Sermons on Luke 2:39:

Grant Us Wisdom

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Feb 22, 2021

We live in the Information Age, a time in which entire libraries of knowledge are available to us. And that’s a blessing. But as followers of Jesus, let’s also remember that wisdom and understanding are even more crucial to making a difference for God in our generation.

Read Luke 2: 39-52 When I was a young boy, I had what should have been a teachable moment. My mother, siblings and I were just returning home from being out for the afternoon, and as she pulled in the driveway she said, “I want everyone to come straight into the house. We’re going to eat very ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-52

After Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 23, 2021

What happened after the Son of God was born. Events in the household of Joseph and Mary provide a model for us to emulate after Christmas.

“When they had performed everything according to the Law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. And the child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom. And the favor of God was upon him.” [1] We plan for Christmas. We shop, we decorate, we enjoy the music, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-40

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Box Up Jesus Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 26, 2021

The story of Anna in Luke's gospel show us what to do with Jesus after Christmas.

Don’t Box Up Jesus Good morning! Please turn in your Bibles to Luke 2. And let me be the first to wish you a very Happy Boxing Day! That’s right. If we lived in England, Australia, Hong Kong, or Canada, today we would be celebrating Boxing Day. Quick trivia question: What does Boxing Day ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

Individualism And Making Holy Families Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 26, 2021

Individualism, like most isms, is a philosophy of “me, first.” “I don’t care about anything or anybody but me.”

Homily for Feast of the Holy Family Sir 3: 2-7, 12-14; Psalm 127; Col 3: 12-21; Lk 2: 22-40 Version 2 (request that lector read the long version of Colossians) Is any English word so misunderstood today as the key word in Paul’s letter to the church of Colossae? No, I don’t mean the word ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-21, Luke 2:22-40, Malachi 2:16

Denomination: Catholic

Anna, The Prophetess Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 8, 2022

"She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, and then was a widow until she was eighty-four" (Luke 2:36–37). Anna had been married only seven years when she became a widow, and she remained a widow for the rest of her life.

tom lowe 1/8/2022 Anna, the Prophetess Who was Anna the prophetess in the Bible? I am ashamed that I could not answer that question until I researched this article. I have read the Bible from cover to cover, but I must admit I do not recall anything about her. Furthermore, I have never heard a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

Anna, The Prophetess [part 2] Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 8, 2022

As a prophetess, Anna receives insight into things that typically remain hidden to ordinary people; she recognizes this child and tells of his significance to selected people in Jerusalem.

Regarding Anna, Luke provides three terse verses that manage to vividly depict her as a woman deserving the honor bestowed on the elderly in the ancient Mediterranean world (v. 36-38). She could well serve as the Bible's example of a remarkable woman and mother. The appositive prophetess heads ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Joyous Birth Of Jesus SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A festive celebration of the birth of Jesus, as observed by Christians worldwide.

A. The Birth of a King (Prince George) The birth of Prince George, the firstborn son of Prince William and Kate, Duchess of Cambridge, captured the attention of the world. The media frenzy surrounding this event was unprecedented, with reporters scrambling to gather any news about the royal baby. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-40

Topics: Christmas, Nativity

The Gift & His Mission

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 5, 2023

The Gift & His Mission

The Gift & His Mission Scripture: Luke 2:22-40. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, We celebrate our birthdays. We receive gifts and presents from our loved ones. You celebrate your wedding anniversary. You receive gifts and presents from your wife or husband. The gifts or presents ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other

El Don Y Su Misión

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 6, 2023

El don y su misión

El don y su misión Sagrada Escritura: Lucas 2:22-40. Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, Celebramos nuestros cumpleaños. Recibimos regalos y regalos de nuestros seres queridos. Usted celebra su aniversario de boda. Recibe regalos y obsequios de su esposa o ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other

Ang Regalo At Kanyang Misyon

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 6, 2023

Ang Regalo at Kanyang Misyon

Ang Regalo at Kanyang Misyon Banal na Kasulatan: Lucas 2:22-40. Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid, Ipinagdiriwang natin ang ating mga kaarawan. Tumatanggap tayo ng mga regalo at regalo mula sa ating mga mahal sa buhay. Ipinagdiriwang mo ang anibersaryo ng iyong kasal. Nakatanggap ka ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other

"sending Help" Signed -- God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Meade on Dec 10, 2024

Christmas is God's answer to life because the answer to our brokenness couldn't come from this world, the answer had to come from above.

“Sending Help” signed -- God Does anyone here have a birthday right around the holidays? How do you like that? (The Little boy and his prayer for a bike joke) Two weeks before Christmas a little boy had a birthday, and before his birthday came, he prayed, “God please give me a bike on my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What To Do After Christmas

Contributed by David Zachrich on Dec 17, 2024

It has been several days since Christmas and ... we want to keep the spirit of Christ's presence alive and with us always. How can we do that?

It has been several days since Christmas and the sparking tree lights, the happy, excited faces of our children and grandchildren, the simple wonderment of being with families and friends, the joy of singing “Silent Night” together in church as we lit our personal candles and listened again to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Strong Societies, Strong Churches, Built On Strong Families

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 26, 2024

Evil works for his own devious pleasure by separating family, dividing man and woman from each other and parents from their children. Jesus pulls us together into a family,

Feast of the Holy Family 2024 Simeon and Anna knew just as the little family walked into the Temple with their pair of pigeons that something wonderful was going to happen. The human family torn apart by sin was being reconstituted in faith and love. There’s a critical moment in Milton’s Paradise ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-5, Colossians 3:12-21, Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Catholic

God's Perfect Provision Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 26, 2024

This is the 5th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#5] GOD’S PERFECT PROVISION Luke 2:22-40 Introduction: Have you ever faced a situation that you lost all hope? Maybe, you didn’t have enough money to pay the bills, no one could figure out what is wrong with your health, your family and friends forsake you, etc…? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Baptist

Love At First Sight Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 26, 2024

John the Baptist was the Forerunner of Hope. Mary maintained Peace in a difficult calling. Angels proclaimed a time of great Joy for all. Today we want to see the Love that Jesus inspired in others - as an infant and even today.

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT LUKE 2:21-40 Introduction In December we have observed the Advent Themes of Hope, Peace, Joy. -John the Baptist was the Forerunner of Hope -Mary maintained Peace in a difficult calling. -Angels proclaimed a time of great Joy for all. -Today we want to see the Love that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