Sermons on C Epiphany 2:

A Long Journey To Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 2, 2019

What is an epiphany? Are epiphanies common or uncommon? Can we have an epiphany? Let’s examine the glorious and surprising manifestation of God’s power to the Magi, who took a long journey to Christ. Let’s look at Matthew 2:1-12.

What is an epiphany? Are epiphanies common or uncommon? Can we have an epiphany? Let’s examine the glorious and surprising manifestation of God’s power to the Magi, who took a long journey to Christ. Let’s look at Matthew 2:1-12. The Magi Matthew 2:1-2 “Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Thessalonians # 2 (2 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022

In a previous message we learned how Paul brought the gospel message to the Thessalonians.

For three Sabbath days he preached nothing to them but that Christ • Came. • Suffered. • Died. • Rose from the dead. • Was the Son of God. We find that churches are not spiritually strong that are built on a music program, as important as that may be, nor on a youth program, as important as that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did God Reveal Himself To Astrologers?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 6, 2019

What was it about the Magi that we can learn from

Epiphany Mt 2: 1-23 I’d like to look at the Epiphany story this morning Story: The Readers’ Digest once asked this question: Have you ever imagined what would have happened if there had been three wise women instead of three wise men at the Epiphany? They suggested that if there had been three ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Arise And Shine Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 28, 2021

Advent is a celebration of hope concerning the arrival and appearing of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. This message looks at some of the symbolism and prophecies related to Advent. This sermon can also be used for Epiphany.

We just lit the second Advent candle; and so, this morning, I want to take some time to discuss in detail what the season of Advent is all about. But allow me to first begin with an illustration from the Vietnam War era, which was around the 1960’s. This illustration is from someone who was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Our Lord Calls Us

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 12, 2009

Epiphany 5(C) -- Our loving Lord calls us from among all the sinful to go out among all the sinful with God’s forgiveness.

OUR LORD CALLS US (Outline) February 8, 2009 -- EPIPHANY 5 -- Isaiah 6:1-8 INTRO: Today’s verses reveal to the whole world an awesome God. The seraphs declared: "Holy, holy, holy is the LORD Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory." There is no God like this – none! This is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Quest For Power Vs. The Call Of Christ

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jan 5, 2025

Epiphany is not just a moment of clarity; it’s a summons to transformation. Let’s walk through this text with open hearts, asking, What does the birth of Jesus teach us about power, greed, and the true call of leadership?

Sermon Title: The Quest for Power vs. The Call of Christ Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Church, it’s the first Sunday of a brand-new year, and God has a message for us: Pay attention. Paying attention to what’s right in front of us—what’s under our noses—can be a life-changing act. We just wrapped the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Finding Freedom From Your Strongholds Of Sin Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 20, 2023

Based on 2 Cor. 10:1-6 - Challenges hearers to demolish the strongholds of sin in their lives.

“FINDING FREEDOM FROM YOUR STRONGHOLDS OF SIN” 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 FBCF – 2/19/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Martin Luther wrote these triumphant words in 1527: “A mighty fortress is our God A bulwark never failing Our Helper He amid the flood Of mortal ills prevailing.” But most of us feel like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Coordinates

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 15, 2021

In order to fully understand Jesus' identity, we need to witness more than just his divinity; we need to encounter Jesus our savior, who died on the cross and rose from the dead.

February 14, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 9:2-9 Divine Coordinates Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Outdoor activities have grown in popularity with the onslaught of COVID-19. One of those nature ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Lutheran

"looking For God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 3, 2020

A sermon for Epiphany Sunday.

“Looking for God” Matthew 2:1-12 Today is Epiphany, according to the Christian calendar. Now what do we mean by that? Epiphany, really is that same word, as in, “Wow. I just realized something I had never thought of before. I’ve had an epiphany.” It’s a realization, a revelation, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Love Forsaken

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Mar 1, 2004

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Lent Series C

2nd Sunday of Lent Luke 13:31-35 Love Forsaken "At that very hour some Pharisees came, and said to him, "Get away from here, for Herod wants to kill you." And he said to them, "Go and tell that fox, ’Behold, I cast out demons and perform cures today and tomorrow, and the third day I finish my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Only Jesus, For Us

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 3, 2007

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Lent, Series C

2nd Sunday in Lent, March 4, 2007, “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, how easy it is for us to falter and fail to live our lives according to your will. Even when we strive with the best of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Perspective Makes A Difference

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 5, 2009

A Sermon for the 2nd Sunday of Advent, Series C

2nd Sunday of Advent December 6, 2009 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Come, Lord Jesus, come. Come, O living Word from heaven, and through the power of the Holy Spirit, lead us into a living relationship with you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Would Not Be Deterred

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 27, 2010

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Lent, Series C

2nd Sunday in Lent, February 28, 2010, “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, during these forty days of Lent, enable us to see all the ways that we have forsaken you, have turned away ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Luke Gives Us A Unigue Perspective On The Gospel Series

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Dec 5, 2006

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday in Advent, series C

2nd Sunday in Advent - December 10, 2006 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through the power of your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your word, that we might hear it with relevance in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

What Are You Doing Here, Elijah?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 14, 2025

For 2nd Sunday after Pentecost, year c

What are You Doing Here, Elijah? 1 Kings 19:1–18 NKJV And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, also how he had executed all the prophets with the sword. Then Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “So let the gods do to me, and more also, if I do not make your life as the life of one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18, 1 Kings 19:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible