Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against; (Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed. (Luke 2:34-35)I’ve often thought that Simeon prophesied of Mary’s impending pain at the crucifixion of her son Jesus, but recently I thought that maybe he was also prophesying that she would give her own life too for the cause of Christ. The scriptures don't confirm whether this happened or not, but considering her submissiveness to the will of God, it would be characteristic of her to do so.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
A sword shall pierce through thy own soul also
When Jesus was brought to the temple as an eight-day-old infant to be blessed, Simeon spoke these words to Mary:
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I feel Mary did serve faithfully in her son's cause. I am sure she had many moments with the Savior and his followers. Considering her own relationships with Heavenly Father she would have been blessed with a keen insight into the prophecies about her son.
Thanks for sharing these thoughts that I could ponder.
Blessings to you! LeAnn
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