On the Sunday after Christmas, we turn our attention to what happened next. In Luke 2:25–35, we meet Simeon—a righteous and devout man who waited his entire life to see God’s promised salvation. Holding the infant Jesus in his arms, Simeon declares a profound truth: salvation is not a thing, but a person.

In this message, we explore Simeon’s character, hope, praise, and prophecy, and we’re reminded that Jesus came not only as Israel’s comfort, but as a light to the Gentiles and the Savior of the world. Whether the past year brought joy or hardship, this passage points us to the sure hope, comfort, and assurance found in Christ alone.