The Advent Files 5 - Simeon

Luke 2:22-35

The Big Idea: The radical measure God takes to redeem creation is the dividing line of all things.

The Humility of Jesus

Exodus 13:2

Leviticus 12:8

Mark 1:4‭‭

The Praise of Simeon

God doesn’t want A people - He wants ALL people

Everything and everyone was made for the glory of God - and He wants it all back!

The Prophecy of Simeon

Jesus brings division to clarify the pathway to peace

Luke 12:49-53

Response:

• Give your life for the glory of God

• Enjoy the certainty of His love and Presence in your life

• Go to war for your Oikos

DISCOVERY BIBLE STUDY

► This week's Passage: Matthew 2:13-18

► Connection questions:

1. What are you thankful for?

2. What is a challenge you are facing?

3. How did you do with last week’s “I will” statement?

► Have at least one member of the group restate the passage in their own words

► Individual answers to five questions:

1. What stands out to you?

2. What does this passage tell us about people?

3. What does this passage tell us about God?

4. Based on the passage, what is one thing I could do differently starting now and what would happen if I did? (each person commits to their action for one week using an “I will…” statement)

5. Who are you going to tell about what you discovered? (each person commits to having that conversation before the next meeting)