Sermons on Luke 2:36-40:

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

Anna - Always Faithful Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024

Anna was a prophetess that received insight not available to others.

A. INTRODUCTION “Anna, a prophet, was also there in the Temple. She was the daughter of Phanuel from the tribe of Asher, and she was very old. Her husband died when they had been married only seven years. Then she lived as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the Temple but stayed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

Women In Ministry - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jan 5, 2024

This is the final lesson in this series.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, Genesis 1:26-28, Luke 10:38-42, Luke 2:36-38, Acts 2:1-4, Acts 2:37-38, Acts 9:36, Acts 16:14-15, Acts 21:8-9, Acts 18:24-26, Romans 16:1-2, 1 Corinthians 1:12-13, Galatians 3:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Defining Moment

Contributed by Gina Krause on Jan 15, 2024

Jesus: The Defining Moment From Boy to Man  When did Jesus realize that he was different than other children? Did he always know that he was the Son of God? Did he speak even as a baby… did he just have the knowledge?

Jesus: The Defining Moment From Boy to Man ? When did Jesus realize that he was different than other children? Did he always know that he was the Son of God? Did he speak even as a baby… did he just have the knowledge? ? We know that baby Jesus was consecrated to God after his birth….But ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-51

Case Study 4 - Anna -The Female Evangelist Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 26, 2025

Case Study 4: Anna: The Female Evangelist. Luke chapter 2 verses 36-38 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Insight #1. Prophetess (vs 36a). Insight #2. Daughter (vs 36b) Insight #3. Widow (vs 36c-37). Insight #4. Witness (vs 38). SERMON BODY: Ill: • When you plant a Chinese bamboo tree, • You will need to water it, nurture it, and fertilize it every day. • But nothing will happen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Brethren

Homecoming To The Temple

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 30, 2025

Joseph and Mary brought their newborn Jesus into the Temple for a solemn ceremony.

Homecoming Today’s feast is a commemoration of the wonderful moment when Jesus, the Messiah and Son of God, comes home to the Temple at Jerusalem. Homecoming is a wonderful moment in life. I recall decades ago, flying into our South Texas airport after a one-week training session, and my whole ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Hebrews 2:14-18, Malachi 3:1-4, Psalm 24:7-10

Denomination: Catholic

The Presentation Of Christ In The Temple (B C P).

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 1, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 48:1-7, Malachi 3:1-5, Galatians 4:1-7, Luke 2:22-40. A). PRAISING THE BEAUTY OF HOLINESS. Psalm 48:1-7. This psalm begins with a simple statement of fact: “Great is the LORD” and, because of the greatness of the LORD, He is “greatly to be praised” (PSALM 48:1a). Where is the LORD to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 48:1-7, Malachi 3:1-5, Galatians 4:1-7, Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Candlemas, The Story Of Simeon, How Can We Prepare For Death?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Mar 12, 2025

Candlemas helps us prepare for death, but it also helps us in life, especially when things go wrong, in fact it can be quite restorative, and even satisfying if we see the hidden gems within.

This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity Church in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 2nd February 2025 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). “Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Malachi 3:1-4

Denomination: Episcopal

La Candelaria, La Historia De Simeón, ¿cómo Podemos Prepararnos Para La Muerte?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Mar 12, 2025

La Candelaria nos ayuda a prepararnos para la muerte, pero también nos ayuda en la vida, especialmente cuando las cosas salen mal. De hecho, puede ser muy restauradora e incluso satisfactoria si vemos las joyas que escondemos en ella.

Introducción: Hoy es domingo 2 de febrero, día en que celebramos la festividad de la “Presentación de Jesús nuestro Señor”. Nosotros, los episcopales (o anglicanos), estamos más familiarizados con el término Candelaria, donde tradicionalmente se bendecían ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Malachi 3:1-4

Denomination: Episcopal

The Benefits Of Fasting And The Consequences Of Not Abstaining Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jan 24, 2023

The Bible has from the Old and the New Testaments, verses that speak about fasting, and why people ought to fast, but there is a need to understand this topic of "fasting".

The benefits of fasting and the consequences of not abstaining Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel; January 24, 2023 Reading verse: “and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.” Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Your Christmas Stolen?

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 24, 2023

Exhale! The Lord has this! Christmas Eve Service

The birth of Jesus the Messiah Isaiah 9 Introduction- Good Morning… I am glad that you are joining us this morning and pray that the Lord blesses you and speaks to you! You know in 2020, we were all forced to do things we did not want to do. We had to adapt to the fact that Covid-19 had changed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-38

Denomination: Nazarene

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