The Christmas story is often wrapped in sentimentality—soft lights, serene nativity scenes, and cozy traditions. Yet, the reality of the first Christmas is strikingly different. It’s messy, disruptive, and deeply transformative. From Mary’s scandalous “yes” to God, to the chaos of a birth in a stable, the story invites us to step into the unfolding work of redemption.
Mary’s encounter with the angel Gabriel was not a moment of comfort but a call to trust and surrender amidst uncertainty. Her obedience echoes the creation story, where God brought order out of chaos, and reminds us that redemption often unfolds in the messiness of life.
This Christmas, as we reflect on Mary’s faith, may we recognize that God is still working through the chaos of our lives. Like Mary, we’re invited to say “yes” to God’s story—a story that transforms mess into meaning, bringing light and life to a broken world.
