Been with Jesus Luke 2:22-38

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zdNe7amW4I&t=2238s

Been With Jesus Luke 2:22-38

1. A poor obedience Luke 2:21-24

a. Your name is a door to your identity

*Joshua- one who saves

*Daniel 1

b. Your first step of parenting is obedience to your father.

*Genesis 17:12,Leviticus 12, Exodus 13:2

*Psalm 78:5-7

c. Fiscal standing is not a disqualifier of obedience.

2. Simeon - Never too old to bless  Luke 2;25-35

  1. Prepared for the moment

  • Righteous, Devout=Dependable, Devotional

*Acts 2:17

b. The world goes not well- but the Kingdom comes

*2 Peter 2:17, Jeremiah 2:13

*1 Samuel 3:1-4

  1. Watchful for God’s plan not your prejudice

  • White horse or baby

    • Gentiles and Israel

    • The joyous pain of parenting

*Luke 2:49, Matthew 12:48, John 19:26

3. Better, not bitter  Luke 2:36-38

  1. Her social position did not diminish her identity

  2. Her situation did not diminish her vision

  3. The keys to vision

    • She was praying *James 5:13-14

    • She was looking

    • She used her voice

  4. There are others with your heart

4. If you want to experience Jesus, look where he said he would be. Matthew 28:18-20 (and behold, I am with you always)

Following Jesus is the fullest life

Small Group and Personal Kairos

Heart- Do you know why you are named your name? Who says your name with the most love?  What other names do you have?

Soul- Do you ever think you are past God’s ability to use you for blessing?

Are there areas of disobedience that need to be changed to experience God’s ability to use your life?

Mind- What would you change about yourself, your family, our church and the world if you could?

Strength- Do you need knowledge, encouragement or an opportunity to step into the places God has for you to lead?

Neighbor- Who is someone who can lead you that you may be overcooking?

Grace New Hope