The Christmas story reveals the first gospel message ever proclaimed when angels announced Jesus's birth to humble shepherds. God chose these lowly workers to receive the greatest news in history: the birth of the Savior, Christ, and Lord. The shepherds responded with urgency, investigating the angels' message and becoming the first evangelists. Their response teaches us to actively explore God's promises rather than remaining in our comfort zones. We can respond like the shepherds by investigating Jesus personally, like the angels by sharing the good news, or like Mary by treasuring God's word in our hearts.