1. Peace on Earth The contrast between the angelic glory and the humble Jesus must have seemed extreme. God loves to put His glory in unlikely packages so His glory is more clearly displayed. David Guzik
January 1, 2017

2. Peace on Earth
Luke 2:1-20

4. Peace on Earth
Micha 5:2 - But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are too little to be among the clans of Judah, from you shall come forth for me one who is to be ruler in Israel, whose coming forth is from of old, from ancient days.

6. Peace on Earth
Luke 2:8-9 And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear.

7. Shepherds
“As a class shepherds had a bad reputation…More regrettable was their habit of confusing ‘mine’ with ‘thine’ as they moved about the country. They were considered unreliable and were not allowed to give testimony in the law courts.” (Morris)

8. Peace on Earth
Luke 2:10 - And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.

9. Peace on Earth
Luke 2:11 - For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.

10. Peace on Earth
Luke 2:13 - And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying

12. Peace on Earth
Luke 2:14 - “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom He is pleased!”

13. Peace on Earth

14. Peace on Earth
Luke 2: And when they saw it, they made known the saying that had been told them concerning this Child. And all who heard it wondered at what the shepherds told them.

15. Peace on Earth
Isaiah 9:6 – For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder, and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

16. Will We Join Them?

17. For Our Consideration Do you know the Prince of Peace personally?
Does our life reflect this knowledge?
How do we view hardships and difficulties?
How do we view the Christmas season?
Do we have peace?

18. Prayer Focus Thank You Lord for this glorious season
Thank You Lord for salvation
Thank You Lord for Your word that shares such deep truth
Thank You Lord for a new day to walk with you