In a world shaped by shaming, “gotcha” moments, and public failure, Christmas reminds us of a deeper truth: Christ came for sinners, not the perfect. The good news of great joy announced to the shepherds—ordinary, overlooked, and unqualified—was for all people. Jesus brings forgiveness, peace with God, peace with others, and peace in our hearts. When we truly receive this gift, we are released from the pressure of perfection and invited into God’s family as adopted sons and daughters. And just like the shepherds, when we receive this joy, we can’t help but give it away—sharing hope, grace, and joy with a world that desperately needs it.