No.2 The True Light of the World -Jesus

Simeon, a minister in the temple, was promised he would see the Messiah before he died. As was the custom, after eight days Mary and Joseph took the baby Jesus to the temple to consecrate Him to the Lord. (Luke 2:21-23).
Scripture tells us three times in these verses the Holy Spirit revealed the Christ to Simeon (vv. 25-27). When he saw the child, he declared the eternal significance of Christ's birth: His salvation is for "all peoples," both Jews and Gentiles. Christ fulfilled Simeon's prophecy when He later ordered His apostles to preach the gospel to all nations—making Himself a light of revelation to the Gentiles. When He added, "beginning at Jerusalem," He made Himself the "glory of his people Israel."
Are you ready for the Messiah? Have you lived your life in expectancy for His appearing? How is Jesus using your life to burn brightly in the world with His good works?
Jesus, make me a light to others. Light of the word,
kindle in me a flame of zeal and faith that
will lead others to You. Amen.
kindle in me a flame of zeal and faith that
will lead others to You. Amen.
God is Love 1John 4:16
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