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WHO WAS ON THE INVITATION LIST?
Who did God the Father invite to come to visit His newborn Son? Why was the list so small, especially considering He was the “Son of the Highest” and heir to the throne of David (Luke 1:32)?
It was only the humble shepherds were invited by God to see His newborn son (Luke 2:8-20). Verse 12 says: “And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.” What a sign that was. I doubt there would have been another baby in the world born in a cattle stall and laid in a manger. Yet this was no accident. It was pre-planned from the beginning of time.
While the “multitude of the heavenly host” rejoiced at this amazing event, the earth was strangely silent. Only a few humble shepherds were honored to receive the heavenly announcement. The Christmas carol, “Silent Night, holy night” truly fitted the manger scene.
King Herod only received the news second hand. He was too proud to receive the great news from God. The religious leaders of Israel were not notified by God or angels for they were also too proud. In fact, the whole nation, apart from the humble shepherds, were silent and asleep that night.
When heaven reasoned who should be told and invited to this awesome holy occasion, out of the whole nation, it was only the humble shepherds who were given the amazing privilege
Oh how God loves humility.
Be encouraged.
Colin
