Today’s Scripture: That day the Spirit led him to theTemple. So when Mary and Joseph came to present the baby Jesus to the Lord as the law required, Luke 2:27 NLT
Simeon trusted the promise and the direction of the Spirit. The Holy Spirit revealed to him that he would see the comforter before he died and on this specific day He led him to see the Christ.
Why Simeon? Why you? Why me? We do not know a lot about Simeon, but we do know the confirmation that his story gave to Joseph and Mary and to us. God and His Spirit prepared Simeon’s heart for just this very day this very hour.
Luke 2:33 states: “And his father and his mother marveled at what was said about him.” ESV Do we forget Jesus’ earthly parents were human and needed confirmation too? Just 41 days after Jesus’ birth here is confirmation of promises they had been given.
Are we called to confirm? Are we called to give hope and joy? I love Matthew Henry’s commentary on this verse. The same Spirit that gave Simeon hope also gave him joy. He will do the same for you and me. He will guide us to where we are to be. Let’s trust His lead, show up on time, and live the joy.
How has the Spirit been guiding you? Do you trust Him?
Today’s Prayer: Father God, I praise You and thank You for Your Holy Spirit. Increase my understanding and grant me clarity in my communication with Him. Please give me discernment of His commands. Help me to be faithful to the callings and responsibilities I do have. Give me the courage and boldness to make sure I show up at my specific time by trusting in Your Spirit. Amen
Tom Raines
Christian Affirmations 4 Life
Grant me clarity with Him – amen, Tom! Will be praying that this morning.
Thanks Dustin, happy new year!
AMEN! May the Holy Spirit guide all I think, do and say…
may I be courageous in Christ, ever following HIS Way!
Thank you very much, Tom, for sharing these powerful reflections and prayers.
I appreciate your delving into the character of Simeon and the role of the Holy Spirit.
May God continue to bless you and your ministry!
Thank you Caroline and I pray He continues to bless your ministry as well!
I’m catching up on your affirmations….reading backwards from today (1-11) …With EVERY post I read I’m challenged even more! I am LOVING your insights with Simeon Tom.
Thanks Robin…I am thankful for what God is doing with us through Simeon. Listening and knowing God has brought us here. May His Spirit feed us what He wishes and have us be bold and true to our call. I really appreciate you taking the time to stop by and giving me your feedback. Blessings to you and the husband!