Luke 2:22-38 Dedication at the Temple

Even when you're participating in what is good, it won't always feel good. Mary raised Jesus after being prophesied to by Simeon that the Good news of the Christ was at hand, but that would ultimately come with a deep sorrow, a sword that pierces her heart... Following Christ means sacrifice, but it's worth it—He has overcome the world. His birth was always about His sacrifice for us.