The Shepherds And The Messiah

It was fitting that the Good News about the birth of the Great Shepherd and Lamb of God first be delivered to the shepherds.

Luke 2:10,11 And the angel said unto them, Fear not; for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ The Lord.

Gabriel had frightened them at first, and I can only imagine their mouth-gapping expression still hanging when a chorus of angels appeared and gave an anthem of praise.

Rushing to Bethlehem, they found the long-awaited Messiah where the angel said and worshipped Him. On the way back to their old jobs they reported the Good News, glorifying and praising God. Anxious to tell their families, they couldn't stop talking about seeing Jesus. 

Life changes when you meet the Master.