Luke 2:8-11

2 (This was the first census that took place whilea]" Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to their own town to register. 4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. 5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. 6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, 7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.

8 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.

What a sight that must have been, Shepherds half asleep keeping watch over their flock in the middle of the night when all of a sudden the Glory of the Lord began to shine all around them!  The bible states that they were terrified.  That must have been something spectacular for these shepherds to be overwhelmed!

I believe that any time anyone comes in contact with the presence of the Lord, they can't help but be overwhelmed by His greatness and majesty!  His Glory is bring light to any situation!  As followers of Christ we also have a charge to be the light to a dark world full of fear and anxiety!  Our presence should shine a light to their situation!

 This Christmas find an opportunity to shine your Christmas lights to someone in need!

On behalf of Dianna, Makenzie and myself, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas!  We love you lots!