Christian Sermons from Calvary Chapel Greenmeadow, North Kingstown, RI

This passage teaches us what we must do to prepare the way for Jesus to come into our lives and how we should live to bear good fruit for Him. This includes being generous and honest. We can only do this if we are continually refilled by the Holy Spirit.

Young Jesus still has lessons for us. For example, when we lose sight of Him, we need to turn back and find where we have left Him. Jesus demonstrates submission to His Heavenly Father and His earthly parents yet Jesus must be about His Father's business.

Lessons from this passage include that we should dedicate our children to the Lord, that God's Spirit does not stop working just because we get old, and that we need to be at peace with God to be able to give ourselves to Him in death.

Jesus came to save us from our sins. His name means, “the Lord saves.” He is Christ Messiah meaning “the anointed one.” He is Lord (King and God) and we humble ourselves before him. He is the Prince of Peace who brings His peace to our hearts.

God wants something from each one of us. It takes time to figure it out, but we have to be listening and that means being quiet. In that quietness, let Him fill your heart with the song He has for you so that you may be a blessing to those in your life.

Mary accepted certain ridicule and scandal to make herself available to God. Are you willing to take the steps necessary to see God’s plans fulfilled in your life? What is your part in the plan of salvation? Who can you serve by saying 'yes' to the Lord?

No matter how old we are, our calling is to be faithful to God. No matter how old we are, we are never too old for God to bless us with something special. No matter how long we have been praying, God can still answer.

The gospel of Luke focuses on Jesus as the Son of Man who came to seek and save the lost.

God gives us what we need to do what he calls us to do. We are all called to follow and to serve him in unique ways. Train your replacement and make good use of your time before you die. Know that when you die you will be called home to heaven.

The image of God holding our hand conveys power and strength. Although we do not know what the future may bring, we know that nothing can snatch us from His hand. Even if it brings struggles, we need not despair because we can rely on His sovereignty.