Simeon had been waiting in the temple to see the coming Messiah. On the day that Mary and Joseph and the baby Jesus actually entered, he began speaking, inspired by the Holy Spirit, of the greatness of the child and His mission. Can we imagine what it must have been like to finally see the One Simeon had been patiently waiting for. All the anticipation of a lifetime was culminated in a few moments of destiny.

Simeon gives us a good example of what our lives should be … also waiting for the return of Christ. Until that moment, we have been given grace to be faithful to stay close to God’s house and His people. Surely His return will be more than worth the wait. We will all meet Him in the air and ever be with Him. Maranatha!  Come Lord Jesus.

READ/LISTEN: Luke 2