Luke 2:8

“And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.”

"And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night." - Luke 2:8
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What does Luke 2:8 mean?

The verse Luke 2:8 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night." This verse is part of the narrative of the birth of Jesus Christ, and it sets the stage for one of the…

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Shepherds by Night: A Call to Vigilant Faith

**Scripture Reference: Luke 2:8 (KJV)** “And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.” As we delve into the story of Jesus’ birth, our attention is drawn to the humble shepherds who received the heavenly announcement…

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A Prayer for the Shepherds of Our Time

O Sovereign Lord, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude and reverence, recognizing that in Your divine plan, even the humble shepherds of the field play a vital role. As we meditate upon the words found in Luke 2:8, which reminds us, "And there were in the same…

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Luke 2:8 - "And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night."
Luke 2:8-9 - "And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified."
"And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified." - Luke 2:8-9
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Luke 8:52 - "And all wept, and bewailed her: but he said, Weep not; she is not dead, but sleepeth."
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Luke 8:34 - "When they that fed them saw what was done, they fled, and went and told it in the city and in the country."
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