Jesus is the reason for the season

It's that time of year again! At the time I'm writing this, Christmas is just two days away. Everywhere you look, you see, lights, decorated trees, decorated houses, and so much more!

But what does all this truly mean?

Well, let me explain.

The prophet Isaiah foretold the first advent of Christ with these words:

"For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace" (Isaiah 9:6).

Think about that for a moment.

Over 700 years before Jesus was born, Isaiah prophesied about Him. A Child would be born, but not just any Child—this Child would be the Prince of Peace, the mighty God Himself!

Now, of course, I’m not saying that Jesus was born on December 25th. No one knows the exact month or day He was born.

But here’s what we do know:

Jesus was born!

And He wasn’t born in a palace or a castle, but in a manger.

Our Savior, the One who created the entire universe, who is the King of kings and Lord of lords, was born on a bed of hay where cattle eat from.

Let that sink in.

Jesus came into this world not as a powerful king or warrior but as an innocent, precious Baby.

A Baby who would grow to bring hope, healing, and salvation to a broken world.

But why?

Why would the King of the universe choose to come into this world in such humble circumstances?

Well, because "God is love" (1 John 4:8).

God's love isn't about displays of power or grandeur.

Jesus left His glorious and perfect throne in heaven to enter our sinful, broken world. He didn't come to impress us; He came to be with us.

The fact that Jesus was born in a manger shows us that His kingdom of love is for everyone—not just the rich, the powerful, or the famous, but for the broken, the hurting, and the rejected.

Jesus meets us right where we are.

Look at what Matthew wrote:

“Behold, the virgin shall be with child, and bear a Son, and they shall call His name Immanuel,” which is translated, “God with us” (Matthew 1:23).

And that, my friends, is what Christmas is all about.

At the heart of Christmas is this incredible truth: God with us.

It’s about a God who isn’t distant but a Savior who longs to be near His people. A Savior who came to meet us where we are, understands our struggles, shares in our pain, and loves us more deeply than we can imagine.

As we celebrate this Christmas, let’s also take time to reflect on the joy of knowing that Jesus is truly the reason for the season.

Merry Christmas!