Luke 2:17-18
When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.

They told about the child and all that the angels had said about him. Everyone was astonished at the shepherds’ story.

They felt they needed to relate their experience: how first one angel had spoken to them, exactly what it was he had said about the child, and the sign he had given them; how the first angel had been followed by a huge group of angels, and what this heavenly host had joyfully proclaimed.

These men hid nothing. They told their story to Mary and Joseph, and to many others besides (note in verse 18: “and all who heard what the shepherds told them,” etc.).

So men were so thoroughly convinced of the truth of their story, and so sure of its importance, they were willing to risk disbelief and even ridicule.

Telling All You Know
These shepherds told everyone who would listen all they had heard and seen. Often people who try to tell all they know are politely avoided. It can be boring to listen to someone who never stops to take a breath.

But in the shepherds’ case, people listened, because:
* Shepherds were not supposed to know much, and these shepherds had startling information.
* The message was incredible. It changed listeners’ lives.
* The shepherds spoke from the heart, and their words connected to the needs of others.

When you tell about Jesus start with what you know best: your life experience.

Tell the story of God in your life.