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Podcast: The 5 Minute Discipleship Podcast
Episode: #754: Why the Birth of Christ was Announced to Shepherds
Description: By selecting the shepherds, God is making a statement. God wanted to show that His love does not discriminate on the basis of class, wealth, or social standing. He does not respect kings and princes more than hourly laborers, he does not value priests and pastors above the people on the street. God does not show favoritism. He does not give preferential treatment to one group of people over another. His grace is available to all on the same basis – faith in Jesus Christ, and faith alone.Main Points:1. Obviously, God co...