I. The

of the first Christmas (v. 8)

II. The

of the Angel (v. 9)

III. The

of Jesus’ birth (vv. 10-12)

a.

of Jesus’ birth

b.

Reveal Answer

of who Jesus is

Reveal Answer

– Rescuer and Redeemer of mankind

Reveal Answer

– Anointed One, Chosen One, Messiah

Reveal Answer

– God

c.

Reveal Answer

that what is being said is true

IV. Immediate

glorifying God (vv. 13-14)

V. Sacrificial

of the shepherds (vv. 15-16)

VI.

of the shepherds (v. 17)

VII.

of all who heard (vv. 18-19)

VIII.

of the shepherds (v. 20)