Friend, Luke 2:10 says, “Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.”

I love where that announcement was made. Not in a palace. Not to preachers or kings. But out in a dark field, to tired shepherds who smelled like sheep and probably felt forgotten. And right there, heaven broke the silence and said, “This is for you too.”

That’s the part I don’t want us to miss today. All people means nobody is left out. Not the polished. Not the broken. Not the ones who feel like they’ve failed too many times. Not the ones who wonder if God still sees them. This joy didn’t come with fine print or conditions. It didn’t say, “After you get your life together.” It didn’t say, “Once you clean yourself up.” It said, all people.

If you’re carrying fear today, this verse speaks to you. If you’re worn down, discouraged, or wondering where you fit in God’s story, this verse speaks to you. The same Savior announced that night is the Savior who still steps into ordinary places, ordinary lives, and ordinary struggles.

Christmas reminds us that God didn’t wait for us to climb up to Him. He came down to us. Right where we are. Just like those shepherds, you are seen, you are invited, and you are included.

So take a breath today. Let the fear loosen its grip. The good news is still good. The joy is still real. And it’s still for all people—including you.