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Christmas is more than just a day on the calendar—it’s a celebration of the greatest miracle the world has ever known: Emmanuel, God with us. In Matthew 1:23, the angel declared, “Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” This simple yet profound truth is at the very heart of Christmas: the God of all creation chose to come to us, to live among us, and to save us from our sin.

The miracle of Christmas isn’t just in the manger—it’s in the message. Jesus, the Son of God, left the glory of heaven to walk this earth as one of us. He didn’t come as a king in a palace, but as a baby in a stable, wrapped in humility and love. He came to heal the brokenhearted, set the captive free, and offer hope to all who would believe. John 1:14 tells us, “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.”

This Christmas, as we gather with loved ones, let us remember the extraordinary gift of God’s presence in our lives. The baby in the manger became the Savior on the cross, and His love reaches across time to meet us right where we are. No matter what we face—loneliness, loss, or uncertainty—Christmas reminds us that we are not alone. God is with us, and His presence changes everything.

So, as you celebrate this season, pause to marvel at the miracle of Christmas. Take time to thank God for His unfailing love and reflect on the joy of knowing Emmanuel. Share His hope with those around you through kindness, encouragement, and the message of the gospel. Christmas isn’t just a story from the past—it’s a present reality that transforms our lives.

From our hearts to yours, may this Christmas be filled with the peace, joy, and comfort that comes from knowing Christ. God is with us—and that changes everything. Merry Christmas!