Luke 2:8-14 (New International Version, ©2010)
8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” 13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”
Every time I read this passage it makes me happy. I think it just exudes joy. Joy is defined as "the emotion evoked by well-being, success or good fortune. Delight." I really don't think that definition does justice to the emotions the shepherds must have felt when they heard the angels' announcement. The news that we have a Savior brings about an emotion that to me is indescribable! That is "unexplainable" joy that will carry us into eternity!
Prayer: Thank You Jesus for bringing unexplainable JOY into a Christian's life!
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