Rome claimed a savior, a son of god, and a gospel — but first Christmas revealed the real one.

The world didn’t need another religion — it needed a true King.

I. ROME’S GOSPEL VS. GOD’S GOSPEL

Julius Caesar died, a comet appeared, and Rome said: “He has become a god.”

Augustus—his adopted son—took the title:

Divi Filius (Son of God)

Savior

Bringer of Peace

Lord of the World

Luke 2:1-2 

II. THE “BUT GOD” MOMENT

Galatians 4:4-5

Rome flexed. God humbled Himself.

III. THE ANGELS DECLARE WAR — WITH WORDS

Luke 2:10–11

“I bring you good news… a Savior… who is Christ the Lord.”

Luke is saying, “Caesar, you don’t own these titles anymore.”

IV. REDEFINING POWER, PEACE, AND PEOPLES

Rome: Peace through domination, Unity through fear, Salvation for citizens only

Jesus: Peace through reconciliation, Unity through the Spirit, Salvation for all people

Luke 2:13-14

V. CHRISTMAS DEMANDS A DECISION

You must decide what you will do with Jesus Christ.

Christmas is not cute—it is confrontational.

You don’t get to ignore Jesus.

You either crown Him—or reject Him.

Rome rejected Him.

History crowned Him.

What are you doing with Jesus?

VI. GOD IS STILL STEPPING IN

Ephesians 2:4–5

Christmas is God interrupting your false saviors.

Christmas is God offering you true peace.