Luke 2:1-52

This is the story of the birth of Jesus. I think the main purpose of this passage is to remind us of how God continuously loves us. For example, verses 8-11, God told these shepherds about baby Jesus. If He had not, these shepherds would have continued the rest of their lives the way it has been, most likely full of sin and doubt. So in terms God had mercied these Shepherds with His presence. This story parallels our lives. Is that not true? God gives us trials, but He also mercies us. Life could be a lot worse but God decided it shouldn't be for God often reveals Himself to us in various ways.
In verses 29-32, Simeon says to Jesus:
"Now Lord, You are releasing Your bond-servant to depart in peace,
According to Your word;
For my eyes have seen Your salvation,
Which You have prepared in the presence of all peoples,
A LIGHT OF REVELATION TO THE GENTILES,
And the glory of Your people Israel."
I'm not exactly sure what "releasing bond-servant to depart in peace" means, but I think its saying Jesus loves us so much that He sacrifices Himself to be in flesh, to come down personally and show us the light. "A light of revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of Your people Israel" a light of revelation to the Gentiles... it means He has shown His presence even to nonbelievers so that they may seek the truth. Why? Because He loves us.