Son of God
Christ the Son
December 11, 2022
Rev. Dr. Gabe Sylvia
Christmas brings Christ to the forefront and forces a decisive response—either repentant submission by faith (born again) and faithful worship, or continued love of darkness strengthened by sinful habits.
Summary
The sermon argues that Christmas interrupts routine life to re-center our attention on the Son of God, who brings a decisive call: embrace him by faith and be born again so you can 'see' God's kingdom, or reject him and remain in darkness. Drawing on John 3 (especially 3:16) and Pauline instruction to put off the deeds of the flesh and put on the Spirit, the message calls believers to revive submissive, bondservant devotion expressed in regular corporate worship and ongoing repentance, because unrepented sin only deepens our love of darkness.
Key Points
- Christmas brings a sweet, unavoidable confrontation that places Christ at the center of our culture and conscience.
- 'Son of God' means God himself sent to us and exalted in glory, presenting a clear decision point for every person.
- John 3 (especially 3:16) teaches that only those born again can see the kingdom of God; believing in Christ is the required response.
- Reviving submission to Christ means reclaiming our identity as bondservants—faithful worship (e.g., attending the Lord's Day) is foundational.
- Sin and evil deeds strengthen our love of darkness and can undermine faith; regular repentance is essential.
- Paul’s call to put off the flesh and put on the Spirit underscores the practical change expected of those who follow Christ.
- Let this Christmas confrontation motivate you to become (or remain) a son or daughter of God in Christ.
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