A sudden commotion disturbed the peaceful scene. Shepherds rushed into the stable to see the family and the child in particular. These men were bubbling over with excitement, their faces radiating joy. They hurried in from the hillsides where living with their flocks. They told the wondering parents about a marvelous experience they had just had. On the hillside during the night watch, and angel had suddenly appeared to them. Jehovah's glory had gleamed all around, and the angel told them that the Christ, or Messiah, had just been born in Bethlehem. They would find the child lying in a manger, swaddled in cloth bands. Then, something even more spectacular happened -a mighty host of angels appeared praising God! - LUKE 2:8-14.
No wonder these humble men came rushing into Bethlehem! They must have been thrilled to see a newborn infant lying there just as the angel had described. They did not keep this good news to themselves. "They made known the saying . . . and all that heard marveled over the things told them by the shepherds." (Luke 2:17, 18) The religious leaders of the day evidently looked down on shepherds. But Jehovah clearly valued these humble, faithful men. How, though, did this visit affect Mary?
Next time: A Visit Brings Encouragement - Conclusion
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