2. Luke 2:8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.

3. 1. There is a way of looking at people and refusing to see them. Jesus says, “I see you.”

4. Luke 2:9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.

5. 1. There is a way of looking at people and refusing to see them. Jesus says, “I see you.” 2. The message is in the shining. God is saying, “I am right here.”

6. Luke 2:10-11 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

7. 2. The message is in the shining. God is saying, “I am right here.” 3. All people have messed up the center… I need a Savior.

8. Luke 2:12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”

9. 3. All people have messed up the center… I need a Savior. 4. Sometimes I forget that I already have a sign.

10. Luke 2:13-14 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”

11. 4. Sometimes I forget that I already have a sign. 5. What do I do that makes God look on me with favor?