Heart of Christmas: The Shepherds (Luke 2:8-11)

In Jesus' time, shepherds were total outcasts, living on the outskirts of the communities among their flock. They didn't have basic rights and were not welcome into the rest of society. Yet, God sent a messenger to share the good news of Jesus' birth with them first. Let's take a look at the invitational heart of God shown in the story of Christmas.