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This article highlights the significance of believers as bearers of the good news, drawing upon the response of the shepherds in Luke 2:15. In contemporary Christianity, many believers appear passive or hesitant in proclaiming the gospel, often due to misconceptions such as the notion that evangelism amounts to proselytism, that it ought to be replaced by interreligious dialogue or apologetics, or that doing good alone is sufficient for salvation. This study seeks to recover the missional example of the shepherds, who actively shared the message with those who had not yet heard it. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach through biblical textual analysis, the study examines the theological significance of the shepherds’ response. The findings indicate that the shepherds not only received and witnessed the good news but also became its earliest messengers. Their response offers a model for believers today: to embrace their calling to proclaim Christ, that others too might come to faith.

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good news Luke 2:15 shepherds kabar sukacita Lukas 2:15 para gembala

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Jonidius Illu, Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Injili Arastamar (SETIA) Jakarta

Dosen S3 Teologi, Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Injili Arastamar (SETIA) Jakarta

Eliyunus Gulo, STT Trinity Parapat

Dosen S1 Teologi, STT Trinity Parapat

Nehemia Nome, Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Injili Arastamar (SETIA) Jakarta

Dosen S2 Pendidikan Agama Kristen, Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Injili Arastamar (SETIA) Jakarta

Merry Wati Rosdiana, KEMENAG KANWIL Jakarta Timur

Penyuluh KEMENAG KANWIL Jakarta Timur

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