In this opening week of The Message of Christmas, Jared Patrick helps us rediscover the wonder of a story that’s become familiar. Luke roots the birth of Jesus in real history—real people, real places, real days—reminding us that Christmas isn’t a myth or a feeling, but a true event where God Himself stepped into human brokenness.

As we watch the gospel break through to unexpected people like the shepherds, we’re challenged to make room for Christ in the crowded places of our own lives… and to carry His good news to those who feel unseen. Because we could never get to God—so God came to us.