Memory Verse: Luke 2:17 And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.
The shepherds received word of Christ's birth from angels. Since then, the responsibility of telling the good news of the Saviour has been given to men. Unless we are faithful in witnessing to others of Christ, they will never hear of His love and salvation.
The shepherds told their hearers exactly what had been told them by the angels.
And what was that?
They had been told that the birth of Christ was good tidings of great joy. It is evident that the shepherds were thrilled with their find in Bethlehem. Their hearts must have overflowed with joy upon finding the Saviour just as the angel had said. They couldn't keep these good tidings to themselves. They were excited. And few accomplish anything for Jesus who do not get enthusiastic about Him.
These humble men had also been told that this message must be shared with all people. Salvation is available to all and there should be no restrictions on our concern for people. Tell the person you consider the most unreachable. See what God does as a result of your faithful witness.
There was no mistaking about the message given to the shepherds. This child born in Bethlehem's stable was Christ the Lord. The shepherd's mission was then to announce the coming of the Son of God. The deity of Christ was the theme of their public ministry. That message would never change for true servants of God. Paul would later declare: ". . . believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. . ." (Acts 16:31).
Are you thrilled enough with Jesus to tell of Him today?
The shepherds received word of Christ's birth from angels. Since then, the responsibility of telling the good news of the Saviour has been given to men. Unless we are faithful in witnessing to others of Christ, they will never hear of His love and salvation.
The shepherds told their hearers exactly what had been told them by the angels.
And what was that?
They had been told that the birth of Christ was good tidings of great joy. It is evident that the shepherds were thrilled with their find in Bethlehem. Their hearts must have overflowed with joy upon finding the Saviour just as the angel had said. They couldn't keep these good tidings to themselves. They were excited. And few accomplish anything for Jesus who do not get enthusiastic about Him.
These humble men had also been told that this message must be shared with all people. Salvation is available to all and there should be no restrictions on our concern for people. Tell the person you consider the most unreachable. See what God does as a result of your faithful witness.
There was no mistaking about the message given to the shepherds. This child born in Bethlehem's stable was Christ the Lord. The shepherd's mission was then to announce the coming of the Son of God. The deity of Christ was the theme of their public ministry. That message would never change for true servants of God. Paul would later declare: ". . . believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved. . ." (Acts 16:31).
Are you thrilled enough with Jesus to tell of Him today?
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