Luke 2:7-11

7This was her first baby, and it was a boy. She put cloths around him. Then she put him in an animal's food box. She did this because the rooms for visitors were full of people.

8That night some shepherds were living out in the fields near Bethlehem. They were keeping their sheep safe.

9Then an angel of the Lord appeared to them. A bright light from God shone all around them. That frightened them very much.

10The angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid. Listen! I bring you good news. This news will make everyone very happy.

11Something happened today in the town of David. Someone special was born. He is the one who will save you. He is the Messiah. He is the Lord.