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  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Your Consolation Has Come

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 2, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
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    From the words of Simeon when he saw Joseph and Mary with baby Jesus in the Temple. Know that at Christmas (1) our consolation has come; and (2) we have all that we need for life.

    Do you look forward to Christmas? Kids love Christmas, because they know many wonderful things happen at Christmas. They will have lots of fun, parties and gifts. We all look forward to Christmas for many different reasons. Some for the bargains you’ll at Christmas sale; others will take it ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Aneel Aranha avatar

    Heart Of The Matter Series

    Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 1, 2021
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    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

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worshiping The Newborn King

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 18, 2017
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    There are several sub-stories within the over-arching birth story of the incarnation. What do these sub-stories have in common? What can we learn from them?

    Please open your Bibles to Matthew 2:1-12 which we will read in a few minutes. Do you love the Christmas story? Not the story about the Grinch or Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer or even The Miracle on 34th Street, but the story of the Son of God. The story that is the fulfillment of prophecies made ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Matthew Rogers avatar

    Christmas Snapshots

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001
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    It is through photographs that my family traces time. Simeon was a man who understood the passage of time - then he met the Messiah! A Christmas Eve devotion.

    Christmas Eve Service 12-24-98 INTRODUCTION (Slides of our family Christmases through the years are shown while I’m talking). Every year at the Christmas celebration in the home of my parents, the camera comes out. It’s somewhat of a running joke among us that our Christmas pictures year ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Destiny Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
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    The story of the holy family and their encounter with Simeon and Anna, demonstrates how we can keep the Spirit of Christmas vital in our lives throughout the year.

    Luke 2: 22-40 “Destiny” INTRODUCTION Christmas 2008 is quickly fading. The radio stations, which have been playing Christmas music since early November, have switched to their normal fare. The paper for all of those brightly wrapped gifts has found its way into the trash. Batteries have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • John Newton avatar

    What’s In A Name?

    Contributed by John Newton on Dec 28, 2023
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    The angel told Joseph to name Mary’s baby “Jesus” for a reason...

    If you were expecting a baby—and you knew it was going to be a boy—what do you think you would name him? Well, in Canada apparently the most popular name for boys right now is Noah, followed closely by Liam and William. (And for the record, the top three girls’ names are Olivia, Emma and ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    The Rest Of Your Life Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
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    Simeon and Anna did not live their senior lives without purpose, they dedicated the rest of their lives to praise God and were blessed for it.

    Simeon and Anna were different from the rest of the older people in the place Jesus was circumcised. Their difference made them stand out, if you would have been looking for it. We must praise; it builds all those God uses. I. Eyes Expecting God’s Promise (25-27) A. His faith changed his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    The Holy Spirit Set Paul And Barnabas Apart

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 20, 2017
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    Acts 13:1-14:28 tells of Paul’s first missionary journey, which he made in the Company of Barnabas; but, in this lesson (Acts 13:1-3), Barnabas and Saul, are Divinely called to take the Gospel to the Gentiles, are set apart and Sent Forth by the Church...

    August 11, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.A.1: The Holy Spirit Set Paul and Barnabas Apart (13:1-3) Scripture (Acts 13:1-3; KJV) 1 Now there were in the church that was at Antioch ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Gowen avatar

    What My Eyes Have Seen Series

    Contributed by Chris Gowen on Dec 29, 2009
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    You can never be the same once you’ve experienced the living Christ. By faith Simeon kept on waiting for the Messiah and one day He got a surprise. There are 5 ways you can know whether you’ve met the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Luke 2:25-35 Place: Jerusalem (vv.21-22) They brought him to Jerusalem. The purpose was to present him to the Lord according to the law of Moses. (v.21) His name was called JESUS , a name given by the angel and this was made clear again on the 8th day of his birth at his ceremonial ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Waiting Room

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Dec 3, 2022
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    Simeon and Anna are great examples of how God works when we faithfully wait on Him. Waiting does not mean stagnation but following the leading of the Word and SPIRIT as we patiently hope for God's fulfilled promise.

    God's Waiting Room I. TEXT: Luke 2:1-38 (NRSV) KEY VERSES: Luke 2:25-38 (NRSV) II. Introduction: Waiting room: a room provided for the use of people waiting to be seen by a doctor or dentist or waiting in a station for a bus or train. Doctors' waiting rooms are often filled with sick ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Waiting

    Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Dec 30, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
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    We have been waiting and watching through November and December. Simeon and Anna, too, were waiting, and now, like these senior saints, our wait is over. Lord, now let Your servants depart in peace; according to Your Word.

    Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Waiting. It seems that for the past couple of months that’s what we have been talking about. During the month of November we spoke of waiting and watching for the final coming of our Lord. We heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    This Might Be Your Day-- New Year's

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 1, 2021
     | 3,039 views

    This is a combination continuation of Christmas and New Year's message. Looking at the lives of David and Simeon, we see how God works through common life events to fulfill his promises in our lives. We have to follow the lead of the Holy Spirit.

    This Just Might Be Your Day January 3, 2021 1 Samuel 17:12-22 Luke 2:21-40 If you are believer, there are going to be situations in which you pray for something to happen, and you will have an assurance that God has said yes, or you may hear God tell you that God is going to do something ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Waiting For Christmas Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 13, 2003
    based on 1,325 ratings
     | 602,344 views

    In the Gospel of Luke, we come across two characters who make their appearance in the final acts of the Christmas drama. One is a man named Simeon; the other is a woman named Anna. They don’t appear in any nativity scenes or in many Christmas cards, but

    Waiting for Christmas Kids have a hard time waiting for Christmas. Here are some actual letters that were written to Santa: Dear Santa Claus, When you come to my house there will be cookies for you. But if you are real hungry you can use our phone and order a pizza to go. Dear Santa, I want a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jenny Franklin avatar

    The Christmas Story - Part 2 - Days 7-13 Series

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 5, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,125 views

    This series gives a thought for each day taking us through the events of the birth and early life of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Part 2 includes Days 7-13

    DAY SEVEN Mary had left Nazareth in a hurry. Three months later she returned, obviously pregnant. Joseph didn’t want to marry this woman who was pregnant by another man. He decided to annul his betrothal. He didn’t want Mary to be killed for being pregnant outside of marriage, so he decided to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Kruschel avatar

    First Trip To The Temple Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Jan 3, 2019
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    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

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    Denomination: Lutheran