Sermons on simeon held jesus:

Are We Ready To See Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

Simeon and Anna are people who call us to live lives focussed upon God from beginning to end.

By Rev Bill Stewart Who are your role models in the Christian faith? Just before Christmas I received this card from old friends. I have known Kevin and Audrey for almost twenty years now. They were a great support and encouragement to me when I was at theological college and have continued to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Anglican

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 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

The Story Of Simeon - Preparing For Christmas

Contributed by James Tetley on Jul 2, 2007

As we look forward to Christmas what are we searching for - will our eyes discern the Christ who was born as a baby in Bethlehem

Who is excited about tomorrow/ What are you excited about In under 24 hours time the waiting will be over and Christmas will be upon us. And all those presents that you’ve been waiting for and dreaming about can be opened. Every family has different traditions, for example in Jayne’s family ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Simeon's Song Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 23, 2020

God has promised Simeon that Simeon will see the Messiah. This promise is fulfilled when Mary comes to the temple to make an offering for purification. Simeon sings of the great comfort and peace we can all have.

Message Luke 2:22-35 Simeon’s Song Today we are going to look at the last song in our “Advents Song” – this is the Song which Simeon sings. We find it in Luke 2. Lat’s start reading and look firstly at the context of the song Luke 2:22-24 As we read through these verses we see some thing very ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Characters #3 - Simeon Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Dec 28, 2007

Simeon was prepared to meet God - are you?

Christmas Characters #3 – Simeon - 9th December 2007 am The birth of the Messiah was an event that had been anticipated for hundreds of years as it was foretold through the prophets and in the Scriptures. God had promised a Saviour, and He gave that Saviour in a most magnificent way, but so many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Baptist

Simeon's Exemplary Life And Message

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 22, 2003

There are some people in the world who feel they might be too old, too limited or too marginalized to be of much use to God. Simeon is proof positive that God uses anyone who is submitted to the Holy Spirit. This offers great hope, confidence and assuranc

Simeon’s Exemplary Life and Message (Luke 2:25-35) There are some people in the world who feel they might be too old, too limited or too marginalized to be of much use to God. Simeon is proof positive that God uses anyone who is submitted to the Holy Spirit. This offers great hope, confidence ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Simeon And Anna: Anticipation And Recognition Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 23, 2004

A short talk for a Christmas Eve communion service on the anticipation of Simeon and Anna, and how they recongised the fulfillment of their hopes and dreams

Simeon and Anna: Anticipation and recognition. Christmas Eve Communion service 24th Dec 2004. Lk 2:21-40 ANTICIPATION It¡¦s almost Christmas day! - anticipation - bet the kids will be up¡Know or early o have you ever snuck downstairs to look at presents? „X Bike! Find out it¡¦s not for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing A Race With Our Heads Held High

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 20, 2017

Say this, “Preparation is the key.” An admirer of a famous person said, “So how did you become so successful?” The famous person replied, “About 40 years of training and staying committed.” ( Faithfulness and fruitfulness are synonymous.)

Finishing A Race With Our Heads Held High Philippians 3:12-14NKJB Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me. 13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Skies Dark And Waves Rough? Just Be Held!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 25, 2016

You may feel like a tin can in a raging sea, but God will bring what He promised to pass.

Number 23:19 God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good? If you know that God had promised you something you can count on it. If God gave you a vision/mission/calling ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:19

Denomination: Baptist

Skies Dark And Waves Rough? Just Be Held!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 7, 2019

You may be on the Good Old Gospel ship, but she oft sails on stormy seas.

Number 23:19 God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good? If you know that God had promised you something you can count on it. If God gave you a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:19, Numbers 6:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

Held By His Hand Isaiah 41:13 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 17, 2024

Isaiah 41:13 speaks of God's unwavering support and guidance, assuring us in times of fear and uncertainty.

Transformed by Truth: Held by His Hand Isaiah 41:13 Introduction Today, we explore the comforting and transformative truth found in Isaiah 41:13. This verse speaks of God's unwavering support and guidance, offering us assurance in times of fear and uncertainty. Isaiah 41:13 (NLT): "For I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13, Psalm 73:23, 2 Timothy 1:7, Hebrews 13:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mary And The Passion Of Jesus

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Mar 13, 2018

Simeons prediction that, 'A sword will pierce your own soul too' to Mary was to come true time and time again and how it must of hurt. Mary was there and watch the happy, the terrible and horrific moments of her Son ministry but could do nothing.

Mary and the Passion of Jesus The words of Simeon spoken in the temple to Mary: "This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel....and a sword will pierce your own soul too." I wonder what Mary made of this, did she expected it to lead to death on a cross? There she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:29-35

Anticipation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores the themes of patience, prophecy, and the presence of Jesus, as seen in the experiences of Simeon and Anna in Luke 2:22-40. Key

Good morning, beloved. As we gather here today in the warmth of our fellowship and the shared love for our Lord Jesus Christ, let us open our hearts to the Word that will be shared. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Each of us has been called to this place, at this moment, for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: Simeon And Anna, Waiting

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