THE GIFT THAT SAVES THE WORLD

On this sacred Christmas Day, the nations pause, creation stands still, and the Church lifts her voice in awe of the greatest miracle ever revealed to humanity - the coming of Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God. Christmas is not merely a holiday; it is the divine announcement that God has stepped into human history with salvation, mercy, and everlasting love. It is the day heaven touched earth, and eternity entered time.

From the foundations of the world, God had already prepared the greatest gift humanity would ever receive. John 3:16–17 declares this eternal truth with unmatched clarity: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son…” Christmas is the celebration of that giving, God offering His Son not to condemn us, but to save us, restore us, and reconcile us back to Himself. The manger in Bethlehem is the cradle of our redemption, the birthplace of hope, and the dawn of everlasting life.

THE MIRACLE OF THE VIRGIN BIRTH - GOD WITH US

Matthew 1:18–25 unveils the holy mystery of Christ’s birth. Mary, a virgin, overshadowed by the Holy Spirit, carries within her womb the Savior of the world. Joseph, a righteous man, receives divine assurance through a dream - “Do not be afraid… for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit.” This is not the story of human effort; it is the manifestation of divine intervention. The prophecy of Isaiah is fulfilled: “They shall call His name Immanuel,” meaning “God with us.”

Christmas proclaims that God is not distant. He is not silent. He is not hidden. He is with us - walking among us, saving us, healing us, and restoring us. In Jesus Christ, God wrapped Himself in flesh so that humanity could behold His glory, touch His grace, and receive His salvation.

THE PROPHECY FULFILLED - THE KING BORN IN BETHLEHEM

Centuries before Christ’s birth, the prophet Micah declared with precision: “But you, Bethlehem… out of you shall come forth to Me the One to be Ruler in Israel.” Bethlehem, a small and seemingly insignificant town, becomes the stage for the greatest event in human history. God delights in using what the world calls small to reveal what heaven calls great.

In that humble town, the eternal King - whose “goings forth are from everlasting” - entered the world. He did not come as a warrior with earthly weapons, but as a Child whose government would rest upon His shoulders. Isaiah 9:6 announces His divine titles: Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Christmas is the coronation of the true King, the unveiling of the One who rules with righteousness and reigns with peace.

THE STAR, THE WISE MEN, AND THE WORSHIP OF KING

Matthew 2:1–12 reveals another dimension of the Christmas miracle. A star appears in the East, guiding wise men across nations and deserts to the feet of the newborn King. They did not come to observe, they came to worship. They brought treasures: gold for His kingship, frankincense for His divinity, and myrrh for His sacrificial mission.

Their journey teaches the world that Christ is not only the Savior of Israel, He is the Savior of the nations. Christmas is global. Christmas is prophetic. Christmas is the gathering of the world to the feet of Jesus. Even today, wise men still seek Him, and true worshipers still bow before Him.

THE PURPOSE OF CHRISTMAS - SALVATION FOR ALL

Christmas is God’s declaration that salvation has come. Jesus was born to save His people from their sins. He came to break the chains of darkness, to heal the brokenhearted, to restore the lost, and to bring everlasting life to all who believe. The cradle points to the cross, and the cross points to the empty tomb. Christmas is the beginning of the greatest rescue mission ever undertaken.

A GLOBAL CALL FROM WORD POWER MINISTRIES

Today, as Word Power Ministries proclaims this message across the nations, we declare with boldness:

• Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of God.  

• He is the fulfillment of prophecy.  

• He is the Savior of the world.  

• He is God with us.  

• He is the Light that darkness cannot overcome.  

• He is the King whose kingdom shall never end.

  
  

On this Christmas Day, let every home, every heart, every nation, and every believer lift up the name of Jesus. Let the world know that the Savior has come, and His love is available to all who believe.

A CHRISTMAS PRAYER FOR THE NATIONS

May the peace of Christ fill the earth.  

May the light of Christ shine in every dark place.  

May the love of Christ heal every wounded heart.  

May the salvation of Christ reach every soul.  

May the presence of Christ dwell richly in every believer.  

For unto us a Child is born.  

Unto us a Son is given.  

And His name is Jesus - our Savior, our Redeemer, our King.