I. SON OF GOD IN SWADDLING CLOTHS----1. Born in a Manger, vv1-7--2. Broadcasted by an Angel, vv8-14--3. Beheld by Shepherds, vv15-20----II. SHEPHERDS GO TO SEE THE CHRIST----1. Five Precious Truths of Gospel Conversion-- a. inclined to act upon the word heard, v15-- b. inevitable witness of God-s fulfilled word, v16-- c. incredible experience confessed, vv17-18-- d. important treasure nurtured by church, v19-- e. inspired converts sent forth in joy, v20----III. SURE APPLICATION FOR CHRISTIAN BELIEVERS----1. The Gospel Message Instills Fearful Reverence--2. The Gospel Message Humbles the Hearer--3. The Gospel Message Produces Heavenly Joy