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251. What Have You Got To Lose?

John 12:20-36

Sermon

Erskine White

... people understand it - by "glorified," Jesus means "crucified." Here in this Lenten season, the hour is coming for Jesus to be crucified. Then He compares Himself to a grain of wheat. If the grain of wheat doesn’t die and lie buried in the earth, it can’t yield anything and remains alone. So, too, with Jesus: if He is preserved, safe and secure, He will remain alone. But if He is crucified, dead and buried, then He can rise to bear much fruit, drawing all people to Himself. The Son of God must die if He ...

252. Easter 6

John 14:15-31, Psalm 67:1-7, Acts 15:22-35, Joel 2:18-27, Revelation 21:1-27

Sermon Aid

George Bass

... any one who practices abomination or falsehood, but only those who are written in the Lamb's book of life." The Episcopal pericope tells about the "river of life," which John saw, as well as the tree of life with "its twelve kinds of fruit, yielding its fruit each month." That tree will bring "healing to the nations. The throne of God will be there, and the blessed will "see his face, and his name shall be on their foreheads." Acts 14:8-18 (alternate reading - E) Comments included in Lectionary Preaching ...

253. Proper 15

Hebrews 12:1-13, Luke 12:54-59, Luke 12:49-53, Psalm 82:1-8, Jeremiah 20:7-18, Jeremiah 23:9-32, Jeremiah 38:1-13

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George Bass

... his people from death. The writer reminds them of the resurrection in terms of being "seated at the right hand of the throne of God." He also tells them that they have not, as yet, had to shed their blood and become witnesses by their martyrdom. So they must yield to the discipline of the Lord, obey him, and trust him and live in hope that he will be present to support and deliver them should, or should not, martyrdom be their lot. Luke 12:49-53 (RC, L); 12:49-56 (E, C) The lectionaries that are used ...

254. Is It Too Late? ... Continued

Matthew 25:14-30

Sermon

George Johnson

... in their community, but few are willing to consume less or stop the use of destructive chemicals. If we consume less, it will affect our economy which depends so heavily on growth. Much of the technology we have funded has produced economic growth, bigger yields, but it has cost the environment dearly. We must understand and accept the economic implications of caring for the earth. A good little book I recommend is called Enough is Enough by John Taylor. This book is very helpful in suggesting why and how ...

255. That's Our God For You!

Luke 19:28-44

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John M. Braaten

... the events of Holy Week, and described Jesus' betrayal, his trial, his scourging and crucifixion, Genghis Khan became more and more agitated, more engrossed in the story, and more tense. When Marco Polo pronounced the words, "Then Jesus bowed his head and yielded up his spirit," Genghis Khan could no longer contain himself. He interrupted, bellowing, "What did the Christian's God do then? Did he send thousands of angels from heaven to smite and destroy those who killed his Son?" What did the Christian ...

256. The Recovery Of Reverence

Leviticus 19:1-37

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Robert Beringer

... Sea of Galilee. Their guide was a man named Moses Ezekiel, who pointed with pride to the miracles that had been accomplished by the Israeli people since taking possession of this land in 1948. Here were rows of tidy houses, and vineyards that yielded an abundant harvest. Here were date palms from which one could pluck the succulent fruit. There were barns filled with purebred cattle, and an auditorium for symphony concerts and lectures. But amidst all these signs of a thriving civilization, there was one ...

257. The Glorious Company

Luke 6:17-26

Sermon

Theodore F. Schneider

... advice of the wicked,Or take the path that sinners trod,Or sit in the seat of the scoffers:but their delight is in the law of the Lord,and on His law they meditate day and night.They are like the trees planted by the streams of water,which yield their fruit in their season.And their leaves do not wither.In all they do, they prosper. We Remember With Thanksgiving It is not a gracious thing the church does on All Saints' Day; it is a necessary thing. It is for us the historic All Saints' and All Souls ...

258. The Vine And The Branches

John 15:1-17

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Jerry L. Schmalemberger

... soon dries up and dies. A vital sign of the Easter Savior alive after Good Friday is how well his disciples are attached to him, the real vine and source of life. P. T. Forsyth wrote: “Unless there is within us that which is above us, we shall soon yield to that which is around us.” For a few of us, being united in Christ will be a mystical experience which is beyond words to express. For most of us, it will mean a constant contact with Jesus Christ. It will mean arranging life, and prayer, and worship ...

