Emmanuel - God With Us

GracePoint Church - Messages

In this Christmas Eve message, Pastor Chris Meads explores the profound meaning of Jesus as Emmanuel - "God with us." Through the lens of both the disciples' encounter with Jesus on stormy waters and Joseph's experience in the nativity story, Pastor Meads reveals how God's presence transforms from terror to comfort through the gift of Christ. Drawing from prophecies spanning centuries and personal illustrations that resonate with modern listeners, he unfolds why Christmas represents God's solution to humanity's deepest problem: our separation from Him. This timely message reminds us that the baby in the manger means God has drawn near not in judgment, but in salvation. Whether you're wrestling with faith or seeking deeper understanding of the Christmas story, this sermon offers fresh insight into why Jesus's birth changes everything.