The Heart of Sharing Jesus

As Christmas draws near, I invite you to reflect on the beautiful opportunity Christmas provides to share God’s love with others. In the story of the babe of Bethlehem, we see the heart of our faith: God coming to us in humility and love, offering hope, meaning, and purpose to a world in need.

According to McCrindle Research, this year, Christmas traditions will draw people together in many ways…

• 76% of Aussies plan to spend time with family.
• 49% will decorate their homes.
• 40% will bake Christmas treats.
• 39% will visit Christmas light displays.
• 37% will rewatch a classic Christmas movie.

And 1 in 5 Australians (20%) say they’re planning to attend a church service.

This babe bore witness to truth not through power or status, but through love, prayer, service, and suffering. His kingship whispers through the quiet moments of compassion and sacrifice—moments that show us what true hope looks like.

Sharing this good news is not about pressuring others or seeking to dominate the conversation. Mission is about living out the hope we have in Jesus, so that others may see and be drawn to Him. It’s about serving others in kindness, praying for their needs, and even walking alongside them in their struggles.

This Christmas, consider who in your life might need to hear of God’s love in a fresh way. Perhaps it’s a friend, a neighbour, or a colleague. Invite them to join you at a service or a community event, or simply share with them why the birth of Jesus brings hope to your life.

Let’s be ready to share the reason for the hope we have, as Peter encourages us in Scripture—not with coercion, but with gentleness and respect. Together, through love and faithfulness, we can point others to the King who truly gives life.

May God bless you as you reflect on His great love and look for ways to share it this Christmas.