THE SHEPHERDS
Matthew’s Gospel: emphasized proving Jesus was the Jewish Messiah.
Luke’s Gospel: emphasized proving Jesus was real and came to save everyone.
“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.’
13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.’
15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, ‘Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.’ 16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen Him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, 18 and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.”
– Luke 2:8-18
In General, Shepherds Were Dishonest, Unclean, And Represented The Outcasts And Sinners Of A Society.
The Shepherds Remind Us That God Wants Everyone To Know About Jesus.
“But the angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.'”
– Luke 2:10-12
The Savior, Christ The Lord, Has Come So That We Can All Be Saved.
No One Is Too Dirty, Too Sinful, Or Too Bad That Jesus Doesn’t Want A Relationship With Them.
YTH Worship Set List
Reign Above It All – Bethel Music
What A Beautiful Name – Hillsong Worship
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