12/24/25 Christmas Eve Service: Jesus Is the King of Hope

Christmas is a season of joy—but for many, it’s also a season marked by grief, pain, and unanswered questions. In this Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, we conclude The King’s Arrival series with a powerful message titled “Jesus Is the King of Hope.” Through worship, Scripture, and teaching from Matthew 2:13–23, we are reminded that when Jesus entered the world, hope entered with Him. This message speaks directly to real life and real pain, showing how Jesus brings: Hope in the face of sin Hope in the face of grief Hope in the face of shame You’ll experience: Scripture readings focused on biblical hope Meaningful Christmas worship A heartfelt candlelight moment A clear invitation to trust Christ Encouragement for those carrying heavy burdens this season Whether you’re celebrating with joy, walking through loss, or feeling distant from God, this service points us to the truth that because Jesus lives, we can face tomorrow. If this message encouraged you, consider sharing it with someone who needs hope this Christmas and subscribe for more biblical teaching and worship. 🎄 Jesus is the King of Hope—yesterday, today, and forever. 0:00 – Opening Prayer & Candlelight Introduction Preparing hearts for Christmas Eve worship and the candlelight service. 2:54 – Worship: “Christ Is Born” Congregational worship celebrating the birth of Jesus. 6:16 – Welcome & Advent Reflection Acknowledging pain, loss, and hope during the Christmas season. 7:14 – Scripture Readings on Hope Biblical encouragement from Psalms and Romans; Jesus as the King of Hope. 8:57 – Worship: “Hope of the Gospel” A musical response focusing on joy, light, and redemption. 12:33 – Scripture Reading: Matthew 2:13–23 The flight to Egypt, Herod’s violence, and fulfillment of prophecy. 14:36 – Worship: “Because He Lives” A powerful reminder that hope exists because Jesus lives. 19:41 – Prayer for Hope & Healing Inviting God to move in hearts before the message. 20:51 – Sermon Introduction: Pain and Christmas Why Christmas can be joyful and painful—and why hope still matters. 24:31 – Sermon Theme: Jesus Is the King of Hope Final message in The King’s Arrival series. 25:18 – Point 1: Hope in the Face of Sin Jesus’ mission to rescue us from sin and its consequences. 31:11 – Point 2: Hope in the Face of Grief Herod’s cruelty, biblical lament, and God’s promise to wipe away every tear. 37:22 – Point 3: Hope in the Face of Shame Jesus of Nazareth, rejection, and freedom from shame through Christ. 45:15 – Invitation to Respond to Jesus A call to repentance, faith, and receiving grace. 48:09 – Candlelight Instructions Preparing the room for the closing candlelight moment. 49:56 – Candlelight Worship: “Silent Night” A beautiful candlelit conclusion celebrating Christ’s birth. 52:55 – Closing Exhortation & Blessing Encouragement to walk in joy, hope, and Christ’s peace. 56:02 – Final Prayer & Dismissal A Christmas blessing and sending the church out in hope. Welcome to Lighthouse Bible Church! We're a community focused church in the heart of New Baltimore, MI. Please join us as we celebrate the Living God who makes all things new! https://www.LighthouseBibleNB.com/ Ways to Get Involved: What is AWANA? https://www.awana.org/about Campus Life Groups - there's probably one meeting in your school! Youth For Christ, Eastern Michigan https://www.yfcem.org/groups Compassion Pregnancy - we partner with this group to support women of all ages in need https://compassionpregnancy.org/ MCREST provides meals, lodging, life-skills training, and emergency shelter 365 days each year to individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Macomb County. https://www.mcrest.org/ Operation Christmas Child https://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-...