You've probably heard the Christmas story hundreds of times, but have you ever let it really soak in how miraculous it truly is? Have you ever read it with a lens of teachability? What do the characters we know so well show us about relationships? That's what I'm talking about this Christmas season.

I used to not pay much attention to the shepherds in the Christmas story, but after deeper reading there's a lot to unpack. They soon became my favorite part. What can their story teach us about our responses to God? How to interact with nonbelievers and strangers? Also other Christians we might be judgemental towards? Plus, how dumb are sheep exactly?!? Haha.

I also divulge what it's like to go caroling with me. I'm a decent singer, but you'll learn why I enjoy going with those that are tonedeaf in part 2 of my "Christmas is here!" mini-series!