Day 7 – In the Temple Courts: Simeon’s Song

“Moved by the Spirit, He went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the Child Jesus to do for Him what the custom of the law required, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God” (Luke 2:27-28).

Another young poor couple coming with their newborn son. Obedient parents ready to present their first born to the Lord.

However, the story changes as old man Simeon enters into the scene. Nothing is really known about him except the little we find in Luke 2. We don’t know his background, his hometown, education, or his occupation. Another bit player in this drama around the life of Jesus. After he plays his part he fades back into the background, and we hear from him no more. However, when Simeon held the Baby Jesus in his arms, he called him “a light of revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to your people Israel” (Luke 2:32).

This is big news and good news. He came to shed the light of God to every nation, tribe, and culture. He is Savior of Black, White, Hispanic, Jew and Gentile, German, British, American, healthy, wealthy, and handicapped. He is the Savior of the whole world. Everyone was included in His coming. He left no one out. This has been another week for me with my big Sister Zenobia (February 13, 2021). She is back in the hospital and it is times like these you realize what really is important. It is not money or fame, career, power, or all that can be taken in a moment. All that truly matters is that we know about Jesus Christ.

He is Israel’s Messiah.

He is the Savior of the World.

He came for you and I. Do you know Him?

Jesus, there is nothing more important than knowing You. Open my heart to welcome You as my Lord and my King. Amen!