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Psalm 85:1-13

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

After judging his people for their sins, God forgives them fully and brings them back from their captivity (85:1–3). Yet God remains grieved by what they have done and has not removed all of the negative consequences of their sins (85:4–6). Israel has the hope of God’s salvation of peace—perhaps even for the current generation, if they trust him fully (85:7–9). Even though all is not well in Israe...

Psalm 85:1-13

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

A Forgiven People Seeking Forgiveness and God’s Promise of Shalom This psalm reflects the tension of living between promise and fulfillment. When the people of God had experienced the beginnings of his grace in the return from exile (vv. 1–3), they still suffered hardships in the early postexilic period (vv. 4–7). At the same time, they were still hearing future blessings promised to them (vv. 8–1...

3. The Miracle of Peace

Psalm 85:1-13

Sermon

J. Howard Olds

A popular prayer on the e-mail circuit goes something like this: So far today God, I've done alright. I haven't gossiped, haven't lost my temper, haven't been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish, overindulgent, or told anyone to mind their own business and to stay out of mine. I'm really glad about that. But in a few minutes God, I'm going to get out of bed, and from then on, I'm going to need a whole ...

4. Second Sunday of Advent

Mark 1:1-8, Psalm 85:1-13, Isaiah 40:1-31, 2 Peter 3:1-18

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter - Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13 First Lesson—The prophet advocates smoothing the way for the coming of God like a just and caring Shepherd. Isaiah 40:1-11 Second Lesson—Peter reaffirms the declaration of Jesus that the time of the second coming is a surprise but that the upheaval will bring justice and peace. 2 Peter 3:8-15a Gospel—The beginning of Mark’s Gospel connects the ministry of Jesu...

5. Proper 14 & Pentecost 12

1 Kings 19:9-18, Psalm 29:1-11, Psalm 106:1-48, Romans 9:1-29, Matthew 14:22-36, Exodus 13:17--14:31, Jonah 2:1-10, Psalm 85:1-13

Sermon Aid

THEOLOGICAL CLUE Little or no help is forthcoming from the church year as a theological clue for a worship/preaching theme for this Sunday. The title of the day - the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost - is really the only reminder, suggesting how the church got to this point in the year and, for those in the "liturgical know," where we are going, Christ the King Sunday. On this "Pentecost pilgrimage...

6. Prayers for Advent 2

Isaiah 40:1-31, Psalm 85:1-13, 2 Peter 3:1-18, Mark 1:1-8

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

Call to Worship Hear the words of the Lord. Are they not words of peace, peace to his people and to his loyal servants and to all who turn and trust in him? Prayer of Confession God of the first day, God of today, God of the last day, we admit that we are more frightened by the threat of a nuclear accident or a nuclear war than we are hopeful for a new heaven and earth. It is like our apprehensio...

7. Proper 12

Colossians 2:6-23, Hosea 1:1-2:1, Luke 11:1-13, Psalm 85:1-13

Sermon Aid

John R. Brokhoff

COMMENTARY Lesson 1: Hosea 1:2-10 God orders Hosea to marry a prostitute and have children. Hosea preached in the same eighth century to Israel (North) as did Amos. His ministry extended over a period of 38 years. Hosea lived in the final days of the northern kingdom during the reign of six kings following Jeroboam. Assyria captured Israel and deported the 10 tribes in 722 B.C. Hosea 1:2-10 is an...

8. Proper 12

Luke 11:1-13, Colossians 2:6-23, Psalm 85:1-13, Hosea 1:1-2:1

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

CALL TO WORSHIP (responsively)Human as we are, let us intercede with Godfor ourselves and for our sinful world, that God will spare us from destruction and grant us time for repentance. PRAYER OF CONFESSION Listening God, Prayer-teacher, Prayer-prompter, we are often perfunctory in our prayers, casual, without expectation of response. We separate our petitions for forgiveness from the need to for...

9. Proper 12

Psalm 85:1-13, Colossians 2:6-23, Hosea 1:1-2:1, Luke 11:1-13

Sermon Aid

William E. Keeney

PERSISTENT PRAYING A special interest of Luke in both the Gospel and the Book of Acts is prayer. He frequently notes the prayer life of Jesus. Before every major crisis in his ministry Jesus spent time in prayer. The parables for today with their surrounding materials give an occasion for the preacher to deal with the whole subject of proper praying. It is an opportunity to deal with common misc...

10. Prepare the Way

Psalm 85:1-13

Children's Sermon

King Duncan

Object: Read (or re-read) all or part of Psalm 85 Can anyone tell me what a “blessing” is? . . . A blessing is something good given to us, usually from God. What blessings do you have in your life? . . . parents, homes, church, food, shelter, friends, etc. In Psalm 85, we read about some other blessings. “Love and faithfulness meet together; righteousness and peace kiss each other.” That sounds ...

11. Proper 14, Pentecost 12, Ordinary Time 19

1 Kings 19:9-18, Psalm 85:8-13, Matthew 14:22-36, Romans 10:5-15

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Amy C. Schifrin

Gathering Prayer/Prayer Of Preparation Begin this Sunday’s liturgy with a time of silence. Our lives are far noisier than wind, fire, or earthquake. In a great paradox, God speaks to us in sheer silence. Give the assembly a chance to listen. Leader: Wind, fire, earthquake, and storm: each event reminds us of how little we are. Arguments at work, grumbling at home: each event reminds us of how lit...

12. Proper 12

Psalm 85:1-13, Hosea 1:2-10, Luke 11:1-13, Colossians 2:6-23

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 85 First Lesson—The living parable of the forgiveness of adulterous behavior is used by the prophet at God’s direction. Hosea 1:2-10 Second Lesson—Paul urges continued growth in the faith despite the opposition of those promoting a confining religious legalism. Colossians 2:6-15 (16-19) Gospel—Jesus teaches persistence in prayer. Luke 11:1-13 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The gra...

13. Proper 12

Genesis 18:20-32, Psalm 85:1-13; 138:1-8, Hosea 1:2-10, Luke 11:1-13, Colossians 2:6-19

Bulletin Aid

Julia Ross Strope

Call To Worship Leader: It’s a good morning! Are you awake and breathing deeply? Are you thankful, angry, secure, defeated? Are you ready to sing? People: Ah, yes. We are thankful for life and we are seeking security and happiness. Leader: We have called to God many times and the Holy One has sustained us and restored us to hopefulness. People: With music and dance, with words and silence, we than...

14. The Ultimate Christmas Gift

Psalm 85:1-13, Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Erskine White

"The Lord will speak ... to His people." (Psalm 85:8) As we consider the wide variety of gifts we might receive this Christmas, we could probably place those gifts in one of several categories. First and least importantly, there are those entirely frivolous items which we do not need and never intend to use. How many of us, for example, have received things like automatic toothpick dispensers or...

15. The Other Voice

Psalm 85:1-13

Illustration

True worship is largely a matter of listening. In church it is important that we listen to the sounds of word and song which may be heard here. There is, however, another voice, one inaudible to the physical ear, but a voice nevertheless. It is the voice of God. In this room at this moment there are, in fact, many voices that we are not hearing. We could hear some of them if we brought in a dozen...

16. Advent 2

Mk 1:1-8; 2 Pet 3:8-15a; Is 40:1-11; Ps 85:8-13

Bulletin Aid

Frank Ramirez

Call To Worship The Lord is not slow. A thousand years is like a day in his sight. Let our day in his sight be filled with 1,000 praises! Collect One: Let me hear what God the Lord will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his faithful, to those who turn to him in their hearts. Two: Surely his salvation is at hand for those who fear him, that his glory may dwell in our land. Women: St...

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