Join Pastor Chris DeArman from CityRise Church as he explores the profound meaning behind Jesus's humble arrival, challenging the idea that God keeps His distance. This sermon focuses on the core Big Idea of Christmas: God does not do long distance relationships.

👑 Key Takeaways from the Sermon The Big Idea: God doesn't do long distance relationships; He draws near to us by sending His son to step into our world and stories.

The Humble King: Jesus, the promised King , laid aside the rights, status, and visible display of divine glory ("Mild He lays His glory by") to fully enter the human experience. He knows what it's like to be tired, hungry, and face temptation.

Three Contrasts of Humility: The sermon highlights three contrasts from Luke Chapter 2 to illustrate Jesus's humble coming:

Caesar's Charge vs. Jesus's Cry: Caesar's charge was for taxation and self-exaltation , while Jesus's coming was for salvation. When Caesar spoke, the world moved, but God was working behind the scenes to fulfill the prophecy that the Savior would be born in Bethlehem.

The Palace vs. The Manger: The palace symbolizes separation from people, while the manger symbolizes welcome for all people and Jesus stepping into our mess. The King through whom all things were created had no room in His own creation.

Rome vs. Heaven: Rome acted in power, but God acts in purpose. While Caesar thought he was in control, God was directing history to fulfill the prophecy from Micah 5:2-5 that the ruler would come from Bethlehem.

Final Message: God is in perfect control of everything. He came as a humble King to serve, meet needs, die, beat death, and bring us new, everlasting life.

Sermon Series: The King Has Come Scripture: Luke 2:1-7 Preacher: Chris DeArman Church: CityRise Church