Sermons on Luke 2:47-52:

Fulfilling Our Ministry Call

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 4, 2024

Jesus knew that God’s plan for Him and His human parents was to grow in wisdom and grace, and to be obedient to them as He was to His heavenly Father.

Saturday of the 9th week in Course 2024 There are only a few precious stories in Scripture about the childhood of Christ, mostly like this one in Luke’s Gospel. We know that Joseph and his family were devout Jews, even going up annually to Jerusalem to celebrate Passover. It’s important to know how ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8, Luke 2:41-51

Denomination: Catholic

The Connection Between Favour And Destiny Helpers Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 11, 2025

Favour is an essential force in fulfilling destiny. Without it, life can be full of struggles, but when God’s favour is upon a person, helpers will arise from unexpected places.

THE CONNECTION BETWEEN FAVOUR AND DESTINY HELPERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 2:15-17 "Now when the turn of Esther, the daughter of Abihail the uncle of Mordecai, who had taken her for his daughter, was come to go in unto the king, she required nothing but what Hegai the king’s ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:15-17, Proverbs 3:3-4, Psalm 5:12, Genesis 39:21, 1 Samuel 16:22, Luke 2:52  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seeking Jesus In The Temple

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 14, 2025

Luke 2

SEEKING JESUS IN THE TEMPLE (LUKE 2:39-52) I was a teenager when the Billy Graham crusade came to Singapore in 1978. The older leaders and advisers to the young people drove seven hours, taking us students in several cars across the border to attend the event. We were ecstatic. For many of us, it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Going Home Without Jesus

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

One of the greatest tragedies in life is to journey without Jesus.

GOING HOME WITHOUT JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 2:41-50 "And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him." – Luke 2:45 Supporting Texts: Mark 8:36, John 15:5, Revelation 3:20, Matthew 25:1-12, Luke 24:31-32 INTRODUCTION: One of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-50

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Joseph (Earthly Father Of Jesus) - Husband Of Mary Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus, was a man of righteousness, obedience, faith, and humility. Though he played a background role, his impact was crucial in God’s redemptive plan.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JOSEPH (EARTHLY FATHER OF JESUS) - HUSBAND OF MARY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 1:18-25 "Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife." (Matthew 1:24) Supporting Texts: Luke 1:26-27, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-27, Matthew 2:13-23, Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don’t Be A Lost Sheep (Bible Study) – What Is A Lost Sheep? Series

Contributed by Christi Campione on Sep 11, 2025

How not to be a lost sheep and looking at the Bible as God’s Plan.

Download Sermon PDF for easy reading and printing: https://myprayernotebook4life.wordpress.com/sermon-pdfs/ Password: SermonCentral (If you are the pastor, start praying ahead of the series about assigning jobs in the church. Your congregation is called by God to work in the church. As they start ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7, Matthew 15:24, Matthew 21:28-32, 1 Kings 13:6-22, Luke 2:41-50  (view more)  (view less)

A Martyr For A Cause – Charlie Kirk Assassinated Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 19, 2025

Tragically in September 2025 a young Christian leader was assassinated in the USA. This message looks into that and uses quotes from Charlie Kirk’s wife, Erica. It is so sick that certain elements of demonic belief are rejoicing that a Christian man was murdered. This world gets worse.

A MARTYR FOR A CAUSE – CHARLIE KIRK ASSASSINATED I know much has been written about the tragic death of Charles Kirk and I do not want this to be a copycat message. Almost overwhelmingly, there have been expressions of grief and condolences but reprehensively, there have been those who delight in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:20, Psalm 116:15, Luke 2:49, Matthew 19:4-6, Hebrews 9:27, Revelation 11:7-10, Luke 23:46, Acts 7:59  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No One Can Stand Against Us

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 16, 2025

God was with Joshua just as He was with Moses. God blessed Joshua and made him a great leader because of the qualities God saw and approved in him. If we live the way Joshua did and God is for us, no one can stand against us too all the days of our lives.

For our meditation today we will look at Joshua 1:5, “No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life. Just as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you or forsake you.” (ESV) These are the words of God to Joshua. The Lord told Joshua that no one would be ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:5, Exodus 24:13, Exodus 33:11, Exodus 17:9-10, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Luke 2:51, John 6:66-68, 1 Kings 19:19, 2 Kings 3:11, 2 Kings 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Understanding And Walking In Divine Favour

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

Divine favour is the supernatural grace of God that positions a person for blessings, promotions, and breakthroughs beyond human ability and effort.

UNDERSTANDING AND WALKING IN DIVINE FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 5:12 "For thou, Lord, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield." Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:3-4, Luke 2:52, Genesis 39:21, Esther 2:17, 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:12, Proverbs 3:3-4, Luke 2:52, Genesis 39:21, Esther 2:17, 2 Corinthians 9:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Child Who Pleases The Father

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Jun 17, 2025

t is not without reason that, as parents, we feel immense joy when we see our children grow up and love God.

A Child Who Pleases the Father It is not without reason that, as parents, we feel immense joy when we see our children grow up and love God. On the other hand, we feel sadness when we see our children living in disorder. One Bible verse that is often referenced about a child who pleases the Father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living A Balanced Christian Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025

Living a balanced Christian life requires intentionality, not accident. It involves prioritising God without neglecting your mind, body, and relationships.

LIVING A BALANCED CHRISTIAN LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 2:52 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1, 3 John 1:2, Matthew 6:33, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Colossians 3:17 INTRODUCTION: A balanced Christian life is one that harmonises spiritual growth with physical, emotional, social, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Feast Of The Holy Family Of Jesus, Mary And Joseph, Year C

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 2, 2024

The Basilica of the Holy Family in Barcelona, is of a fantastical design: God’s perfect design is the nuclear family: A father, a mother, and children, which maybe even includes extended family like a grandparent.

There was a very poorly dressed woman and her young daughter looking into one of the beautiful department store display windows in the festive downtown area of a large city during Christmas time. They were looking at a manger scene, but here was the Virgin Mary dressed in rich diamonds and other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Catholic

The Original Home Alone

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 13, 2024

Jesus was left behind at His Father's House by Mary and Joseph after the Festival. How often do we leave Jesus behind as well? Why did Jesus stay behind? Find out.

12.29.24 Luke 2:41–52 (EHV) 41 Every year his parents traveled to Jerusalem for the Passover Festival. 42 When he was twelve years old, they went up according to the custom of the Festival. 43 When the days had ended, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Lutheran

Growing In God's Purpose: Jesus' First Recorded Words

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 23, 2024

Luke chapter 2, verses 41 to 52. These verses capture Jesus at the age of twelve, an age filled with curiosity, growth, and exploration—both physically and spiritually. In this brief passage,

Introduction Good morning, beloved congregation. Today, we gather to dive into the scriptures that highlight a pivotal moment in the early life of Jesus. Our text comes from Luke chapter 2, verses 41 to 52. These verses capture Jesus at the age of twelve, an age filled with curiosity, growth, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Methodist

The Gifts Of The Spirit

Contributed by Brady Boyd on May 15, 2025

What is a spiritual gift?

The Gifts of the Spirit May 18, 2025 What is a spiritual gift? The Holy Spirit at work through us to glorify Jesus and to help people 1 Corinthians 12:1, 4-11 NIV “Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be ignorant. 4 There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit. 5 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Luke 2:46-48, Luke 2:52, John 4:16-18, John 16:13, Hebrews 11:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational