In this Christmas message, Dave explores the profound themes of the advent season, focusing on the powerful connection between God’s love and the joy it produces in our lives. Dave looks at the source of love, the response of joy, and the eternal fruit of a life lived in Christ. As Dave points out, love is the ultimate source of the Christian faith, anchored in John 3:16. God’s love is indiscriminate and sacrificial; He didn’t just provide a philosophy or a set of rules, but sent a person – His son Jesus – to reconcile a broken world. This love is unconditional, based entirely on God’s character rather than our own merit or performance. Dave defines joy as the natural response to the gospel, or good news, of Jesus. The Gospel is more than an announcement of a victory already won by a King – it’s a secure state of being that remains even during trials, much like Jesus, who endured the cross for the joy set before Him. Dave also highlights love and joy as not being abstract concepts but tangible evidence of a life transformed by the Holy Spirit. He concludes with an invitation to move beyond self-improvement and instead embrace the active, transformative love of God. By abiding in Christ, we are empowered to love others – not because they are worthy, but because we ourselves are so deeply loved.The post Dave Frodsham: Christmas is a time of love and joy first appeared on Jubilee Church Wirral.