he Why of Christmas

Speaker: Dr. Carroll Marr Series: Christmas Sermon Title: The Why of Christmas Scripture: Matthew 5:20 1.To Show Us What God Is Like 2.To Show Us What We Are Like 3.To Fulfill God's Plan 4.To Save Us From Our Sin We often focus on the what and the how of the holiday season—the decorations, the gifts, and the traditions—but we rarely stop to contemplate the why. Why did God choose to enter human history as a baby in a manger? In this Christmas message, Dr. Carroll Marr moves away from the traditional nativity scene to an unexpected verse in the Sermon on the Mount: Matthew 5:20. Jesus makes a startling claim that unless our righteousness surpasses that of the most religious people of His day, we cannot enter the kingdom of heaven. This revelation points us directly to the true purpose of the Incarnation. In this episode, Dr. Marr breaks down the four-fold "Why" of Christmas: To Show Us What God Is Like: Looking at Jesus to see the love, holiness, and compassion of the Father. To Show Us What We Are Like: Using the perfect light of Christ to understand our own need for a Savior. To Fulfill God’s Plan: Understanding that Jesus is the exclusive "Way, Truth, and Life" planned from the beginning. To Save Us From Our Sin: Exploring the name Yeshua (Jesus) and His mission to do for us what we could never do for ourselves. Whether you are seeking peace this season or looking to deepen your understanding of the Gospel, this sermon offers a clear and compelling look at the original gift of Christmas. Scripture Reference: Matthew 5:20; John 1:1-14; Matthew 1:18-25 About Southcliff Church: Southcliff is a vibrant church community located in Fort Worth, Texas, led by Senior Pastor Dr. Carroll Marr. We are a people growing together in the love of Christ.