Luke 2:18

Baoule Bible 1996 (Kuo :Dele')

:Yee' nyor⧾-a' klehkpeh: on 'worn-a deh 'blae'⧾-a' 'yli-eh bo 'dhu-nyor:⧾: daa, on: za-a-',: yee' eh: florn-dih-uh-: worn.

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Luke tells us that when people heard the story of the shepherds seeing angels and Jesus, they were amazed. No one is directly speaking here; it's about the reaction of those who listened to the shepherds' tale. The key message is how the news of Jesus' birth was surprising and awe-inspiring.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your friends came back from a trip saying they met aliens, and everyone believed them and thought it was amazing! That's kind of what happened here—people heard the shepherds talk about angels and felt really surprised but also excited to hear this news about Jesus!

Historical Background

The Gospel of Luke was written by Luke, a traveling companion of Paul. He wrote around A.D. 80-100 for Greek-speaking Christians who wanted to know more about the life of Jesus. The story of Jesus' birth and the shepherds’ visit would have been new and exciting information for his audience.

Living It Out Today

Imagine if you heard news that your neighbor's baby was born with amazing abilities. You’d be surprised and interested, right? Just like those people hearing about Jesus, we can also feel awe when we learn more about the incredible life of Jesus.

Topics

• faith
• hope
• wonder
• angelic visitation
• shepherds
• Christmas

Related Verses

• Luke 2:8-14
• Matthew 2:1-12
• Acts 3:19-26
• John 7:37-39
• Isaiah 9:6

Frequently Asked Questions

Why were people surprised by the shepherds' story?

People in that time might not have expected angels and miraculous events related to a newborn, especially one from humble beginnings like Jesus.

What can we learn about faith from Luke 2:18?

We can see how the shepherds’ story inspired wonder and belief. It shows that even surprising news can lead people to believe in something greater, like God’s plan for salvation.

How does this verse connect with Christmas?

This verse is part of the Nativity story, which Christians celebrate at Christmas. It highlights the surprise and joy felt by those who first learned about Jesus' birth.

Is there a lesson for today's believers in Luke 2:18?

Yes, it reminds us to be open to new revelations about God and His plans. Just as people were amazed then, we can still find wonder and belief through the teachings of Jesus.