Sermons on Luke 2:37:

Intentional Pursuit Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Feb 18, 2019

The topic for this message is all about seeking God. The Magi, the shepherds and Simeon and Anna are used as examples of the different ways people found God. While certainly it fits during the Christmas season it could be preached anytime during the year.

INTRODUCTION: (“Seek” Video from sermonspice.com = 1:45) You know, again and again in scripture we find that God reveals himself to those who seek after Him. In fact, God seems to say that there is joy and pleasure in the search for Him. Psalm 70:4: “May all who seek you rejoice and be glad in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Luke 2:8-18, Luke 2:25-38

Denomination: Christian Church

Advent: The Prophets Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 24, 2020

It is no accident or coincidence that Jesus is the Son of God!

Advent: Prophets November 29, 2020 Morning Service First Sunday of Advent Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: It is no accident or coincidence that Jesus is the Son of God! Focus Passage: Luke 2:21-38 Supplemental Passage: but these have been written so that you may ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-38

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Hope In Our Uncertainties Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 5, 2020

Hold on to hope when it's hard to cope.

Note: The idea for this series and the title for the sermon came from Outreach.com. How has 2020 been going for you? It’s been quite a year: a global pandemic, economic recession, unemployment, political division, cultural upheaval, racial tension, record wildfires, floods and Derecho. On top of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-38

Denomination: Baptist

Dedicating Our Children To The Lord

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

We share in Mary and Joseph's desire to give our kids the best possible spiritual foundations

I want all of us who are parents to think back to a time when you presented one of your children for baptism. What was it that you were asking God to do when you brought your child for baptism? Grandparents, if it’s fresher to think about your feelings at the birth of a grandchild, do that. What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Patience And Perseverance (Epiphany 4 Candlemas)

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 6, 2020

The readings of Simeon and Anna speak of Jesus being presented in the temple as a child. Each character are examples of patience and perseverance.

Patience and Perseverance Epiphany 4 Candlemas When I was a kid, my least favorite Church service of the year occurred on Super Bowl Sunday. You see, I grew up in a pastor's home, and my grandfather's church had a Sunday night service every week. I wanted to watch the Super Bowl instead of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Episcopal

Mothers Day - Motherhood And Mary

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 4, 2020

Even the best mothers are concerned with the conflicting currents flowing through them. I am sure that mothers contend with more of a degree of tension when it comes to being a parent, a mother. Then the Lord brought to mind, Mary, the mother of Jesus.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there. This is your special day. But for some reason, when pastors across the country are asked about their Mother’s Day sermon, the largest consensus admits that a Mother’s Day sermon is the hardest of all sermons to put together. I’m not exempt from that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:4-50

Denomination: Baptist

Daily News: Destined For Greatness #6 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 22, 2019

What does the birth have to do with the death? The birth and death of Jesus are both foretold to create a larger impact that we are to share.

There’s a unique tension at this time of year between the celebration of Christ’s birth and the eventuality of his death. It comes directly at us in the scripture which follows the birth narrative. Just 8 days after his birth, a prophecy is spoken about the Messiah that should have had Mary and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anna’s Prayer Of Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 16, 2019

Because eyes that would see God and ears that would hear God, Anna truly did behold her Redeemer and would then announce His redemption.

LUKE 2: 36-38 [Christmas] ANNA’S PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING Luke here reveals Anna’s prayer of thanksgiving to God for the coming of the long-awaited Messiah. I’m sure the previous encounter with Simeon astounded Mary and Joseph, but they had a further sign from God. The truth of Simeon’s words ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-39

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Iq Test

Contributed by Mark Wooley on Dec 17, 2019

This will be interesting to see how much the world has entered our minds of this very important day.

THE CHRISTMAS IQ TEST 12-15-19 1. When did God plan Jesus to come to the earth? A. Genesis 1:1 B. Before Genesis 1:1 C. Genesis 1:15 D. Isaiah 7:14 E. After Adam and Eve sinned F. None of the Above 2. Joseph was originally from… A. Bethlehem B. Nazareth C. Hebron D. Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Simeon: The Cradle And The Cross

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 23, 2019

A sermon built on "God's resolutions" and promises. The holy family keep the Jewish rules for purification. Visited the temple. Simeon for tells the future. Herod seeks to dismantle God's resolutions and fails.

In Jesus Holy Name December 29, 2019 Luke 2:25-32 Christmas I “The Song of Simeon: The Cradle & The Cross” Well, here we are almost at the then end of another year. Do I still say “Merry Christmas” or do I greet you with “Happy New Year”? Liturgically we are still in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-45, Luke 2:21-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Final Wish

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 26, 2019

The following sermon is going to review the song Simeon sung while holding Jesus in the hope that you might see His gifts of peace and salvation as so valuable that you will share His Good News with the world!

Final Wish Luke 2:22-39 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What is that one “BIG” gift that you hope to receive this Christmas? You know the over-the-top expensive item that consumes your thoughts and web browsing history! Maybe for you that is a new car, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Presentation Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 3, 2020

Lessons for Ladies and Gentlemen through Anna and Simeon

I have something for you, ladies and gentlemen-- For the ladies, Anna fasted and prayed. Fasting brings a change in consciousness. Internal dialogue slows down; the mind quiets; deeper longings can be heard. Anna prayed for her nation, testifying to Jesus to Israel “to all who were awaiting the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Catholic

Holy Families Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2018

When families stay together, and pray together, and sing together and learn together, all of society is enriched and strengthened.

Feast of the Holy Family 2018 The wisdom writer Jesus ben Sira is the author of the Book of Sirach, where we get our first reading today. I recall early in my life reading the ten commandments, and also remember that my early sacramental confessions were headlined pretty much the same every couple ...read more

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

Denomination: Catholic

Christmas For All Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 2, 2019

Christmas is one of the most inclusive festivals. The Good news of Great Joy is truly for ALL people on earth.

Christmas for All Diversity and inclusiveness is a buzzword in corporates today. Special efforts are made to ensure that workplaces accommodate all types of people, without any prejudice to race, gender, language, sexual orientation, ethnicity etc. There are laws that forbid discrimination of any ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Trip To The Temple Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Jan 3, 2019

Scrapbooks record significant events in a person's life. This series shows us many firsts in Jesus' life and their significance to us. Jesus' first of many trips to the temple of Jerusalem shows us the saving work of Jesus - yes, even as a baby!

As we come to the close of another year and the embark on the year 2019, it’s only natural for people to take look back at what the last 12 months have all entailed. And maybe you’re thinking, “2018 – what a year it has been!” I certainly feel that way. One year ago, I hade not personally met ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Lutheran