Introduction

Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters, I greet you with the love and peace that only our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ can provide. We are gathered here today in unity, bound by the unbreakable cord of faith, to delve into the rich tapestry of God's Word, to find comfort, guidance, and inspiration.

Our focus today is the story found in the gospel according to Luke, chapter 2, verses 8 through 18. It's a passage that resonates with the message of peace, a promise given not just to a select few, but to all of humanity.

Let me read the passage for us.

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In this passage, we see the proclamation of peace, the promise of peace for all people, and the perception of peace in the promise. These are the three main points we will be focusing on today.

The great preacher Charles Spurgeon once said, "I have learned to kiss the wave that throws me against the Rock of Ages." This quote, my friends, reminds us that even in the midst of life's trials and tribulations, we can find peace in the promise of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

As we stand on the precipice of a new day, let us remember this promise. Let us remember that we are not alone, that we are loved, and that we are called to share this love with others.

Proclaiming Peace through the Promise

The shepherds were terrified at first! Who wouldn’t be? But the angel reassured them, saying, "Do not be afraid." This is a reminder for us as well. In our lives, we may face situations that fill us with fear and anxiety. But God's message to us is the same as it was to the shepherds: "Do not be afraid." Because we have a Savior, we can have peace, even in the midst of our fears.

This peace is not the kind of peace that the world gives, which is often tied to circumstances or feelings. No, this is a deep, lasting peace that comes from knowing that our sins are forgiven and that we are in a right relationship with God. It's a peace that can calm our hearts and minds, even in the midst of life's storms.

The shepherds didn't keep this good news to themselves. They went and found Mary and Joseph and the baby Jesus, just as the angel had told them. And when they had seen Him, they spread the word about what had been told them about this child. They became proclaimers of peace, sharing the good news of the Savior's birth with all who would listen.

This is a challenge for us as well. We too are called to be proclaimers of peace. We are called to share the good news of Jesus with others. This doesn't mean that we have to be preachers or missionaries. We can share the good news in our everyday lives, through our words and actions. We can show others the peace that we have found in Jesus.

You see, God's peace is available to all. The shepherds were not religious leaders or people of influence. They were ordinary people, just like us. Yet God chose to reveal His peace to them. This shows us that God's peace is not reserved for a select few. It's available to all who will receive it. This is a comforting thought!

Promise of Peace for All People

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