As the year 2024 draws to a close, we find ourselves surrounded by both celebration and uncertainty. The Christmas season reminds us of the birth of Jesus Christ, the Light of the World, who stepped into the darkness to bring hope, salvation, and truth. In a world that feels increasingly divided and chaotic, the message of Christmas is more relevant than ever. “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” (John 1:5).
Christmas is more than just a holiday—it’s a declaration of God’s plan to redeem His people. The birth of Jesus wasn’t just a historical event; it was a turning point in human history. As we look to the New Year, we are reminded that the same Savior who brought light into a dark world 2,000 years ago continues to shine His light into our lives and our nation. Even in the face of political strife and cultural unrest, His light is unshaken, and His truth is eternal.
The election of 2024 has left many of us feeling uncertain about the direction of our country, but let me remind you that our hope is not in earthly leaders or political parties. While I firmly believe that God has used men like Donald Trump to defend biblical values and protect religious freedom, we must ultimately look to Christ as our King. The Light of the World shines brighter than any earthly leader ever could, and His Kingdom will never fade.
As we prepare to enter 2025, let’s take a moment to reflect on what it means to be bearers of that light. Jesus called us to be “the light of the world” (Matthew 5:14), a city on a hill that cannot be hidden. This means living boldly for our faith, standing for truth even when it’s unpopular, and sharing the hope of Christ with a world that desperately needs it. This Christmas season, let’s recommit to shining His light in our homes, our communities, and our nation.
The challenges of the past year have been great, but so is the hope we have in Christ. As we celebrate His birth and look forward to a New Year, let us remember the words of Isaiah: “The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned” (Isaiah 9:2). That light is Jesus, and it is our calling to carry it forward into 2025 and beyond.