Simeon's encounter with the baby Jesus reveals profound truths about faith and recognition. Simeon, a devout man, awaited the Messiah with a promise that he would see the Christ before his death. As he cradles the infant Jesus in his arms, he proclaims that this child is destined for both the falling and rising of many in Israel – a statement that resonates with the dual nature of Jesus' impact even today.Join Pastor Colin as he unpacks Simeon's deeply moving testimony, exploring how this holy encounter reveals the dual responses people have towards Jesus: rising in faith or stumbling in rejection. This Christmas season, reflect on your own response to Jesus and consider the transformative power he holds in your life. Is He the rock upon which you stand firm, or the stone over which you stumble?
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Simeon's Story, Part 1
We're exploring the Christmas story through the eyes of the characters who experienced it firsthand. Today, we journey with Simeon, an elderly man known for his faith, as he experiences the fulfilment of a long-awaited promise. Join us as we dive into Simeon's extraordinary encounter with the Christ child and the profound peace he finds in God's promise of salvation.
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John's Story
Join us for an inspiring episode of "Open the Bible" with Pastor Colin Smith as we embark on a new series, "Christmas Stories." Today, we're diving into "John's Story," exploring the Christmas narrative through the eyes of the Apostle John. Experience the wonder and glory of the birth of Christ and its profound significance, as told by someone who walked alongside Him.
Open the Bible UK presents engaging and accessible Bible teaching from Pastor Colin Smith.
This programme is the radio broadcast also available on our website (www.openthebible.org.uk) and at 7:30pm each weekday evening on Premier Christian Radio.
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