At this time of year, we often find ourselves busy—shopping for gifts, rushing through crowded malls, and hearing songs like “Here Comes Santa Claus” playing in the background. In the midst of the noise and activity, it is fair to wonder: at Christmas, where is Christ? Sometimes He can be pushed to the edges, even during the season that bears His name. Scripture reminds us of the central message of Christmas: “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” (Luke 2:11)

Christmas calls us back to the moment when God entered history in humility. The birth of Jesus was not a sentimental event meant only to create warm feelings. It was the decisive beginning of God’s rescue mission. The child laid in a manger was born with a clear purpose: to save His people from their sins.

As followers of Christ, the message we carry today is the same message first announced to shepherds in the fields—good news of great joy for all people. God has not changed His plan; in fact, He has called us to be part of His plan.

As we celebrate Christmas, we are reminded that our work flows directly from that holy night. The world is still in darkness, yet the Light has already come. Our task is not to create a new message, but to faithfully proclaim the One whose mission began at the very first Christmas.

We continue the mission for which Christ was born—“Go, tell it on the mountain, that Jesus Christ is born.”