From the Pulpit...

If we believe like Simeon and live like him, we will do well. His standard was righteousness toward men and devoutness toward God. If we see Jesus as Simeon saw him, we will also do well. He saw salvation right before his eyes. He saw suffering in Christ’s future and salvation for those who trust in Him. He saw Jesus as the test of people’s hearts, whether they would believe and rise, or reject and fall. Jesus is a refuge, but He is also a stone of stumbling (Isaiah 8:14).