Luke 2:8

God's Word

Shepherds were in the fields near Bethlehem. They were taking turns watching their flock during the night.

Cross References

Ezekiel 34:8

As I live, declares the Almighty Lord, because there is no shepherd, my sheep have become prey. My sheep have become food for every wild animal. My shepherds haven’t searched for my sheep. They have taken care of only themselves, not my sheep.

Luke 2:7

She gave birth to her firstborn son. She wrapped him in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger because there wasn’t any room for them in the inn.

Luke 2:9

An angel from the Lord suddenly appeared to them. The glory of the Lord filled the area with light, and they were terrified.