“Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:11-14
“City of David” is a reference to Bethlehem.
“Messiah” is a title, as well as the related terms “save” and “salvation,” form an important theme in the Book of Luke. Jesus names indicate what He will do.
“Lord” is used thousands of times in the Old Testament to translate God’s personal name, Yahweh. “Lord” is sometimes used to refer to a master or person of authority. However, by this title, the New Testament writers commonly describe Jesus as the one true God.
“Sign” … the baby serves as a sign for the shepherds that the Good News is true. More important, the prophetic sign of a son born to a virgin was fulfilled.
“Heavenly host” has a specific meaning. The term “host” refers to military service, the ranks and divisions of troops. Though the hosts of the Lord are often angels, they notably include all of creation, which God set in order and continues to rule. The Lord set His hosts in order so that they might serve Him. The Word of God, by which He made all things, endures and gives direction to His hosts. The result is the orderly, natural world in which we live. Every particle, every person, is designed to fulfill a calling that gives the Lord praise.
“In the highest” refers to praise in the heavenly realms, where God and the angels live.
“On earth peace” emphasizes not human goodwill but God’s grace and the peace it brings us.
God’s blessings on your day…