“But the angel said to them, ‘Don’t be afraid, for look, I proclaim to you good news of great joy that will be for all the people:’
The angels proclaimed the birth of Jesus by sharing this news with shepherds who were watching their flocks nearby. Below is the breakdown of the announcement from the angel.
“I proclaim to you good news”
The Greek word used here is euangelizō which is the word used for the gospel. When we refer to “the gospel” it communicated the good news that Jesus stepped into humanity to save us from our sins. The angel announces that the greatest news in the history of humanity had entered into the world – Jesus had arrived to save the world. Jesus’ arrival is “good news” because it brings forgiveness of sins and redemption through faith. Men and women can be restored to God through Jesus.
“of great joy”
A product of the gospel is great joy. Joy isn’t a reference to a feeling of happiness but a supernatural joy that is found when our hope is secure in Jesus. Joy isn’t dependent on your surroundings but on your hope. A loss of joy points to misplaced hope. When something that we have placed our hope in fails us we will lose hope. The gospel brings great joy because hope is secure in the finished work of Jesus. He will never fail us. He will uphold us with his mighty hand and loving grace. Jesus’ arrival brings us great joy.
“that will be for all the people”
Jesus came to earth to restore “all the people” of the world. His grace and mercy are not exclusive to the Jewish people. All people, all races, all socio economic statuses, and all backgrounds can place their faith in Jesus. Jesus is the promise of life. All sins can be forgiven. All people can be redeemed. All who place their trust in Jesus know that there is great joy in the goodness of Jesus.
Live It:
- Are you joyous?
- Have you placed your hope in something other than Jesus?
- What promises of Jesus do you need to set your hope in today?
Christ Chronological: Luke 2:8-20
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Chase Snyder
Writer, Pastor
