Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant [Simeon]
in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation [Jesus] which you have prepared
in the sight of all nations: a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the
glory of your people Israel.”
I love holding babies. My daughters, grandbabies, nieces
and nephews all cuddled in my arms. There sweet fragrance after a bath was the
best perfume. The soft coos and even loud cries brought joy to my heart.
Now imagine being Simeon..
Simeon, a devout, old man who lived in Israel, was
blessed with the promise that he would see the Messiah before he died. While in
Jerusalem, where Mary and Joseph traveled after the birth of Jesus, the Holy
Spirit prompted Simeon to visit the temple. Lo and behold, he met Mary and
Joseph. When they saw Simeon enter, they placed baby Jesus in his arms. He
cradled him and rejoiced.
Simeon's heart rejoiced with peace because he'd
laid eyes on the one who came to save the world from sin and give life to those
who follow him. Imagine being Simeon, holding sweet baby Jesus in your arms. Oh
the joy!
We may not be able to hold that precious babe in
our arms, but we can invite Jesus in and hold him in our hearts. At this time
of holiday chaos, rest in the peace of the Savior we celebrate.
Open your heart and invite him in.
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