The Marvel of Christmas

 The Marvel of Christmas

Luke 2:8–20

(Source : பாடல், பயணம், பிறப்பு - Rev. Prabhakar Rajasekar)

Christmas has always been a season of wonder with lights, music, joy, and gifts. But the real marvel of Christmas is not in what man does, but in what God has done. The God message through angels to the shepherds reveals the Marvel of Simplicity, Universality, and Uniqueness in Christ’s birth.

1. The Marvel of Simplicity

Jesus was not born in a palace but in a manger. The shepherds poor, ordinary men — were the first to hear the good news. God chose simplicity to reveal His glory, showing that salvation is not about wealth, status, or luxury. If you want to see royalty today, you need permission, passes, and protocol. But in Bethlehem, the Savior was found wrapped in cloth, lying in a manger which is approachable to all. This Christmas, don’t look for God in extravagance. Look for Him in humility, in simple obedience, and in quiet faith.

2. The Marvel of Universality

Luke 2:10 expresses “I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people.” The message of Christmas is not limited to one nation, race, or class. It is for the shepherd and the scholar, for the poor and the rich, for Jew and Gentile alike. The star guided wise men from the East, while angels guided shepherds nearby. Both near and far were drawn to the Savior. Christmas breaks down barriers. In Christ, there is neither Jew nor Greek, rich nor poor, male nor female. The gospel is for all.

3. The Marvel of Uniqueness

Many children have been born, but none like this Child. He is fully human who is born of Mary, wrapped in cloth. And also He is fully divine which was announced by angels, called the “Savior” and “Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:11). His birth was unique, His life sinless, His death sacrificial, His resurrection victorious. This Christmas, don’t just admire His uniqueness but also embrace Him as your personal Savior and Lord.

The Marvel of Christmas is seen in:

1. Simplicity — God’s glory in humility.

2. Universality — God’s gift for all people.

3. Uniqueness — God’s one and only Son, our Savior.