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251. Wavering Notes by an Uncertain Trumpet

2 Peter 3:1-18

Sermon

Ron Love

... .” Yes, Jesus did say that on the day of the second coming everything will seem normal. Because of this normalcy the false teachers said that Jesus will not return, and that there will be no final judgment. But Peter is trying to reeducate the parishioners to remain patient and obedient because as normal as things may seem today, Jesus is going to thunder forth on a fiery chariot in judgment. It is this normalcy that causes us to be lax in following the commandments of Jesus. I know we all talk about the ...

252. Secret Sauce

John 13:31-35

Sermon

Lori Wagner

... , separation, and diaspora. Even amidst Jesus’ own disciples, one would betray him and cause a rift in the 12. No community, not even Jesus’ own community, has ever been perfectly harmonious all the time throughout time. Yet despite this acknowledgement, the goal remains: synchrony and community –alternative community, the kind that bonds and endures. And the bonding agent? Love. Love God. Love each other. It’s the basic tenant of the Jewish shema. It’s the unity of forgiveness we pray for in the ...

253. Living A Triumphant Life

Joshua 5:1-12

Sermon

Douglas J. Deuel

... . This family could not afford to go from two incomes to one. Yet, finally, they decided to act on faith. The man accepted a position out of state. They believed God was leading them in this direction. The woman is a schoolteacher. They moved with only one week remaining before the new school year would begin. Most school staffs were set. Perhaps she would have to wait a year to get a job. In that one-week span, this woman received not one job offer but three. She says now that she does not see God's hand ...

254. Whom Shall We Obey?

Acts 5:17-42

Sermon

Douglas J. Deuel

... feel passionately about the message of Christ and the difference it has made in his or her life or he or she has not carried that message out into the world. A person who feels no passion for Christ can avoid conflict. Also, a person who remains secluded in a monk-like environment need not worry about conflict from the world. But for those who take seriously the call to be ambassadors for Christ in this world, conflict will occur. The disciples were called before the Sanhedrin to give an accounting of their ...

255. Easter Jogging

John 20:1-18

Sermon

Harry N. Huxhold

... the tomb someone had to carry him out feet first. The disciples who come to see the tomb make the same deduction. They do not yet believe that Jesus is risen, but they believe with Mary that he had been carried away. When the disciples confirm Mary's fears, she remains there in tears. Later on when she suspects that it is a friendly person who speaks to her, it had to be the gardener who had moved Jesus for some reason. If it was not the enemy, it was some friend who had moved Jesus for a good reason. Death ...

256. When The Fat Lady Sings

Mark 13:1-31

Sermon

Steven E. Albertin

... " in the simple words, humble sacraments, and ordinary deeds of compassion carried out in the church. That message is promised now to be believed by faith against the appearances of a world where it seems that the endless cycle of sin and death will continue forever. What now remains hidden, what now is believed by faith and not by sight, will one day, on the Last Day, be revealed to all. Then it will be clear to all, even to those who have chosen not to believe, that Jesus was who he claimed to be. Then it ...

257. A New Name

Genesis 17:1-27

Sermon

Paul W. Kummer

... ." God has a myriad of other names to describe his beloved children, but his favorites are names that describe a person who fulfills his purpose after he gets a name change. During World War II, a church in Strasbourg, France, was destroyed. Little remained but rubble. When that was cleared, a statue of Christ, standing erect, was found. It was unbroken except for the two hands, which were missing. In time, the church was rebuilt. A sculptor, noticing the missing hands on the statue of Christ, said, "Let ...

258. What Are You Looking At?

Acts 3:11-26

Sermon

Paul W. Kummer

... part of the store and, removing her gloves, knelt down, washed his little feet, and dried them with a towel. By this time the clerk had returned with the socks. Placing a pair upon the boy's feet, she purchased him a pair of shoes, and tying up the remaining socks, gave them to him. She patted him on the head and said, "No doubt, my little fellow, you feel more comfortable now?" As she turned to go, the astonished lad caught her by the hand, and looking up in her face, with tears in his eyes, answered the ...

259. Life's Loose Threads and The Tie That Binds

Deuteronomy 34:1-12

Sermon

Robert S. Crilley

... hewn. Not so much because we think it ever possible to take hold of God, but rather because, in lifting our arms, it then becomes possible for the Almighty to take hold of us! Granted, it's still somewhat discouraging to know that our stories will inevitably remain inconclusive. But it's God's story, not ours, that needs to be continued and eventually completed. Even Christ's words from the cross, "it is finished," referred to the act of salvation, and not to the end of the story itself. And it is precisely ...

