📖 The True Meaning of Christmas — December Bible Study– December 27th: Growing in Wisdom and Grace

📖 The True Meaning of Christmas — December Bible Study– December 27th: Growing in Wisdom and Grace

🕊️ Key Scripture (KJV):“And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.”— Luke 2:52

📚 Devotional Thought:

After the miracle of Christmas, Scripture shifts our attention to something quiet, steady, and deeply meaningful—growth.

Luke tells us that Jesus grew.He grew in wisdom.He grew in stature.He grew in favor with God and with others.

This verse reminds us that spiritual growth is a process, not a moment.

Christmas is the beginning, not the ending.Jesus didn’t remain a baby in a manger—He grew into the Savior, Teacher, and Redeemer of the world. And just as He grew, we are called to grow too.

December 27th invites us to reflect on what God has begun in us during this season. The days after Christmas are perfect for quiet evaluation—looking at our hearts, our habits, and our walk with the Lord.

Growth doesn’t happen overnight.It happens through daily prayer.Through reading God’s Word.Through obedience in small things.Through trusting God even when we don’t understand everything yet.

God is not finished with you.The work He began at Christmas—hope, renewal, peace, faith—He intends to continue developing in your life.

As the year begins to wind down, let this be a reminder:Spiritual growth is one of the greatest gifts we can give God in return.

🎄 Post-Christmas Reflection: Growing Beyond the Season

Early believers understood that Christmas marked the beginning of a journey, not a pause. The days following Christmas were often used for reflection, recommitment, and renewed devotion.

Luke 2:52 reminds us that living for Christ means growing with Him—day by day, step by step.

🙏 Prayer Prompt:

Lord, thank You for continuing Your work in my life.Help me grow in wisdom, faith, and obedience.Guide me as I move forward from Christmas, trusting You to shape me into who You’ve called me to be.

✍️ Reflection Questions:

• In what ways have I grown spiritually during this Christmas season?• Where do I sense God calling me to grow in the coming days?• What daily habits can help me continue growing closer to Christ?