SILENT SHEPHERD

by Patricia Moore
(Midlothian IL 60445 USA)



Aaron lay close to his father to stay warm in the cold night air. Nonetheless, a shiver went through Aaron. He wanted desperately to be like his father, able to call to the sheep. Many times, he tried to call to them, but the words never came. He only could make strange sounds that no one could understand. Sometimes, Aaron would see tears in his father's eyes when he tried
to speak. He felt that his father was disappointed in him. He would never be a shepherd.

"Aaron, why are you so restless? It's time to sleep," Aaron's father said as he stroked his son's hair.

Aaron tried to sleep, but all he could see was the sadness in his father's eyes. If only he could talk! His father would be so pleased with him.

After awhile, Aaron's eyes grew heavy and he fell asleep. He dreamed that he was able to speak. When he called his sheep, they followed after him. His father's eyes were free from tears.

Suddenly, Aaron was awakened by a brilliant light in the heavens. Aaron's father held Aaron close to him.

They both huddled together in fear.

An angel appeared to them and said," Do not be afraid. I bring you news of great joy. The Christ Child has been born tonight in Bethlehem. You will find Him wrapped in a blanket, lying in a manger."

Then the angel was joined by a multitude of other angels. They watched in amazement as the angels sang, praising God. Then the angels returned to heaven.

Aaron couldn't wait to see the Christ Child. He tugged at his father's sleeve and pointed towards Bethlehem.

"Let us go to Bethlehem and see the Christ Child."

In great excitement, they hurried to Bethlehem with their sheep following behind them.

When they found the manger, Aaron was afraid to come inside. He felt he wasn't worthy enough to see the Christ Child. With all his heart, he wanted to say happy birthday to the Christ Child but he knew he wouldn't be able to say even a single word to Him.

Aaron's father, seeing the fear on his son's face said,"Don't be afraid. Our Savior wants your love not your words."

Aaron held his father's hand. They knelt in
adoration before the Christ Child. As Aaron looked upon the Christ Child, all of his fear left him. How he wanted to be able to wish the Christ Child happy birthday. Suddenly Aaron felt his words ready to burst forth.

"Happy Birthday!" Aaron shouted to the Christ
Child. Tears of joy came to his father's eyes and he embraced his son.

"I love you, Father," Aaron exclaimed.

"I love you, Son."

Overjoyed, Aaron and his father went back to their fields. Aaron spent the rest of his life telling everyone about the birth of the Christ Child and how he once had been a silent shepherd.

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Jul 03, 2016
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#happy birthday Jesus Christ
by: Anonymous

I want to say happy birthday to Jesus too but I will say it on Christmas

Jun 21, 2016
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I loved the story
by: Lissy

I love the way Aaron got his voice back!

Apr 14, 2016
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Good story
by: Uma

I love bible stories

Apr 13, 2016
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Awesome Story ☆☆☆☆☆ 《☆》
by: MysteryGirl

This story is nice because I'm a Christian and go to church every Sunday and this is so so so so so so happy!!

Mar 14, 2016
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AWESOME!
by: Aron

My name is aron also. (lol) I'm a sixth grader but this is a very good story i love it!

Mar 08, 2016
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Yolo
by: Christian kid for life yolo

This is a good story for Cristian kids like me yolo

Oct 05, 2015
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silent shepherd
by: danTDM

this story was a good story

Aug 24, 2015
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nice
by: lol

lol its very good and cool its intrsting and nice and has alogiecal flow plz read and hope u njoy
ps christ is awesome
ps im the lol man

Jul 30, 2015
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I loved it!
by: Robert

I am an 8 year old and I loved it when the it said the Christ Child does not want your words just your love

Feb 20, 2015
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Amazing!!!!!
by: Anonymous

Honestly, i am speechless. This story is Creative, amazing, touching. Patricia you are amazing. I cannot wait for your next book. This is the most interesting story of all of them.

Oct 24, 2014
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Because it deserves it
by: BOO

It is very good and SCARY ,....,.,,,., BOOHOOHAAAHAAHAAAAAAAAAAAAA. B)

Sep 01, 2014
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dear reader
by: patricia moore

Dear reader,
I hope you have enjoyed this story and I will defiantly make more books in the future, but I need you guy to comment on my new book. This story came out to be true, when I was a little girl there was a boy named aaron and he had one sheep. Please do not hesitate to reply

Oct 22, 2013
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VERY GOOD!!
by: Anonymous

It's a very well put together story!! I RATE FIVE STARS!!!! I love stories like this I don't go to church so I like to read stuff about the Christ Child!!! Very good short story!!! :~)

Oct 19, 2013
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wow
by: Anonymous

this is the best story i have ever read yet it made me want to cry.

Oct 25, 2011
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yes
by: Anonymous

I like it very much~~~~ Thank you

Sep 25, 2010
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Simply Beautiful!
by: Anonymous

I loved the line, "...Our Savior wants your love not your words." I think this says it all!! Awesome storytelling!!!

Sep 10, 2010
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An uplifting and heartwarming story told in simple language. Amazing!

Sep 08, 2010
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Come, let us adore Him.
by: Tess

A beautiful story, told with great delicacy and insight.

Sep 05, 2010
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Great Christmas story!
by: A. Johnson

I love this new version of the birth of Christ and the shepherds in the field. A lovely story. Well written and deeply moving.

Sep 03, 2010
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Wow...
by: J.L.Conlon

Such a simple story, yet it brought tears. I love Christmas stories, and this one is fantastic! Well done!

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