As the new year approaches, this sermon explores the deeper meaning of Christmas through the opening chapter of the Gospel of John. While Matthew and Luke focus on the birth of Jesus, John presents a broader, theological perspective—revealing Christ as the eternal Word who existed before creation, participated in creation, and entered the world to bring light and life to humanity.
Mike Fendley explains how Christmas was never disconnected from the cross. From the very beginning, God’s plan of redemption was unfolding through Jesus Christ. The sermon examines key themes such as light versus darkness, the doctrine of the Trinity, and what it truly means to believe in the name of Jesus—not as an intellectual exercise, but as a complete surrender of one’s life to His lordship.
In a world marked by uncertainty and brokenness, this message points believers to lasting hope that does not depend on circumstances. Through Christ’s incarnation, death, and resurrection, we are offered forgiveness, new birth, and the promise of eternal life. This sermon encourages listeners to enter the new year grounded in grace, truth, and confidence in Christ alone.