger; he is the embodiment of God’s love and grace, the fulfilment of centuries of anticipation and longing. Through his life, death, and resurrection, Jesus offers us redemption and eternal life.
Today, we can experience the hope and joy that comes from knowing Jesus as our Saviour. He offers forgiveness for our sins, healing for our brokenness, and a restored relationship with God. In him, we find true meaning and purpose.
Experience the Transformative Power of God’s Love
So, as we gather together in worship and celebration, let us reflect on the incredible gift of Jesus, the Saviour of the world. Let us remember that his birth is not just a historical event but a personal invitation to experience the transformative power of God’s love in our lives.
May this Christmas be a time of renewed faith, hope, and gratitude for the gift of Jesus. Let us embrace his promise of redemption and share the good news with others, so that they too may come to know him as their Saviour.
Wishing you all a blessed and joyous Christmas!
Battle Drill Daily Devotional Podcast This Week
This week on the Battle Drill Daily Devotional Podcast, as we celebrate Christmas, we focus on Jesus, our Saviour, the One who brings love, peace, and grace to each one of us. Each weekday we share hope and encouragement as we read and study the Bible together.
- Christmas Day – Monday 25 December – The Best Christmas Present Ever
- Boxing Day – Tuesday 26 December – Behold Jesus: The Best News Ever Announced
- Wednesday 27 December – What is the Best Gift You Can Give to Jesus?
- Thursday 28 December – Finding Christmas Peace in the Good News of Jesus
- Friday 29 December – Finding Peace at Christmas: Embracing Humility
There’s a new episode of Battle Drill Devotional every Monday through Friday.
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