4. And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified…

5. …But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid
…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 Saviour has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord…

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

7. “…for this is what the prophet has written: ‘But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will shepherd my people ... who will shepherd my people.”
(Matt 2:5-6)

8. “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing
“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me to still waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake…

9. …Even though I walk through the darkest valley I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
(Psalm 23:1-4)

10. "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”
(John 10:11)