That year brought freedom from financial debts. Christ is our freedom from our debts to God. Our text shows Christ's fulfillment of ALL Old Testament Law. Christ comes to man in Bethlehem, in His Word and again on Judgment Day. Not only does Christ fulfill all Old Testament Law, above all, He fulfills all the Messianic Promises in the Old Testament.
Today is the first day of the new church year.
Wish the people a joyous and happy New Year in Jesus Christ. May the Lord bless the preaching of His Word to His glory and the extension of His Kingdom on earth. Our text tells us about the first sermon Jesus preached, so far as we know. He preached in His home town. Jesus' announcement still stands forever.