Sermons on C Epiphany 2:

Sermon On Gracious Acceptance

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 1, 2022

Gracious Acceptance is said to receive something in a polite or kind manner.

Alexander “Sandy” McCall Smith, a British writer once remarked: “Gracious acceptance is an art – an art which most never bother to cultivate. We think that we have to learn how to give, but we forget about accepting things, which can be much harder than giving…. Accepting another person’s gift is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10, Colossians 3:15-20, Romans 11:29, Hebrews 12:28

The Dawning Of The Light.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 29, 2022

The true light had arisen in the midst of great darkness.

THE DAWNING OF THE LIGHT. Isaiah 9:1-4. The prospect at the end of Isaiah 8 was one of ‘trouble and darkness, dimness of anguish’ (cf. Isaiah 8:22). But now there is a “Nevertheless” (Isaiah 9:1). The darkest night is followed by the dawn. The dimness is vanquished, and affliction replaced by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2 Corinthians Part 2

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 5, 2025

NASB, footnotes from biblegateway.com

Paul Reveals His Heart 7 Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. WE HAVE TO DO IT OURSELVES. 2 Make room for us in your hearts; we wronged no one, we corrupted no one, we took advantage of ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Fishing

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 17, 2005

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday after the Epiphany The call of the first 4 disciples

3rd Sunday after the Epiphany MATTHEW 4:12-23 "Fishing" When Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, he returned to Galilee. 13Leaving Nazareth, he went and lived in Capernaum, which was by the lake in the area of Zebulun and Naphtali&endash; 14to fulfill what was said through the prophet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Session #2 "Why We Exist As A Church?" Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

Sermon Series I preach when our Church went through Rick Warren's C.L.A.S.S. Christian Life And Service Seminars Thanks to Rick Warren for the Foundation of this Sermon Series

1 Corinthians 1:10 "Let there be real harmony among you so there won't be any split in the church. I plead with you to be of one mind, united in thought and purpose." (LB) Question: Why does Calvary exist as a church? Matthew 5:13-16 Calvary's Vision: Loving God, Loving Others and Serving the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

2 Chronicles Part 2

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Feb 25, 2024

NASB

Solomon’s Activities and Accomplishments 8 Now it came about at the end of the twenty years in which Solomon had built the house of the Lord and his own house 2 that he built the cities which Huram had given to [a]him, and settled the sons of Israel there. 3 Then Solomon went to Hamath-zobah and ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

2nd Sunday Of Advent, Year B. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 28, 2023

DECEMBER 10th, 2023.

Isaiah 40:1-11, Psalm 85:1-2, Psalm 85:8-13, 2 Peter 3:8-15, Mark 1:1-8 A). COMFORT YE… Isaiah 40:1-11. We have before us a passage which may well be familiar to us: yet please do not allow its very familiarity to breed contempt. This is a little Gospel, a sort of proto-Gospel written by the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11, Psalm 85:1-2, Psalm 85:8-13, 2 Peter 3:8-15, Mark 1:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2nd Sunday Of Easter, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 27, 2023

APRIL 12th, 2026.

Acts 2:14, Acts 2:22-32, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Peter 1:3-9, John 20:19-31. A). AN INAUGURAL ADDRESS FOR THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH. Acts 2:14a, Acts 2:22-32. This is the second part of Peter’s address at Pentecost. In the first part (Acts 2:14-21), the Apostle, speaking on behalf of ‘the eleven’ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14, Acts 2:22-32, Psalm 16:1-11, 1 Peter 1:3-9, John 20:19-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making A Difference 2 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 28, 2022

Tonight we want to look again at HOW WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH OUR LIFE.

Notice again, these words, “And of some have compassion MAKING A DIFFERENCE…” There are some folks that have deep feelings for the things of God. That word “compassion” here has to do with WORDS and ACTIONS. You can tell some people love the Lord by the way they TALK and LIVE. • The Pastor can ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Best Light

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 27, 2014

Jesus sheds light on our sin but also highlights God's love for us.

I’ve been obsessed with light lately. First there was the track light in the kitchen that kept burning out until Rob discovered that I probably hadn’t screwed the bulbs in correctly. And then there were the blinking lights on the router and modem for my computer. Blink. Blink. Blink, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Hope For A New Year

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Jan 4, 2010

Facing a new year we can learn from how the Magi visited Jesus

It is disheartening when someone you’ve respected in their chosen field ends up being nothing more than a lost soul. John Antrobus, a playwright and author, shared a Christmas he spent with Peter Sellers in a December 27 article. He got a call in 1977 inviting him to come over Christmas Day. During ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

King For Now, King Forever

Contributed by David Roth on Jan 5, 2019

The magi found the Savior and saw a king. We see our King, and find a Savior.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “King for now, King forever” Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. You know well the story of Epiphany. How the wise men ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ Came For All Of Us

Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 22, 2015

The wise men represent us in God’s plan. They represent everyone who sets out in search of a king and finds the son of God. They gave Jesus the most precious material gifts they had and each and every one of us can give him something even better-ourselves

Today we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany. We remember the visit of the three wise men, but we also remember that Jesus came into the world for everyone-Jews and Gentiles, rich and poor, upper class people and lower class people, humble shepherds and wise men and so on. It is also a happy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Now Is The Time Of God's Favor

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 26, 2006

Epiphany 3(C) - Now is the time of God’s favor and the day of salvation since the Lord provides his divine freedom so that our lives can proclaim God’s forgiveness.

ISAIAH 61:1-6 - Epiphany 3 - January 22, 2006 (Outline) INTRO: Today the Lord is going to try to teach us how to live in the present, the here and now. In our society the present is often overlooked. In our lives we may be too busy living to pay attention to the present, as we ought. At times ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

2 Gates, 2 Trees, 2 Foundations Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 29, 2007

The entry points of faith, the results of the faith choice, and the solid and enduring life that is built on faith.

Options, choices, alternative, opportunities! The richness of life is found in these. Part of what makes a trip to the ice cream shop a delight is choosing between cinnamon drop vanilla, chocolate fudge swirl, and oreo crunch mint for your ice cream cone. Everyone of us makes dozens of choices ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God