Listen "Lights of Christmas: The Shepherds"
Episode Synopsis
The Christmas story begins in an unexpected place—with a group of exhausted, overlooked shepherds who became the first witnesses of Jesus’ birth. In this message, Minister Mark Ashton explores why God chose shepherds, how their story fulfills ancient prophecy, and what their response teaches us about courage, calling, and sharing the good news today.Walk through Luke 2 as we rediscover the world of first-century shepherding, the shock of the angels’ announcement, and the humility of a Messiah born in a manger in Bethlehem—the birthplace of David and the home of sacrificial lambs. This message unpacks how Jesus, the true lamb of God, enters our ordinary spaces and invites every person, no matter their background, to “be the shepherds” who carry his light into the world.If you’ve ever felt unqualified, unseen, or unsure how to share your faith, this teaching offers practical encouragement, biblical insight, and a renewed sense of purpose.
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