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      Luke 2:34 And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this [child] is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against;

      Our Lord Jesus Christ was a significant Sign to Israel. The prophesies had long before made clear that Israel was to be Tested when the Messiah came. Some would believe and follow Him. Some would reject and crucify Him. Our Lord gave Testimony to this fact when Pilot asked Him, "Art Thou a King?" And His Answer was: "To this end was I born and for this cause came I into the world." Poor Pilot, he had had his evidence, but would not accept it. Where is he? The Sign has been given to our land, also. Where are the multitudes? The same old story will be told again and again.

      Oh Lord, have compassion upon this poor land. Inspire Thy servants to be brave and true in sounding the alarm. Amen.