Read Luke 2:22-39
The days after Jesus' birth were filled with many religious rites and observances. Before returning to Nazareth, Simeon and Anna prophesied about Jesus. They shared that Jesus would reveal the hearts of many. Many will rise and fall because of him. He will bring the redemption of Israel. Joseph and Mary were filled with awe in hearing such powerful statements about their little boy. Such proud new parents. Such heavy responsibilities. Joseph and Mary made it a priority to raise their child God's way. They intended to be obedient in everything God's Law required. This special child was in good hands with this young couple.
Pray today for the parents of many newborns in our church. Pray for them as they seek to live by faith in raising their children God's way. Here are a few to pray for: Doug and Stephanie Jenkins, Seth and Jeanna Lambert, Owen and Heather Henderson, and Williams and Amanda Heath. Many other parents in our church community have little ones and adolescents. Pray for them as they seek to raise the next righteous generation for God.
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