Merry Christmas! 

We created this as a devotional guide for reflection and prayer as you celebrate the coming of the Lord Jesus. We pray these 10 biblical truths will encourage your heart and give you peace as you worship the Savior this Christmas season. And feel free to share it with others!

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6)

1. God is with us. 

This is the first and greatest truth of Christmas. The Bible says, “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us” (John 1:14). God came to us. He didn’t remain distant — He came near. Immanuel means “God with us,” and that’s exactly who Jesus is. 

“Look! The virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel, which means ‘God is with us.’” (Matthew 1:23 NLT)

Prayer: Lord, thank you for always being with me. When I am tempted to doubt your presence, remind me that in Christ, you came to dwell with me. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

2. God has not forgotten us. 

Centuries passed between the Old and New Testaments. Silence from God. But Christmas proves God never forgets His promises or His people. 

“He has helped His servant Israel, in remembrance of His mercy.” (Luke 1:54 NKJV) 

“He has been merciful to our ancestors by remembering his sacred covenant — the covenant he swore with an oath to our ancestor Abraham.” (Luke 1:72–73 NLT)

“Can a mother forget her nursing child? … But even if that were possible, I would not forget you! See, I have written your name on the palms of my hands.” (Isaiah 49:15–16 NLT)

Prayer: Lord, thank you that you are always mindful of me. Help me to see your loving hand each day. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

3. God understands. 

Jesus didn’t come to observe humanity — He entered into it. He gets it. He knows your weakness, pain, and temptation. 

“This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God …” (Hebrews 4:15–16 NLT)

Prayer: Lord, thank you for understanding my struggles and offering grace in my weakness. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

4. God is immeasurably great and unexpectedly humble. 

The Creator entered creation. The King came as a baby. The glory of heaven wrapped in swaddling cloths. 

“She gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:7 ESV)

Prayer: Lord, what amazing love — that you would humble yourself to save me. Thank you for your grace and mercy. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

5. God is at work in the darkness. 

Jesus came to destroy the devil’s work. From the beginning, God had a plan to defeat darkness with light. 

“The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work.” (1 John 3:8) 

“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light …” (Isaiah 9:2)

Prayer: Lord, thank you that your light shines even in my darkest days. Help me to follow your light and be a light to others. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

6. God has good news of great joy for all people. 

The angel’s message to the shepherds was clear — joy is for everyone. 

“Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born … a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” (Luke 2:10–11 ESV)

Prayer: Father, thank you for the good news of salvation. Help me share this joy with others. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

7. God graciously gives and graciously saves. 

God is the ultimate gift-giver — and His greatest gift is Jesus. 

“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.” (John 3:16) 

“She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” (Matthew 1:21)

Prayer: Father, thank you for the gift of Jesus. Help me receive your grace with joy this Christmas. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

8. God always keeps His promises. 

Christmas is the fulfillment of centuries-old promises. God is faithful — always. 

“All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet.” (Matthew 1:22) 

“He has sent us a mighty Savior … just as he promised through his holy prophets long ago.” (Luke 1:69–70 NLT)

Prayer: Lord, you always keep your Word. Help me trust your timing and rest in your promises. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

9. God is worthy of all praise. 

From Mary and Zechariah to shepherds and angels — everyone in the Christmas story worshipped Jesus. So should we. 

“They bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts …” (Matthew 2:11)

Prayer: Lord, I worship you this Christmas. You alone are worthy of all my praise. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

10. Jesus is coming back to renew all things! 

Advent is about more than looking back — it’s about looking ahead. Christ will come again in glory. 

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain.” (Revelation 21:4 NLT) 

“He will come again … to bring salvation to all who are eagerly waiting for him.” (Hebrews 9:28 NLT)

Prayer: Lord, thank you for the hope of your return. Help me live with eternity in view. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

Celebrate with Us 

We hope these 10 truths bring joy and peace to your heart this Christmas. Share this devotional with friends, and explore more biblical hope at hopefortheheart.org. 

“Joy to the world, the Lord is come!”