Overcome Fear and Find Hope This Christmas
December 23, 2025
This Christmas season, many of us are carrying more than gifts and traditions. We’re carrying fear, weariness, uncertainty, and unanswered questions. We sing the familiar words, “the hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight,” but what do they really mean when the world feels anything but peaceful? In this special Christmas reflection, Jonathan Youssef explores the meaning behind this beloved hymn lyric and the birth of Jesus, the Light of the World who meets us in our deepest hopes and fears. Join Jonathan to reflect on: Why true peace and security are found in Christ alone How Jesus’ grace transforms fear into lasting hope What our response to Christ means for our lives today If you’re searching for hope at Christmas, longing for peace in uncertain times, or wondering where God is in the midst of fear, this episode offers a gentle, gospel-centered reminder: Christ has come and He is enough. For questions or to connect with the Candid community, visit LTW.org/Candid. Follow & share Candid Conversations on social media: Facebook: @candidpod Instagram: @candidpod Twitter: @thecandidpod
Meet Dr. Jonathan Youssef
Dr. Jonathan Youssef is a husband, father, and pastor with a deep passion for teaching the Bible and articulating the Gospel. He has a Master of Divinity from Reformed Theological Seminary and a Doctorate of Ministry in Exegetical Preaching from Master’s Seminary. From 2015-2018, Jonathan and his wife Lindsey lived and ministered in Sydney, Australia. There, the Lord birthed a vision in them to see the church united across ages, stages, socioeconomic backgrounds, races, and cultures. Jonathan currently serves as the Director of Ministries at The Church of The Apostles in Atlanta, Georgia.
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