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INTRO
The purification of Mary and the presentation of Jesus
A picture of God fulfilling His covenant promises
A picture of the faithfulness of God’s people
Mary and Joseph
Simeon
Anna
Simeon’s praise and prophecy
Joseph and Mary – vv. 21-24
Circumcision on 8th day – Genesis 17:11-12, Leviticus. 12:3
Purification – Only Mary needed to be purified.
Leviticus 12:1-8 Unclean for 7 days
Purification after an additional 33
Guilt of sin through birth (Sin through Adam)
Dedication – Exodus 13:2
First born son dedicated to the Lord
Simeon – vv. 25-35
The Man
Righteous, Devout
Faithful, Serving
Waiting of the consolation of Israel
Comfort, rescue Isaiah 49:13
Received a special word from God (Wed nights study…Special revelation)
His Praise
Acknowledged God’s sovereignty
Power, Plan, Purpose
Praised God for:
the coming salvation Isaiah 52:1-15
the extent of salvation
Light for the nations Isaiah 42:6
His prophecy
Joseph and Mary marveled
Another encounter with a prophetic word
Angels, Elizabeth, Shepherds
Jesus is the Messiah, but all will not receive.
Many will rise and fall
Hearts of many revealed
Mary and Joseph will also suffer
Sword through your own soul
Death of Jesus on cross…spear in side
Anna – 36-38
In the temple
Worshiping, fasting, and praying
Difficult life… YET GIVING THANKS
THE BLESSING OF SEEKING HIM… WE SEEK AND FIND!
Joseph and Mary – vv. 39-40
PERFORMED EVERYTHING ACCORDING TO THE LAW OF GOD
Matthew 2:1-23 – Wisemen come, flee to Egypt
The child grew and God’s favor was upon Him
Fully man – grew as a man
Yet fully God