Luke 2

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¹And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Cæsar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed.

1 sermon on Luke 2:1

“Now, let's go back to Luke 2:1-20.”
Appearing and Coming # 2Lee Vayle, March 9, 1980

²( And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.)

³And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city.

⁴And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judæa, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:)

3 sermons on Luke 2:4

“Now all Christianity understands Lk 2:4-7, because we’re dealing with God manifest in human form and this human form being born.”
Christmas Message 1983Lee Vayle, December 28, 1983. Names it 2 times.
“Now then, let us learn this: If Jesus had total recall, which he evidently did, and his history is Hebrews 5: 5-11, and 12: 1-2, -- enduring unto blood, then add to it Luke 2: 4-7.”
Who Is This Melchisedec #27Lee Vayle, November 20, 1988
“See now, let us learn this: if Jesus had total recall, which he evidently did, and His history is Hebrews 5: 5-11, which I read, and then Hebrews 12: 1-2 and he suffered, then you add to it Luke 2: 4-7.”
Who Is This Melchisedec #28Lee Vayle, December 4, 1988

⁵To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child.

⁶And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered.

1 sermon on Luke 2:6

“And in Lk 2:6-35, we find Simeon, acknowledging this child and literally dedicating him to Isaiah 53.”
Facts of Our Faith #3Lee Vayle, February 10, 1991

⁷And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

2 sermons on Luke 2:7

“Now I want to take a text out of there tonight, or not from there, but out of the same story in St. Luke 2:7.”
God's Wrapped GiftWilliam Branham, December 25, 1960
“Let's go to Luke 2: 7-14.”
Paradox #5Lee Vayle, April 1, 1984

⁸And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.

1 sermon on Luke 2:8

“Jehovah was coming up through the earth and in the prescribed channels, as it says in Lk 2:8-11 … let’s go look at it:”
Trees, Books & Fountains #13Lee Vayle, August 6, 1989

⁹And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.

¹⁰And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.

3 sermons on Luke 2:10

“The Book of Luke 2:10-11”
Godhead # 2Lee Vayle, March 3, 1968
“Luke 2: 10-11, here is the birth of Christ and the angel telling the shepherds all about it.”
Godhead # 1Lee Vayle, January 11, 1970
“All right, notice what the angels also said, and you see what they said also over in the Book of Lk 2:10-12.”
Covenants #14Lee Vayle, November 15, 1989

¹¹For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.

1 sermon on Luke 2:11

“Luke 2:11 says, “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, Which is Christ the Lord.””
An Exposition Of The Seven Church AgesWilliam Branham

¹²And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

¹³And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,

2 sermons on Luke 2:13

“Of course, there was a time two thousand years ago when angelic messengers in Lk 2:13, brought greetings of peace and good will, as God’s Only-begotten Son was born on earth; but now at the end of this age, the messenger, Rev 10:7, an earthly messenger brings us the message of peace from the King Himself, Melchisedec, King of Salem, Who is here in the form of the Holy Ghost in a Pillar of Fire at a time called the Appearing, fulfilling 1 Th 4:16: “For the Lord has descended with a Shout.””
Shalom #10Lee Vayle, April 9, 1989
“Today, now, is the Omega of Lk 2:13-14.”
Shalom #22Lee Vayle, May 31, 1989. Names it 3 times.

¹⁴Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.

¹⁵And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us.

¹⁶And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger.

¹⁷And when they had seen it , they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child.

1 sermon on Luke 2:17

“Now listen to me, what has happened since Luke 1:35, which brought forth the Son of God in flesh, and Luke 2:17-21, it is now not the dove leading the Lamb, but it is the dove on the wolf.”
Q&A #8 Placing the Male and FemaleLee Vayle, June 21, 1992

¹⁸And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds.

¹⁹But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart.

²⁰And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them.

²¹And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb.

²²And when the days of her purification according to the law of Moses were accomplished, they brought him to Jerusalem, to present him to the Lord;

²³(As it is written in the law of the Lord, Every male that openeth the womb shall be called holy to the Lord;)

²⁴And to offer a sacrifice according to that which is said in the law of the Lord, A pair of turtledoves, or two young pigeons.

²⁵And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.

16 sermons on Luke 2:25

“And just for a short time to speak to you before forming the prayer line, Saint Luke the 2nd chapter, beginning with the 25th verse… When I look down upon the Bible, I have a small print here, a Scofield Bible.”
ExpectationWilliam Branham, April 5, 1950
“Now, in Luke the 2nd chapter and beginning with the 25th verse…And I’ll try to start the prayer line just exactly at nine-thirty, if the Lord willing.”
ExpectationsWilliam Branham, August 10, 1950
“And so, in the 2nd chapter of St. Luke, beginning with the 25th verse, just to read just a few verses and then pass a few comments and then to call our prayer line… Tomorrow night after the main line is — one of the lines are over, I’m going to have a ministerial night.”
ExpectationsWilliam Branham, May 7, 1951
“I wish to read a little Scripture here in the 2nd chapter of Luke, 25th verse.”
ExpectationsWilliam Branham, May 7, 1953
“Found in Luke, the 2nd chapter, the 25th verse, beginning:”
ExpectancyWilliam Branham, November 8, 1953
“Over in the Gospel of Luke, the 2nd chapter the 25th verse, I want to read just a little portion of Scripture.”
ExpectationWilliam Branham, February 20, 1954

See all 16 sermons on Luke 2:25

²⁶And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord’s Christ.

