Luke includes two early visits of Jesus at the temple. The first time, Simeon declares, "I have seen your salvation...he is the glory of [Israel]." Anna immediately erupts in praise to God. And then she talks to others about how God's rescue has come. At the end of this story - Jesus then makes another pilgrimage to Jerusalem - and this time it's the great festival migration of Passover. Don't miss the foreshadowing of Joseph and Mary's searching for a missing Jesus (3 days later they find him). There, in the temple, Jesus is the focus and the middle of all the instruction. He is asking questions, but He is also answering questions. The relationship of Jesus and the temple will only intensify throughout His ministry.

On This Very Spot

He Is Here

Luke 2:25-49

We want God to open our eyes to see that:

1. We need to look with expectancy.

Luke 2:25-32, 36-38

a. Are you looking for God to show up?

b. Our sense of expectance comes from our confidence in His promises.

2. What you are looking for did not leave.

Luke 2:41-47

a. You could be looking in the wrong places.

b. You can't blame Jesus for where you are. Luke 2:48

c. He does what He says. Luke 2:49