July 18

Today’s Reading - Luke 2:8-21

Thought:

Much has been made of the glorious news of the birth of Christ being proclaimed to the shepherds, but notice an aspect of this story that is often overlooked — their reaction to the news. First, they came to Jesus without delay (vs. 15-16). Second, they shared the news of Jesus with others (vs. 17-18). Finally, they glorified and praised God for all that they had seen and heard (vs. 20). Still today, there is no better news that can be heard than the good news of Jesus Christ. It is news of love and atoning sacrifice, of redemption and relationship, of mercy and salvation. It is good news; great news; the best news! Surely, our reaction to the good news of Christ should be the same as that of the shepherds’ who were told of the Savior’s birth. So, let us draw near to Him, tell others about Him, and praise and glorify God because of Him!

What are some good ways that we can respond to Christ today?