December 24, 2023: Angels Sing, "Glory To God!"

"And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!" (Luke 2:13–14, ESV)
 
When God does something, He always does it up big! Can you imagine being on that hillside the night the angel appeared to the shepherds? An angel shows up and announces, "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." (Luke 2:11, ESV)  And the angel, barely finishing his announcement, is drowned out by a multitude of heavenly hosts that are breaking out in glorious song: "Glory to God in the Highest!" What a way to make an announcement! 

Not only is God being praised for His infinite wisdom, but the multitude of heavenly hosts are decreeing, "Peace among those with whom he is pleased!"   Peace is the absence of all hostile feelings. To those who believe on His name, He gives them the right to become children of God! As His children, we are dearly loved! We enjoy His peace, as only He can give. The joy of knowing that God is pleased with you—who can compare?

The message to the angels moved them to go and see. It is like receiving the revelation of who Jesus is, and you come running to Him! And it does not stop there. The angels returned with the song of the Lord in their hearts as they continued to watch over the sheep.