2 sermons on Luke 2:26

“Now, tonight I want to speak on a subject…First I want to read to you a verse out of the Scripture found in Saint Luke the 2nd chapter, the 26th verse.”
ExpectationWilliam Branham, February 7, 1961
“All right, so He's the Light, the exact exegesis of this is Lk 2:26-32.”
Presence #8Lee Vayle, June 10, 1981

²⁷And he came by the Spirit into the temple: and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him after the custom of the law,

²⁸Then took he him up in his arms, and blessed God, and said,

1 sermon on Luke 2:28

“Luke 2:28, then verse 35, concerning Simeon.”
Godhead # 1Lee Vayle, March 3, 1968

²⁹Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, according to thy word:

3 sermons on Luke 2:29

“And we can say, "Now Lord that we've seen You, let's go to the Tree of Life, because this is not a matter of death.”
Ephesians # 4Lee Vayle, May 24, 1981

See all 3 sermons on Luke 2:29

³⁰For mine eyes have seen thy salvation,

7 sermons on Luke 2:30

“Luke 2: 30-32 again.”
Pre Rapture Revelation of Jesus ChristLee Vayle, February 5, 1978
“Now, that's what we saw in Luke 2:30-32.”
The Revelation of Jesus ChristLee Vayle, January 14, 1979. Names it 3 times.
“Well look… in Luke 2:30.”
Appearing and Coming # 1Lee Vayle, February 4, 1980
“And over in Luke 2:30-32.”
Appearing and Coming # 2Lee Vayle, March 9, 1980
“Lk 2:30.”
Presence #7Lee Vayle, June 3, 1981. Names it 2 times.
“Everybody as far as God saw, saw It right there.”
Presence #9Lee Vayle, June 17, 1981

See all 7 sermons on Luke 2:30

³¹Which thou hast prepared before the face of all people;

³²A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel.

3 sermons on Luke 2:32

“And It's over here in Luke 2:32.”
The Revelation of Jesus ChristLee Vayle, January 14, 1979. Names it 3 times.
“Lk 2:32.”
Presence #12Lee Vayle, July 15, 1981. Names it 3 times.

³³And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.

³⁴And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against;

1 sermon on Luke 2:34

“Now, we go back to Luke 2:34-35.”
The Revelation of Jesus ChristLee Vayle, January 14, 1979

³⁵(Yea, a sword shall pierce through thy own soul also,) that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.

1 sermon on Luke 2:35

“But here's where they are: Mt 10:26, 11:25,27, 16:17 - Lk 2:35, 10:21,22, 12:2, 17:30.”
Presence #12Lee Vayle, July 15, 1981

³⁶And there was one Anna, a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Aser: she was of a great age, and had lived with an husband seven years from her virginity;

³⁷And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.

³⁸And she coming in that instant gave thanks likewise unto the Lord, and spake of him to all them that looked for redemption in Jerusalem.

³⁹And when they had performed all things according to the law of the Lord, they returned into Galilee, to their own city Nazareth.

⁴⁰And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him.

1 sermon on Luke 2:40

“Now, we all know the Book of Luke 2:40, which we'll do right here, Now, It said,”
His Resurrection Proves His DeathLee Vayle, April 4, 1972

⁴¹Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover.

1 sermon on Luke 2:41

“Luke 2: 41-52.”
Who Is This Melchisedec #27Lee Vayle, November 20, 1988

⁴²And when he was twelve years old, they went up to Jerusalem after the custom of the feast.

1 sermon on Luke 2:42

“Then he grew up as a child, any child grows to manhood, in Lk 2:42 and 52.”
Christmas Message 1983Lee Vayle, December 28, 1983

⁴³And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it .

⁴⁴But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day’s journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.

⁴⁵And when they found him not, they turned back again to Jerusalem, seeking him.

⁴⁶And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions.

⁴⁷And all that heard him were astonished at his understanding and answers.

⁴⁸And when they saw him, they were amazed: and his mother said unto him, Son, why hast thou thus dealt with us? behold, thy father and I have sought thee sorrowing.

⁴⁹And he said unto them, How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s business?

1 sermon on Luke 2:49

"I only say what He says and do what He tells me to do."
Adoption (Macon GA)Lee Vayle, December 31, 1971

⁵⁰And they understood not the saying which he spake unto them.

⁵¹And he went down with them, and came to Nazareth, and was subject unto them: but his mother kept all these sayings in her heart.

1 sermon on Luke 2:51

⁵²And Jesus increased in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and man.

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