259. Deaths, Our Teacher

Psalm 90:1-17

Eulogy

Allen Puffenberger

... loved one's death. The four points are greatly strengthened by references to the deceased's life - here, that of "Eve, " who was one of my parishioners. Even if the pastor has not known the deceased, an interview with his or her family and friends should yield sufficient information to personalize at least several points, if not all of them. "Teach us to number our days," prays the psalmist. Each of us would do well to ask the same of the Almighty. For, can you truly appreciate life or fully enter into it ...

260. Walking On the Knees

2 Samuel 7:18-29

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Donald Zelle

... to God. We owe our salvation to God. We owe the meaning of life to God. God is our father and mother. God is one who knows us inwardly and outwardly. He is the power beyond us. Our relationship with him he has established. For our part, we can only yield or respond to him. Whether we are walking the hilltops of our lives or walking the valleys, we can only walk on our knees. In his prayer, David first gives God humble thanks for what he has done (verses 17-24). Then he prays to God to fulfill that which ...

261. The Lord's Return

Mark 13:1-31

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James Wilson

... to change our lives and get ready. Too often our hearts are not focused on eternity but rather only on the matters in front of us today. Forgive us, Lord, and help us be more responsible. In Christ we pray. Amen. Hymns "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" "More Like The Master" "Yield Not To Temptation"

262. The God Of The Past, The Present, And The Future

Psalm 23:1-6

Eulogy

Joe Barone

... Then he showed me the river of the water of life," the passage says, "bright as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb ..." That river passes through the center of a city, Scripture tells us, and beside that river is the tree of life, which yields twelve kinds of fruit, a tree with leaves meant for the healing of the nations. "There shall no more be anything accursed, but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it, and his servants shall worship him," Scripture says. So God is the God ...

263. Step Two - Hope

Mk 10:46-52 · 2 Cor 12:7-10 · Is 12:1-6

Sermon

John A. Terry

... nations find themselves oppressed, as they did when Isaiah spoke, the inclination is to call on the military to solve the problem. When folks are disabled like Bartimaeus, the inclination is to call for people's pity. When folks have a chronic ailment as did Paul, the inclination is to yield to despair. It takes courage to "accept the things we cannot change, the courage to change the things we can, and the wisdom to know the difference." That leap of faith is what brings sanity and wholeness.

264. God's Bag of Cookies

Matthew 21:33-46

Sermon

Johnny Dean

... to the needs of a broken and hurting world. And, as the tenants of God’s earthly vineyard, we gather as God’s church every week to celebrate God’s victory over death, and to offer back to the owner of the vineyard a portion of what the land has yielded to us. We offer up the sweat and the tears and the laughter of our own lives. And as we do that, we receive back from God the body and blood of the Son who was crucified that we might be redeemed. You know what? We’re getting paid a ...

265. The Men

Drama

William Grimbol

... the poor, or assisting those who are widowed or alone. But ... the idea that the first shall be last? Did you hear that quote? The first will be last one? JOHN: Exactly. He is crazy. Completely. BILL: This helping the poor can be taken too far. Obedience yields blessings. That is certainly the heart of the message in the Torah. If one obeys God, one is blessed. If one disobeys ... well ... naturally, curses. I can't help but feel that at least some, if not a vast majority of the poor may very well be ...

266. Peacemaking - Active, Not Passive

Sermon

Alan Bacon Bond

... happens inside of us ultimately affects the world around us. The acquisition of world peace starts with our individual and collective inner peace with God. Secondly, comes the desire for peace ... not simply an unruffled calm sea of humanity acquiescing, or passively yielding, to the intimidations of a greater force, in the sense Poland has peace, but rather peace which is rooted and grounded in God's justice. By these first two steps, I have sought to persuade you that peace is attainable and desirable ...

267. Peace as Shalom

Sermon

Alan Bacon Bond

... big things. Stay me from temptation, especially the temptation of leaping to the rescue of those who need to work out their own solutions. But Lord, when, by reason of circumstance, I see wrong being done, still let me love, love with Shalom which does not yield to the temptation to stand aloof and allow evil to go on unhindered. Lord, teach me to give. Teach me to give so much of the essence of yourself, that my giving will heal the recipient, bring wholeness and completeness to my environment, and will ...

