Luke 2:25 “And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon, and this man was just and devout, waiting for the Consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.”
Simeon gives us a WWW example of Working While WAITING for the Lord to return. In Luke 2:25 we find Simeon watching/waiting for the Lord’s first coming while working in the Lord’s work! He is a great example for us as believers. Today we are to be anticipating the Lord’s second coming. Each day should begin with PERHAPS TODAY! But with this anticipation, there should be much activity, not apathy. When He returns, He should find us BUSY doing His work. The Lord should find us watching for His second coming while working diligently in His work.
It is worth noting that Simeon was also described as a man of character and commitment. He is described as being a just or righteous man. (Noah, Zacharias and Elizabeth, Joseph, (earthly father of Jesus) Joseph of Arimathea, and Cornelius were all described as just or righteous). Then Luke describes Simeon as DEVOUT. DEVOUT. We don’t seem to use the word DEVOUT too much these days. It is a good word we should want others to say about us. It means to handle something entrusted to you with GREAT CARE. The devout person is very cautious and conscientious with the assignments given to them. They handle their responsibilities with reverence. Some might call it a godly fear. They are very trustworthy. The devout ones are often highly respected because of their diligence in handling things entrusted to them with such care.
While watching for the coming of the Lord, Simeon was doing what was right. He was reverent with his responsibilities, handling them carefully.
Be alert to His coming as if it could truly be the next minute and be working as if He will not return for another 100 years.
Continue Strong LIVING IN EXPECTATIONS OF HIS COMING
And remember to DATE the Word