Walking with Jesus:
“We Have Seen God’s Salvation”
Luke 2:21-38

I. We see God’s salvation as we live

lives. (vs 21-24)

1. They show their righteousness by obedience to the angel’s

Reveal Answer

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“She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21

2. They show their righteousness by obedience to

Reveal Answer

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II. We see God’s salvation as He works through

. (vs 25-35)

1. We see it in Simeon’s

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2. We see it in Simeon’s

Reveal Answer

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Romans 1:16
3. We see it in the Gospel’s

Reveal Answer

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John 3:19

III. We see God’s salvation in the

of His people. (vs 36-38)

1. Anna- the
   Reveal Answer
2. Anna- the
   Reveal Answer

LET’S GO DEEPER:
1. Simeon prophesied Jesus would be a “sign that is opposed.” What were ways that Jesus experienced opposition in his life and what ways do people oppose him even now?

2. Vs 34-35 are spoken directly to Mary. What was going to be the effect of Jesus’ ministry on different groups of people? To Mary? Did this happen?

3. Have you seen opposition to Jesus and his church cause trouble in your life? In what way(s)? Does the Bible have anything to say about this?

4. Think about older people you know who are gracious and happy like Anna, and those who are angry and grumpy. How can we avoid becoming cranky and bitter as we age?

5. What do Simeon and Anna do in their waiting and how can I apply their example to my own life? What does waiting patiently for Jesus look like practically in day to day living?