Christmas Eve Reflection: The Wonder Fulfilled
Luke 2:15–20
“The shepherds hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger… glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen.”
Reflection
The shepherds came running — not to a palace, but to a stable. They found the Messiah not in royal robes, but in swaddling cloths. Heaven’s wonder took human form.
Christmas reminds us that the wonder of God is not far away. It is near, humble, and full of grace.
Tonight, pause to reflect on the miracle: The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. The wonder of Christmas isn’t found under a tree—it’s found in a manger.
Christmas reminds us that the wonder of God is not far away. It is near, humble, and full of grace.
Tonight, pause to reflect on the miracle: The Word became flesh and dwelt among us. The wonder of Christmas isn’t found under a tree—it’s found in a manger.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for coming near.
Fill my heart with awe again as I celebrate Your birth.
May Your presence fill my home with peace and joy.
Amen.
Fill my heart with awe again as I celebrate Your birth.
May Your presence fill my home with peace and joy.
Amen.
Questions for Reflection
- What fills you with wonder about Jesus’ coming?
- How can you “glorify and praise God” this Christmas?
- Who might need to hear the good news from you this week?
Encouragement for the Night
The light of the world has come. Let your heart be still and your soul rejoice—Christ is here.
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