God’s creation is so amazing! It is beyond anything we can imagine. I have a story to tell because I am a part of that creation, just as you are. I belong to the group of created beings called angels. There are hundreds, no, thousands, no, tens of thousands of us. Actually, we number more than any person can count. There are a host of us.

Our home is in the heavens. God has planned special tasks for us. At times we have appeared on earth as men. We never come in the form of animals or birds or objects.

Our jobs are all about doing God’s will in heaven and on earth. We share in spreading God’s love to all people. We praise, honor and obey Him.

"The Angel Appears to the Shepherds" (Rembrandt)

Over the ages we have done many things. God has sent us to guide and instruct his people. We have also guarded and defended those who trust in Him. Sometimes we minister to one in need by answering their need and comforting them. We also warn of danger or disaster when God sends us.

But tonight, our mission is the most glorious of all It is something that has been awaited throughout all eternity past. Our great and holy God is truly a God of love. He planned all along to send a Savior to earth to give people a way to have their sins forgiven. This is the night! This is the time! One angel told shepherds in the fields near Bethlehem that Jesus Christ is born. And then it was our turn to fill the sky with radiance praising God. We sang “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men!” What a thrilling time it was.

Today join with us — that Heavenly Host of long ago. Let us together sing praises with joy and thanksgiving in our hearts to Jesus, our Savior and Lord.