Simeon Sees the Messiah

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, saying: “Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation. — Luke 2:27-30a

Simeon praised God when he saw the baby Jesus in the temple.

He had been waiting for this day.

And He knew that this was no ordinary baby, but the Son of God.

Simeon recognized that Jesus was the Messiah as he took him in his arms.

And that God had sent Him to earth just as he had promised long ago.

Simeon was now ready to be with God in death.

He had now seen God's salvation and was thankful.

He was now at peace.

Those of us who k now Jesus are also at peace, no matter what comes our way.

Your Salvation

Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations: a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel. — Luke 2:29-32

Simeon praised God with these words after he saw Jesus in the temple.

Praise be to God for sending His Son, Jesus!

On New Years Eve Abby and I walked along La Jolla Shores and marveled at God's goodness.

We were amazed by the beautiful sunset filling the sky above the water and the beach.

The dogs we saw were enjoying the evening, too.

And seagull just stood near the water taking it all in.

What a fun evening that displayed God's glory for all of us to see.