In a world filled with grief, confusion, and brokenness, Christians still carry news worth rejoicing over every single day: Christ has come. Christ has risen. And Christ is coming again.

But what makes this news truly good? Is it enough for people to simply see good works or a perfect church? Scripture tells us no. Salvation does not come through appearances or effort—it comes through knowing and trusting who Jesus truly is and what He has finished.

In today’s message, Pastor Ryan Rice walks us through Luke’s account of the birth announcement of Jesus, revealing the identity of the Child in the manger and why His coming demands a response from every heart.

This week’s message proclaims a life-changing truth:

Jesus is not merely a carpenter from Nazareth—He is the Savior, the Messiah, and the Lord, God in the flesh, sent to rescue sinners and bring everlasting peace.

In He Is Christ the Messiah, we explore four gospel-shaped movements from Luke 2:

1️⃣ A Message to the Outcast (vv. 8–10)

God’s first gospel announcement was not given to kings or priests, but to lowly shepherds—men considered unclean, overlooked, and unworthy. From the very beginning, God shows that His salvation is for the humble and the forgotten.

2️⃣ A Savior Is Born (vv. 11–14)

The angel declares the unmistakable identity of the Child: Savior, Messiah, and Lord. These are titles reserved for God Himself. This baby in the manger is Yahweh in the flesh—eternal, powerful, and mighty to save.

3️⃣ A Sight to See (vv. 15–18)

The gospel announcement demanded action. The shepherds went with haste to see the Messiah and then could not keep the message to themselves. When Christ changes us, we are compelled to share Him.

4️⃣ A Time of Rejoicing (vv. 19–20)

Mary treasured these truths in her heart, while the shepherds returned to their everyday lives transformed. Encountering Jesus sends us back into the world changed—for His glory and our joy.

Through this passage, we are reminded that the gospel still calls for a response today. The same good news that transformed the shepherds continues to transform lives now.

💬 Reflect & Respond:

Has this good news truly transformed your life? Is Jesus your Messiah? And will you go and share this good news with others? Share your reflections below—we would love to pray with you.