260. Responsibility And Motivation

Ruth 1:1-22

Sermon

John N. Brittain

... up with Prince Charming, we may be disappointed. Like all of us, Ruth had the opportunity to accept or reject responsibility in which motivation was the key. She made a choice based on faith in the God of Israel which obligated her to remain with Naomi and support the older woman. Her ultimate success was dependent upon Boaz acknowledging his obligation to care for her and, unlike the unnamed relative, shouldering it. What choices have you made in your life that have brought you responsibilities which you ...

261. Prayers for Epiphany

Bulletin Aid

Rolland R. Reece

... the enemy has changed or is nowhere to be seen. Sometimes our enemies turn out to be our friends. What's going on in our world? Can't we go back to a simpler time -- back to a time when our forefathers told us the truth about life and it remained the truth? Even if we don't understand the world around us and are frightened and saddened by the heinous behavior of our brothers and sisters, nevertheless enable us to stay connected to hope. We do have hope. If traveling on one road leads to a dead end, then we ...

262. Prayers for Memorial Day, Election, Thanksgiving

Bulletin Aid

Rolland R. Reece

... backs on our Vietnam veterans, by telling them they had fought the wrong war. What a dark day that was. Today, we honor all the men and women who have responded to our country's call. We treasure their bravery and loyalty. We also remember those who remained at home praying and working in support of our armed forces. This hour, Eternal Peacemaker, we seek your wisdom on behalf of our country's destiny. We have known from the beginning that we've needed to respond to your truth in the conduct of our affairs ...

263. Outlook Determines Outcome

Acts 1:1-11

Sermon

Rodney Thomas Smothe

... experienced during your crucifixion was a part of God's plan? You want us to believe that you returned from the dead and you will return to God after this seminar on evangelism? You really want us to believe that God will send us the Holy Spirit who will remain with us when you're gone? You really want us to believe that we are going to receive from the Holy Spirit what we need to take this message to Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and beyond? You really want us to believe all of this?" Jesus' response: "Didn't ...

264. The Suffering Servant

Isaiah 51:17--52:12

Sermon

Rodney Thomas Smothe

... be glorified in this event." The Suffering Servant had a mission to fulfill. Good Friday, though expressive with the thoughts of pain, anguish, and loss, is an essential fulfillment of the mystery that continues to unfold in God's sovereign acts. These acts remain unclear and sometimes without the logic of human knowledge, but present us with opportunities to hear the Word of God and in faith take God at God's word. A realization of God's ultimate plan through the Suffering Servant will help us understand ...

265. Christmas Letters

Drama

Karren Boehr

... all of us, but for now I am content. Humankind will be redeemed at last. Your loving servant, Simeon. (Bows his head in prayer and remains this way through rest of play) YOUNG CHILD: (Reads from letter) Dear Jesus: Mom said before I can play with any of my Christmas ... lords! Welcome to earth, King Jesus! Your loving mother, Mary. (Kneels down beside child and puts her arm around him/her. They remain in prayer) TEENAGER: (Letter and pen in hand) Okay, I hope you don't think I'm being strange, sitting here in ...

266. The Color Of Diversity

Drama

Karren Boehr

... takes one of the streamers and indicates to one of the INDIVIDUALS in the circle (the one to the left and back of the pole should be first) to rise and accept the streamer. The INDIVIDUAL does so. He then steps back into position where he remains standing with streamer in his hand. The LEADER then takes a second blue streamer and indicates for the next INDIVIDUAL in the circle to rise and accept the blue streamer. The INDIVIDUAL slowly rises, shakes his head, then hands the blue streamer back to the LEADER ...

267. This House In Its Former Glory

Haggai 2:1-9

Sermon

Frank Ramirez

... ruins. I've stood next to Roman walls in London and near the great monument at Stonehenge. I've walked among the remains of the California Missions along the Camino Real. But ruins are deceiving. People don't live in ruins. They live in buildings ... the church to be presented as the holy bride of Christ, we must be made whole in all our limbs, and can no longer remain separate peoples. It will take all our treasure to make this a holy place. Outside there are revolutions and the empire is unsettled. Darius is ...

