And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:10-11).
Every time I read this passage, my imagination runs away with me. I picture myself as one of those shepherds in that field on that night. I am shocked, terrified, and awed by the messenger. He quickly seeks to calm my fears and tells me about some good news.
We all want good news. In a culture filled with despair and hopelessness, we need a message that will lift our spirits and give us hope. This is the good news of Christmas for all people.
The message is about Jesus our savior and deliverer. The one who died on the cross for our sins. The message is about Christ, the Messiah of Israel and the anointed one of God. He is the redeemer of his people, bringing them back into the Kingdom of God. The message is about the Lord who became flesh and dwelled among us, was raised from the dead, and will return to establish his rule forever.
PRAYER PROMPT: Lord God, we celebrate your salvation in and through Christ Jesus. May we faithfully proclaim the gospel to those without hope everlasting. Amen.
Kevin Carrothers serves as pastor of Rochester FBC and president of IBSA.
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