They were shepherds doing what shepherds do.

“That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep” (Luke 2:8).

Up to this point it had been an ordinary day for them, doing ordinary things. But in a moment, everything changed and their ordinary day became extraordinary.

“Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified, but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people” (Luke 2:9-10).

They were told heavenly news and it was going to bring joy to all the people on earth.

“The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David!” (Luke 2:11).

So, they did something unimaginable. The shepherds left their sheep and rushed to see. Think about it, leaving your sheep was unheard of.

“Let’s go to Bethlehem! Let’s see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about… They hurried to the village and found Mary and Joseph. And there was the baby, lying in the manger (Luke 15b, 16).

They could not contain their excitement. They wanted everyone to hear the good news.

“After seeing him, the shepherds told everyone what had happened” (Luke 2:17a).

They went back to their shepherding jobs,  but they were forever changed.

The shepherds went back to their flocks, glorifying and praising God for all they had heard and seen” (Luke 2:20a).

My Prayer for you this Christmas:

May your ordinary turn into extraordinary

May you experience the unimaginable that forever changes you

May the great news of joy overflow to you and others

Above all, may you glorify God and praise Him for His indescribable gift

Merry Christmas!