And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch
“Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy
over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the
glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel
said to them,
for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born
to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.
This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in
cloths and lying in a manger.” Suddenly a great company of the
heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and
saying,
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth
peace to those on whom his favor rests."
Merry Christmas, my friends.