268. For I Have Chosen You!

Haggai 2:20-23

Sermon

Frank Ramirez

... we wait? The night inches along, history seems to have stopped, and we know the gift of God will be overwhelming, but the fact remains that it is not here yet. For some the most important thing is to be able to predict how long this night will last, ... on just a little longer. The night is far gone. The day is at hand. You can make it. In the meantime, we have to remain alert. Students cram for tests because they know when the end of the term is approaching. They could have studied steadily all semester and been ...

269. The Season Of The Holy Spirit

John 6:25-59

Sermon Aid

Wayne H. Keller

... church. P: Listen! Observe! Think! Do you see and hear the voice of God? M: Sometimes we do; sometimes we do not. That all depends if we are more concerned about our own lives, or the lives of others. P: I invite us, this hour, this week, to become and remain open to God's nudging and urging. M: In the name of the Christ, who lived and died for the whole world, we shall. Hymn of Praise "God, Give Us Eyes and Hearts to See" Prayer of Praise Remind the people that God is a God of the whole world ...

270. When Life Seems Out Of Control

2 Samuel 18:1-18

Sermon

Timothy J. Smith

... one day. There seemed no other way to resolve this conflict; it was a battle to the finish, notwithstanding David's words to deal gently with his son. With Absalom dead, the horn blew, and the battle was over. The fighting stopped as Absalom's remaining soldiers escaped. After experiencing pain in our lives, we are able to show a sensitivity to others going through similar pain in ways no one else can. With this heightened sensitivity we can help others avoid the pitfalls that we have experienced. I was ...

271. You Can Be Forever Young

Genesis 25:1-11

Sermon

Michael B. Brown

... for, something that draws you beyond self and makes life better for others. Do that, and though (like Abraham) we may age, we will never grow old. 3 -- Take care of your soul. Abraham (at age 175) "breathed his last and died in a good old age." He had remained vital and vibrant till the very end. How did he do it? The Bible says "he was the friend of God." The relationship he had forged with the Lord way back in his youth or mid-life journey was a relationship that had staying power. It brought meaning to ...

272. Proper 13

Romans 8:28-39, Isaiah 55:1-13, Genesis 32:22-32, Matthew 14:13-21

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... to come to the supermarket, which would satisfy the deepest hunger of their soul. Much of what they consumed was junk food; it could not satisfy (v. 2). God and his word could build them up, if they would but partake. The eats which God offers, free of charge, remain real food for real people. Outline: 1. We are warned against the dangers of junk food 2. Junk food fills without satisfying or nourishing 3. All that we take into our hearts and minds is food some of it is junk food God and his word are real ...

273. Proper 16 & Pentecost 14

Matthew 16:13-20, Exodus 1:1-22, Exodus 2:1-10, Isaiah 22:1-25, Isaiah 51:1-16, Romans 11:33-36

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... of God in Christ. "O the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unreachable are his judgments and how inscrutable his ways." If we could comprehend the mind of God, we would be gods ourselves. The mystery of God's being remains unsolved. Gospel: Matthew 16:13-20 The rock from which the water flows. Caesarea Philippi was situated by the headwaters of the Jordan River. The Jordan flows out of a rock wall, from a subterranean pool of unmeasurable depth. These are the waters which sustained ...

274. No Particular Place To Go

2 Samuel 11:1-27

Sermon

Timothy J. Smith

... opens in the spring of the year, "when kings go out to battle." But David did not go out to war, instead he remained in his palace, rather bored by the whole thing. In his younger days David would have been right in the middle of the action ... told that Uriah did not go home and this infuriated the king. David asked Uriah why he didn't go home. "The ark and Israel and Judah remain in booths; and my lord Joab and the servants of my lord are camping in the open field," Uriah explained, "Shall I then go to my ...

275. Learning to Live Without Jesus

John 16:5-16, John 15:18--16:4

Sermon

William G. Carter

... hell would be full of people who cling to a Bible they never think about, and heaven would be full of people who trust in a God they cannot see." Christian faith is just that: faith in Christ. We trust what we have heard him say through scripture, yet we remain open to hear him still speak through the Holy Spirit. In the end, we trust God will sort everything out, for the primary role of the Spirit is to point to Jesus and guide us into his truth. The Spirit of Christ will lead us into the life that Christ ...

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