The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. These words from the Gospel of John contain the heart of Christmas—the astounding truth that God came to dwell with us, not as some remote deity, but as a child wrapped in human vulnerability and love.
This miracle, the incarnation of Christ, is the fulfillment of God’s promise to bring light into our world. It is a promise of presence and relationship, reminding us that God’s love is not abstract or far away but real, tangible, and here with us. In Jesus, God’s love walks beside us, rejoices with us, and even bears our burdens.
As you celebrate Christmas, remember to take a moment to reflect on how God is coming into your life today. As you are filled with laughter from loved ones, quiet times in prayer, or acts of kindness by strangers, His presence draws near.
May this be a week when we, too, are astonished and marvel at the birth of Christ. May the joy of the season spill over into the everyday, as we remember God’s love is made real in every act of compassion and every word of kindness.
Here is a Christmas blessing for you and your family:
A Christmas Blessing
May Christ’s light in your home and heart brighten up this Christmas.
May the joy of the angels fill your spirit, and the wonder of the shepherds guide your steps.
May the hope of the manger bring you peace.
And may the love of God enfold you, now and always. Amen.
This Christmas, let us rejoice in the Word made flesh, the love that came to dwell among us, and the promise that God’s presence is with us today and always. Merry Christmas!