24 Dec From Fear to Joy
Posted at 17:17h
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Two examples in the book of Luke illustrate how people of low estate reacted to seeing an angel in fear. This fear was then turned into wonder, joy, praise and rejoicing when they understood the reason for the appearing. We will look at the examples of Mary and of the shepherds. Mary responded by willingly offering herself as the servant of the Lord and by singing a song of praise (the Magnificat) at the amazing work of God. The shepherds responded by first going to see the child, Jesus. They then told others what they had seen and heard and also glorified and praised God. Finally, what is our response at what we have seen and heard?