The Pentagon marked a historic moment Wednesday, Dec. 17, hosting its first-ever Christmas worship service in the center courtyard, drawing military personnel and civilians together for songs of praise and a message centered on the hope found in Jesus Christ.
As reported by CBN News, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth welcomed attendees by pointing them to the heart of the Christmas story.
“The greatest story ever told. And the best part about it is it’s a true story,” Hegseth said. He reflected on Christ’s humility and calling, noting, “It’s a true story of a King who arrived not on a throne, but in a humble manger… And all He asked of us is to believe, is to honor Him with who we are and what we do.”
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Evangelist Franklin Graham echoed that message, urging reflection on the deeper meaning of the season.
“Jesus took our shame and He died in our place and He rose again,” Graham said. “And this is why we celebrate Christmas. He’s living. He’s alive. He’s in heaven. And He’s coming back. And He’s coming back someday soon.”
The service, filled with worship music and Scripture-centered hope, highlighted a renewed public focus on faith, gratitude and the timeless message of Jesus’ birth.
James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.
