📖 The True Meaning of Christmas — December Bible Study December 25th:

The Greatest Gift Has Come

🕊️ Key Scripture (KJV):“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”— John 3:16

(While our daily journey walked through Luke, Christmas Day draws the message together with the heart of the Gospel.)

📚 Devotional Thought:

Today is Christmas Day—the day we celebrate the greatest gift ever given.

Not wrapped in paper.Not placed beneath a tree.But laid gently in a manger…Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Throughout this December journey, we have walked from promise to fulfillment, from expectation to hope, from the cradle to the cross, and finally to resurrection. Today, we pause to celebrate what it all means:

God came near.

Christmas is the answer to every longing heart.It is love made visible.Grace made personal.Hope made alive.

Jesus came to:• seek and save the lost• heal the brokenhearted• forgive the sinner• restore the weary• bring light into darkness• offer eternal life

Christmas is not just the story of His birth—it is the declaration of God’s love for humanity.

The shepherds came in wonder.The angels rejoiced in praise.Mary treasured these things in her heart.

And today, we are invited to do the same.

As gifts are opened and families gather, let us remember that the greatest celebration is not what we receive—but Who we receive.

Jesus is the gift that keeps giving:salvation, peace, forgiveness, joy, hope, and eternal life.

This is the true meaning of Christmas.

🎄 Christmas Day Reflection: Receiving the Gift

A gift must be received to be enjoyed. Christmas reminds us that salvation is a gift freely given—but it must be personally accepted.

Today, whether your Christmas is joyful or quiet, full or simple, may your heart receive Christ anew—with gratitude, worship, and love.

🙏 Prayer Prompt:

Lord Jesus, thank You for coming to earth for me.Thank You for Your love, Your sacrifice, and Your salvation.On this Christmas Day, I receive You with a grateful heart.May my life reflect the gift You gave so freely.

✍️ Reflection Questions:

• What does Jesus mean to me today, personally?• How has this December journey deepened my understanding of Christmas?• How can I carry the true meaning of Christmas into the year ahead?

✨ Closing Blessing

May your heart be filled with peace.May your home be filled with love.May your life be filled with Christ—today and always.

Merry Christmas. 🎄💜