268. Monologue: Sarah

Genesis 20:1-18

Drama

Lynda Pujad

... . I was deluged in grief and nothing, not my beauty, my wealth or anything I ever had could help me with my situation. I just faced God and could do nothing but leave the entire situation with him. While Abraham was gone with Isaac, I had to yield everything to God: my life, my mental faculties, my own dear son, and absolutely everything else to him. When Abraham returned from the sacrifice, he brought back with him my son, Isaac, alive. God had been merciful. I knew I did not deserve it. I would like ...

269. The Passion Narrative

Luke 22:14-23:56

Bulletin Aid

Carl Hoefler

... . But people of every generation withdrew from his Kingdom because they prefer to be their own authority. We have participated in that withdrawal which, in essence, is to betray and deny Christ as Lord. Forgive us for our sinfulness that prevents our Lord from having control of our lives. We yield ourselves to Christ whose love was so great he died for us. In his name we pray. Amen. Hymns “All Glory, Laud, and Honor” “Lord Christ, When First Thou Cam'st” “Ride On, Ride On in Majesty"

270. The Spirit Will Lead Us in Truth

John 16:5-16

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Carl Hoefler

... , we feel the very presence of our Lord through his gift of the Spirit of truth. But our human nature teaches us how to close our hearts and minds to your will. Forgive us when we avoid, or even contradict our Lord's will for our lives. Help us to yield to the authority of your Spirit; that we may follow in the way of truth. We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen. Hymns “Be Thou My Vision” “Holy Spirit, Truth Divine” “Lead Us, O Father” “Spirit of Truth, Come Down"

271. Free from the Law to be Led by the Spirit

Galatians 5:1-15

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Carl Hoefler

... Amen. Prayer of Confession Dear Lord, we enjoy the thought of freedom, but we confess we do not know how to enjoy freedom itself. Forgive us for interpreting freedom as a privilege to do as we please. Deliver us from the misery we have caused by yielding to our human nature. Fill us with your Spirit to live the life that gives pleasure not only to ourselves, but to you. We pray in Jesus' name. Amen. Hymns “Break Thou the Bread of Life” “I Want a Principle Within” “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling ...

272. Scripture is the Basis for Christian Living

2 Timothy 3:10--4:8

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Carl Hoefler

... our instructions for living the life God has given to us. Collect Our Father in heaven, who inspired godly men of old to record your instructions for our living: Give us willing minds to study your word, and obedient hearts to follow, that we may not yield to the temptation of following our own desires. We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer of Confession We have made the Bible a best seller, Father, but we have not allowed it to become our most respected authority. We would rather possess your word ...

273. Repent and Turn to the Lord

Joel 2:12-17

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James Wilson

... to be. Forgive us, Lord, and help us to return our focus to the cross and to turn our ways back to Your ways that we might bring honor and blessings to Your Holy Name. Through Christ our blessed Lord and Redeemer we lift our prayers. Amen. Hymns "Blessed Assurance" "Yield Not Temptation" "I Need Thee Every Hour"

274. Evil Will Not Prevail Against the Lord

1 Kings 21:1-29

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James Wilson

... Your service, O Lord. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession Lord, sometimes amid all that seems to be going wrong in the world around us we have been tempted to doubt that You really are in control of our destiny. At times we have even considered yielding to pressures that would have us do things You would not have us be about. Forgive us, Lord, and instill in our hearts the strength to be Your faithful servants. In Christ we pray. Amen. Hymns "All Hail The Power Of Jesus' Name" "He Keeps Me Singing ...

275. The Unshakable Kingdom of God

Hebrews 12:14-29

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... against Your Kingdom, yet You love us still. We praise You, O God. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession O God, even though we know You are our Creator and Sustainer and that Your Kingdom will be victorious for all eternity, so often we have yielded to the worldly pressures to believe our only hope lives in our worldly wisdom and science. Forgive us, Lord, and help us to remember that it is You we serve in this hurting and need-filled world. In Christ we pray. Amen. Hymns "O Jesus, I Have Promised ...

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