photo #3948938

25. And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.26. And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.27. And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law, 28. Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,29. Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:30. For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,31. Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people;32. A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel. Luke 2:25-32 This man Simeon, a just and devoted man before God, waiting for Jesus the Messiah. And being told he would not die till he had seen Jesus, by the Holy Ghost. With his own eyes, for he had seen Christ, with eyes of faith. And he takes Jesus into his arms, embracing Him, with all affection and respect imaginable, for Simeon did not see a child, he saw the Son of the living God, and he trusted in Jesus for his salvation. Very, very few, would see Christ like this in their lifetime. But for Simeon, it was enough, that he now could die, knowing that he was safe for all eternity in Christ. Amen. Let us do likewise. 🙏