The Arrival of Hope : Matthew 1 18–25

In this Christmas message, Pastor Josh walks through the overlooked story of Joseph and the quiet space between confusion and obedience. Before the angel appeared, before clarity came, Joseph sat in the gap—wrestling with disappointment, fear, and silence. And it’s there that we discover a powerful truth: God is at work even when He feels absent.

This message explores the meaning of Emmanuel—God with us, reminding us that hope is not an idea or a feeling. Hope has arrived. Jesus came not just for us, but to us—and He remains with us in the waiting, the uncertainty, and the ordinary moments of life.

This message culminates in a clear invitation to salvation for anyone who is tired, searching, or ready to come home.