Through the Eyes of Shepherds

They were exactly positioned (1-7).

God prepositions us for His glory and our joy.

They were everyday guys (8-12).

God delights in revealing His glory to regular folk.

They were expectant hearers (15-16).

The message of God received by faith prompts action.

They were excited witnesses (17-19).

The good news (Gospel) brings uncontainable joy.

They were exuberant worshipers (20).

The good news (Gospel) brings uncontainable praise.

Christmas Book Recommendation

Pastor Brent recommends the book The Characters of Christmas – The Unlikely

People Caught up in the Story of Jesus by Daniel Darling to accompany our

Christmas Perspectives advent sermon series. It is available at Walmart.com and

other retailers.