LUKE 2:47. “And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.”
THE CHILD. Why is this ancient woman coming with a beautiful smile on her face? What made Simeon come into the temple at such a rapid pace? A man, his wife and a child whose long journey we can trace – The child came from heaven to reveal to us God’s grace!
What is it as they journey long from Egypt to Nazareth – That is so significant to us in that child of holy birth? What is in His spirit and wisdom that makes Him of unique worth? That child is the Eternal God who created heaven and earth!
What is it make the doctors stop and to that young boy take heed?
For the most part these are men who are motivated by power and greed. What understanding and answers reveal to them their need? That youth is about His Father’s business and on the sacred Word does feed!
What is it in the character and life of this singular young Person; That makes Him stand out from all others – tell me – what is the reason? Fine in intellect and stature, yet for His parents, He wants to please them. His favor with God and man indicates this is a divine visitation.
“What a glorious coming was the birth of Thy Son, Father. I know to those who were not looking for Him they missed the glory surrounding His birth. But I was thinking of how it must have pleased Thee when Simeon and Anna finally saw the Savior for the first time and were filled with joy. I pray I will have joy at every evidence of divine revelation Thou dost give me. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”