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Why Wait? Simeon

Luke 2:25-35 Waiting can often feel like an arduous test of patience and faith. It’s in these moments of uncertainty that doubts creep in, tempting us to take matters into our own hands and attempt to “help” God by finding solutions in our own strength. Yet, history and Scripture repeatedly teach us that relying on our own efforts can lead to missteps and missed blessings. The case of Abraham  and Sarah is a case in point.  But  the story of Simeon offers us a strikingly different perspective. Here was a man who chose to wait on God with unwavering hope, deep faith, and steadfast perseverance. Simeon trusted in the promise revealed to him by the Holy Spirit—that he would not see death before witnessing the Messiah, the Savior of Israel and the world. Despite what may have felt like an extended delay, Simeon remained devoted to God, actively engaging in worship and living righteously. Who was Simeon? Simeon is a key figure in the narrative of Luke 2:25-35, where he is intr...

Blessed New Year 2025 - Hope

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  I am thankful to the Lord for 2024. It has been a year of powerful encounters in my walk with the Lord, albeit interspersed with disappointments and heartbreaking grief. But that's the journey we all are called to walk in. The Promise Land  was never intended to be a smooth sailing endeavour. Although it was a land flowing with milk and honey, there were numerous battles to be fought and won. As Paul reminds us in 1 These 2:24 -  Faithful  and  absolutely trustworthy is He who is calling you [to Himself for your salvation], and He will do it [He will fulfill His call by making you holy, guarding you, watching over you, and protecting you as His own] (AMP). Now as we stand on the threshold of a new year, the air is filled with anticipation. Yet, alongside the hope, many of us sense the weight of challenges and uncertainties that lie ahead. In a world where the unexpected has become the norm, it is natural to wonder how we will navigate the twist...