Sermons on Luke 2:27:

Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 1, 2021

What did Simeon mean when he said that Jesus was going to cause the rising and falling of many? [Watch video: https://youtu.be/dl0sCOH54JY]

Scripture Reading: Luke 2:22-32 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Moves The Nations

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 2, 2021

To bring about the birth of Jesus, the Almighty God moved the nations, even the greatest empire the world has ever seen.

Think of what a small event it seemed to be! There was a man, and there was a woman. The woman was but a teenager, pregnant, and ready any day to give birth. This man and woman found themselves far from home, down in the province of Judea, in the town of Bethlehem. While they were there, they ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-5, Luke 2:1-40, Luke 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Do You Answer Jesus?

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 4, 2021

What is our reaction to the Saviour? What do we do with the message of Jesus Christ? That’s a good question for us, who hear and read often about the coming of Jesus in the flesh and about his dying on the cross. So what do we do now? How do treat the message of the gospel?

In this world there are scientists of all kinds. So many people, researching so many areas of knowledge. And among these many scientists, there are those who study human behaviour. They will even conduct social experiments because they want to know why people act and react the way we do. You could ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11, Luke 2:21-40, Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Promise Of Jesus In Simeon

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 30, 2023

Simeon is an old man who is described as “righteous and devout.” What fascinates me about him is his expectancy to see the Christ based entirely on the promise given to him by the Holy Spirit.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org This morning, I want to take you back to a man only mentioned 1 time in the New Testament. Yet he is someone who fascinates me. Simeon is an old man described as “righteous and devout.” What fascinates me about him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Brethren

Christmas According To Simeon Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 11, 2023

In this Christmas sermon, we explore Simeon's Song to the Savior

Christmas According to Simeon (Luke 2:25-32) Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-10-2023 I’m currently reading Geddy Lee, the lead singer of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band Rush, autobiography. The first part is about the history of his family. His mother and father, both ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Family Of Jesus, Mary, And Joseph: A Timeless Model For Modern Families Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 15, 2023

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph serves as a timeless example for families in the current era, offering insightful guidance and motivation for overcoming the challenges of modern life.

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph: A Timeless Model for Modern Families The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph serves as a timeless example for families in the current era, offering insightful guidance and motivation for overcoming the challenges of modern life. The virtues of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 21:1-3, Luke 2:22-40, Colossians 3:12-21

Denomination: Other

La Sagrada Familia De Jesús, María Y José: Un Modelo Atemporal Para Las Familias Modernas Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 16, 2023

La Sagrada Familia de Jesús, María y José sirve como un ejemplo eterno para las familias de la era actual, ofreciendo orientación y motivación perspicaces para superar los desafíos de la vida moderna.

La Sagrada Familia de Jesús, María y José: un modelo atemporal para las familias modernas La Sagrada Familia de Jesús, María y José sirve como un ejemplo eterno para las familias de la era actual, ofreciendo orientación y motivación perspicaces para superar ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 21:1-3, Colossians 3:12-21, Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other

Ang Banal Na Pamilya Nina Hesus, Maria, At Jose: Isang Walang-Panahong Huwaran Para Sa Mga Makabagong Pamilya Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 16, 2023

Ang Banal na Pamilya nina Hesus, Maria, at Jose ay nagsisilbing isang walang hanggang halimbawa para sa mga pamilya sa kasalukuyang panahon, na nag-aalok ng insightful na patnubay at motibasyon para malampasan ang mga hamon ng modernong buhay.

Ang Banal na Pamilya nina Hesus, Maria, at Jose: Isang Walang-panahong Huwaran para sa mga Makabagong Pamilya Ang Banal na Pamilya nina Hesus, Maria, at Jose ay nagsisilbing isang walang hanggang halimbawa para sa mga pamilya sa kasalukuyang panahon, na nag-aalok ng insightful na patnubay at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 21:1-3, Colossians 3:12-21, Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other

Chirstmas Eve: Born To Die

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 19, 2023

Christmas Eve Sermonette focusing on salvation for communion

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE MESSAGE BORN TO DIE LUKE 2:21-32 We are coming to our time of Communion tonight, I would like to share with you a passage of Scripture and a few thoughts. This Scripture and these thoughts will prepare our minds and hearts and emotions well to remember that Jesus was born to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope When Your Future Is Unsure Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Dec 21, 2023

The Christmas story is never complete without a visit to Simeon. He provides the picture of the hope Jesus secures for us by coming into the world.Simeon reminds of us of how Jesus leads us and is our daily hope for tomorrow.

If you were to travel to Israel today by airplane, most likely you would arrive at the Tel Aviv - Ben-Gurion airport and see a 50-meter-long mural that depicts all the famous people in Jewish History. The mural is meant to showcase 4000 years of Jewish History. The mural tells the story of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Hopes And Fears Of All The Years

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 21, 2023

Anna, Simeon

THE HOPES AND FEARS OF ALL THE YEARS (LUKE 2:21-38) The Chinese say, “There is no bigger tragedy than a heart’s death.” Hope is powerful. It’s been said, “Hope sees the invisible, feels the intangible, and achieves the impossible.” The Bible tells us that hope in God does not disappoint: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon # 3 - Going The Wrong Way Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 28, 2024

What is God’s purpose for establishing the church? Are we fulfilling this purpose or running in the wrong direction like Jonah did? As a church may we realize our purpose and fulfill it at all cost.

We read in Jonah 1:3, “But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the LORD. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the LORD.” (ESV) The word of the Lord we saw in the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3, Luke 3:2, Luke 3:7, Luke 3:12, Luke 2:25-32, Luke 2:36-38, Matthew 24:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Servant Of Isaiah 49 In Luke-Acts Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 19, 2024

Part 2 of a rabbit trail exploring how the servant's calling is picked up not just by Jesus, but also by Ananias, Paul and Barnabas, in Acts. We are all to be lights, and "salvation," up to the ends of the earth.

Two weeks ago, we worked our way through Isaiah 49:1-6. When I taught on it, I said that these are the words of God's exilic prophet. The prophet feels like his ministry has been a waste of his time and energy. It's accomplished nothing. And God responds to him, not by arguing with him, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6, Luke 2:25-34, Luke 9:28-36, Acts 22:6-16, Acts 13:44-50  (view more)  (view less)

Looking Forward

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 29, 2023

Two folks in the text look forward to the revealing of the Christ. Let us look forward as well.

Luke 2:22-40 Looking Forward 1. Looking Forward that’s what Simeon and Anna have been doing for years * We look forward to Christmas but Christmas is over * All the pressure preparations, presents its over * Family gatherings are over until another Christmas * Simeon looked forward to see the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Methodist

Simeon: A Lesson In Waiting & Obedience

Contributed by Tj Long Jr on Jan 1, 2024

Simeon and Anna are faithfully waiting but without the obedience of Joseph and Mary, the promises of God would've been delayed. We must be diligent as disciple-makers because to bring people the good news, to bring Jesus to them.

Christmas is over and now we have 358 days until Christmas 2024. If I was a child I’d be a little depressed about having to wait so long Christmas to come back around again. As I was growing up there were many things I felt like I waited on; a girl to like me, for me to be taller, for me to get my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:20-44

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