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Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.” – Luke 2:34-35
Simeon gave Mary and Joseph much to think about. Jesus would become a powerful force on the earth, yet many will speak against him. On top of that, Jesus would cause Mary much pain as she witnesses his death on a cross many years later. This is a true picture of the Christ – one who will be a healing balm and an exposer of sin. Do we see Jesus like this? A sanitized Jesus that doesn’t pierce our soul is not the Jesus of the Bible. His love is what brings the pain in order to restore us to Himself.
Today’s commentary by Dave Whitehead, Senior Pastor, GraceNYC.org
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