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13 mins read|01/05/25
Gospel: Luke 2:40-52 (Christmas 2: Series C)
While it is true Jesus was much more than a teacher, it is equally true that He was nothing less, which suggests a sermon on this text might explore Jesus’ teaching ministry; both then and now. -
23 mins read|12/29/24
Gospel: Luke 2:22-40 (Christmas 1: Series C)
God often uses the ordinary to accomplish something extraordinary. -
15 mins read|12/25/21
Gospel: Luke 2:40-52 (Christmas 2: Series C)
The episode of the boy Jesus in the Temple raises questions. It raised questions for Mary (and Joseph) and it raises questions for us. -
11 mins read|12/19/21
Gospel: Luke 2:22-40 (Christmas 1: Series C)
Luke does not say much else about Anna, especially in comparison to Simeon. But the fact that he mentions her suggests she has something to teach your hearers today. -
12 mins read|12/23/18
Gospel: Luke 2:22-40 (Christmas 1: Series C)
But here we are again on the other side of a Christmas celebration. This inevitably involves a sense of let-down, even for preachers (Warning: Do not check the attendance numbers this coming Sunday). If Christmas is as significant as we say, it is worth reflecting with your hearers on what comes next. What is on the other side of Christmas?
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Luke 2:22-40 – Presentation of Our Lord (C)
On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss the song of Simeon from Luke 2. -
Luke 2:40-52 – Christmas 2 (C)
On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss Christ's adolescent visit at the temple where his parents leave him behind by accident. -
Luke 2:22-40 – Christmas 1 (C)
On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss the dedication of Christ at the temple.
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