This passage has no manger, no shepherds, no Mary or Joseph, but instead, the Apostle John strips bare the Christmas story to focus solely on Jesus – the ultimate center of Christ-mas. Through the Word – Jesus Christ - who stepped into time and became flesh, God reveals His character, love, and purpose for humanity. As Believers contemplate God’s salvation through Christ, it calls them to worship the newborn King and embrace the opportunity to share the gospel with others who are lost in the “holiday season.” Jesus came to shine in the darkness of a fallen world and rescue men from the consequence of sin - darkness and death.