That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified,  but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.  The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city of David!
_{Luke 2:8-11 NLT}

Take Heart!
the King is coming
guarding bodies, souls
hearts and minds.

Rise Up!
the Light is coming
surrounding above, below
behind and beside.

Have Courage!
the Shepherd is coming
bringing comfort, security
purpose and plan.

Be Strong!
the Savior is coming
redeeming sorrow, destruction
death, and despair.

Take heart
Rise up
Have peace
Be strong and brave
You’ll see!

Take heart!
Jesus is here.
He’s come
to set you free!

 I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.
_{John 16:33 NLT}