A CHRISTMAS STORY (2): SIMEON
Everyone loves to receive good things.
Sometimes our waiting is longer than we expect.
How long do I keep asking? How long do I keep waiting?
“Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying: ‘Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all people, a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel.’
The child’s father and mother marveled at what was said about him.
Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: ‘This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too’” (Luke 2:28-35 NIV).
Hope is found in holding on to what God has promised.
When hope seems to fade away, what are you still holding on to?
Hold on to the One who is worth it.
What is the one thing that consumes your thoughts?
May our lives look more like Simeon this Christmas, so that we, like him, are consumed with the right thing.
BOTTOM LINE: Let your life be consumed by one thing—just make sure it’s the right thing.