8 And there
were shepherds
living out in the
fields nearby,
keeping watch over
their flocks at
night.
9 An angel of
the Lord appeared to
them, and the glory
of the Lord shone
around them, and
they were terrified.
10 But the
angel said to them,
“Do not be afraid. I
bring you good news
that will cause
great joy for all
the people.
11 Today in
the town of David a
Savior has been born
to you; he is the
Messiah, the Lord.
12 This will
be a sign to you:
You will find a baby
wrapped in cloths
and lying in a
manger.”
13 Suddenly a
great company of the
heavenly host
appeared with the
angel, praising God
and saying,
14 “Glory to
God in the highest
heaven,
and on earth peace
to those on whom his
favor rests.”