- Noel (Natalis) – Birth
- Jesus is God’s gift to us.
Isaiah 9:6 (NKJV), “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And his name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
Jesus is a gift of:
- Love – John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
- Peace – John 14:27, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”
- Joy – Psalm 16:11 (NKJV), In your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
- Salvation – Romans 10:13, . . . Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
Jesus Changes Everything
Luke 2:8-14 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.’ 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests. . .
Luke 2:16-20 16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and 18 all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them . . .
Luke 2:20, The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen. . .