This weekend, Pastor Joaquin continued our Christmas series with a message centered on the life-changing truth that God is with us.
Matthew 1:23
“All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet: ‘Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel’ (which means, God with us).”
The Christmas story isn’t cute—it’s powerful.
The manger in Bethlehem reminds us that God didn’t shy away from the mess of our world. He stepped right into it, showing us that no matter how broken or messy life may feel, He is with us.
God will interrupt your plans.
Just as He interrupted Joseph’s life with the news of Mary’s miraculous pregnancy, God may show up in ways that challenge your comfort or convenience. But His interruptions are never random—they are invitations to trust Him and realign with His purpose.
God is approachable.
In the Old Testament, God’s presence often felt overwhelming. But through Jesus, He shattered the distance. The baby in the manger grew into a man who loved sinners, touched the untouchable, and embraced the broken. The Christmas story proves that God isn’t distant or terrifying—He is approachable, knowable, and deeply desires a relationship with you.
Luke 2:6-7
And 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.
No matter how messy your life feels, God isn’t afraid to step into it. He’s not looking for perfection—He’s waiting for your openness. Will you make space for Him today?
