“O, Holy Night”
As we celebrate the birth of our Savior this week, the song I want to share is “O Holy Night.” This song touches my soul in a deeply personal way. Every Christmas, whenever my mom and I are together, we sing it - in French, of course (Minuit Chretiens). It has become more than a tradition; it’s a sacred moment between us, a reminder of faith passed down, love shared, and hope renewed.
“O Holy Night” always brings me back to the heart of Christmas. It reminds me what an extraordinary gift the birth of Jesus truly was. When I strip away all the hustle and bustle of the season the shopping, the spending, the packed schedules, and even the frustrations that seem to come along with modern-day holidays I’m left with something beautifully simple and profoundly powerful: the story of a Savior born for us.
So often we hear the phrase, “Jesus is the reason for the season.” It’s printed on mugs, signs, and Christmas cards. But it’s meant to be more than a catchy saying. It’s meant to be a truth that settles deep in our hearts. Christmas is not just a celebration it’s a declaration. God stepped into our broken world, wrapped in flesh, full of grace and truth.
The words of this song echo the miracle so perfectly:
“Long lay the world in sin and error pining
’Til He appeared and the soul felt its worth.”
What a line. The soul felt its worth. That is the message of Christmas. Jesus’ birth declared our worth before we ever earned it. Scripture tells us, “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given” (Isaiah 9:6). And in that gift, hope was born.
“A thrill of hope, the weary soul rejoices”.
How many weary souls are there today? Tired from life, burdened by loss, uncertainty, or pain. Yet Christmas reminds us that hope is not a feeling it is a Person. “The people walking in darkness have seen a great light” (Isaiah 9:2). That light still shines.
When the song calls us to “fall on your knees,” it’s more than poetic language. It’s an invitation to surrender, to worship, to remember that we are not alone. The angels proclaimed it that holy night: “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people” (Luke 2:10–11).
This is why Christmas matters. This is why the night was truly divine.
Today, my prayer is that we would pause. That we would quiet the noise, lift our eyes, and let our souls remember their worth. That we would not just celebrate Christmas, but encounter Christ.
A Christmas Prayer
Lord Jesus,
Thank You for coming into our world as a humble child, for stepping into our darkness and bringing Your glorious light. Thank You for reminding us of our worth, not by what we do, but by who You are. As we celebrate Your birth today, help us to see beyond the distractions and focus on the miracle of Emmanuel God with us. Fill weary hearts with hope, anxious minds with peace, and homes with Your love. May our lives reflect the joy of that holy night, not just today, but every day.
We fall on our knees in gratitude and worship.
Amen