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In John chapter 12, we see the dramatic shift from rejoicing to rejection as the crowds welcome Jesus into Jerusalem with palm branches and cries of “Hosanna,” only to later turn away in disbelief when He reveals that His mission is not one of political liberation, but sacrificial salvation. The people’s expectations of a conquering king collided with the reality of a humble Messiah who came to be lifted up on the cross, defeating sin and Satan through His death and resurrection. We are reminded that we do not get to define the Messiah—Jesus defines Himself—and through His sacrifice, He offers eternal life to all who believe.

In Luke 2:8–16 we see the humility of Christ, who entered the world not in power or splendor but as a baby in a manger, announced first to lowly shepherds rather than rulers or kings. The angel’s message of “good news of great joy” revealed that the Savior had come for all people, and the heavenly host confirmed His glory with praise. Christ, who humbled Himself at birth, later humbled Himself to the point of death on a cross to rescue us from sin. The Christmas story reveals God’s astonishing love through the humility of Christ, calling us to respond with faith, gratitude, and lives marked by forgiveness and grace.

In 2 Kings 5:1-19, Naaman, commander of the Syrian army, travels into enemy territory to be healed of leprosy. Naaman nearly didn’t experience healing when he stormed away in proud anger when the prophet Elisha told him to wash himself in the dirty Jordan river seven times. But the path for salvation always requires humility. God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble. Have you experienced God’s saving work in your life through humble repentance and faith? When Naaman discovers he has been completely healed, he is stunned and realizes the God of Israel is the one true God. He alone is to be feared, obeyed, and worshipped. Do you know this? Does your life show that?