And when they saw it, they made known what had been told them concerning this Child, And all who heard it were astounded and marveled at what the shepherds told them. - Luke 2: 17 – 18

The shepherds were so excited about what they had heard from the angels that they had to go check it out for themselves. It would have been easy for them to stay by the warm campfire and justify their inactivity with the need to stay with the sheep.

Not only did they leave their sheep to see the Child with their own eyes, but then they had to go tell others what they had experienced. We don’t seem to have any trouble telling others about the great bargain we got on shoes. When we see a great movie, before we ever leave the theater we are thinking about co-workers or family that need to see it.

Why then, do we have trouble telling others about the greatest person in our lives, Jesus Christ? During the Christmas season is one of the best times to share the Good News of Jesus.

Today’s Prayer
Lord, it is easy to give in to fear about telling others about you. Help me to be bold and make the most of every opportunity that you orchestrate in my day to share the Good News. Amen.