The Shepherds

His Power Is Perfected In Weakness
December 15, 2024

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Key Scriptures

• Isaiah 9:2
• 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
• Luke 2:8-20
• 1 Corinthians 1:26-31
• Hebrews 11:6

Key Points

• The birth of Christ was announced to shepherds, outcasts ordinarily unnoticed who worked seven days a week.
• The angels proclaimed Good News for all people. 
• The shepherds responded to the Gospel and immediately shared their encounter. 
• Jesus, the Savior, continues to seek and save the lost. 
• Jesus is now our Shepherd.

Discussion

1. Read the shepherds’ encounter and discuss how you might have responded.
2. Is the Christmas season a challenge for you?
3. How can we recenter our focus on Emmanuel?
4. Do you remember how much darkness you were walking in before you heard the Good News? Share.