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2751. Life Beside The Falls

Ezekiel 47:1-12

Sermon

David O. Bales

The first storm of autumn clamped down with unseasonable cold -- lows at night in the teens -- which turned the shores of the falls in the middle of town to parallel strips of white lace. Despite the frozen ground the season's last football game would be played, swirls of snow sometimes making the players invisible from the stands. The teams warmed up on the field, stretching and shouting numbers to the rhythm of their exercises. The band members tuned their instruments, the public address announcer ...

2752. U-Turns Permitted

Joel 2:1-11

Sermon

Rodney Thomas Smothe

Let's just see where this road will take us. These words often spoken when we make a wrong turn, give a false sense of comfort. Our hope is that if we drive long enough we will come to a familiar place and once again regain our bearings. Sometimes our confidence in our own abilities and unwillingness to admit that we're lost, causes us to drive several miles out of the way before we stop and ask for directions. Although the signs along our journey confirm that we are headed in the wrong direction, we ...

2753. God's Gift Is For All

Acts 11:1-18

Sermon

Rodney Thomas Smothe

"Jesus Loves Me This I Know, For The Bible Tells Me So." What ever happened to those words in our understanding of sharing God's gift with others? Our society today, much like the society in the time of Peter, has some very strong feelings regarding not only what is right and what is wrong, but who is right and who is wrong. Many of our religious crusades are rooted in a zealous interpretation of what we think the gospel says from our viewpoint. Sometimes in our zealousness we miss opportunities to hear ...

2754. Christmas Letters

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: Personal Letters To The Christ Child Appropriate for both Christmas and Advent. Staging for this play is very simple and requires little space, though placing characters on different levels would enhance the effect. A spotlight is suggested to highlight each character as each one speaks. These characters may also be effectively used individually, one for each Sunday in Advent. Setting: Stage with five stools; stools should be placed in various areas in front of the sanctuary. (Mary and Young Child ...

2755. It's Part Of The Plan

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: Forgiveness This drama centers on the relationship between Joseph, Pharaoh's second in command, and Joseph's brothers who many years before sold him into slavery, bringing home the struggle and the immeasurable reward of forgiveness. Setting: Joseph faces his brothers as they come to Egypt to buy grain. Dialogue takes place in two different areas, left and right of stage Characters:JOSEPH: A strong man who carries himself with authoritySERVANT: Joseph's servant RUEBEN: Joseph's brotherJUDAH: Joseph' ...

2756. What Does God Require?

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: God's Gift Of Salvation Is Free (Based on Leviticus 2:1-3, 11-15 and Hebrews 7:23-28, NIV) This short drama, in two scenes, presents a visual contrast between the sacrificial demands of the Old Testament covenant and the free gift of life available to all through Jesus Christ. (These two scenes may be presented one after another or inserted individually in the worship service or sermon where appropriate.) Scene I Setting: A large altar like used for sacrifices in Biblical times Characters: MAN: Head ...

2757. The Spirit Of The Lord Is Upon Us

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: God's Spirit Through The Ages (Based on Ezekiel 37 and Joel 2:23-29) This intense drama takes the dry bones vision of the prophet Ezekiel in Ezekiel 37 and ties it with the coming of the Holy Spirit in Acts 2. Scripturally based, this drama is meant to add depth and meaning to the church's celebration of Pentecost and/or Baptism. Setting: The graveyard of bones which the prophet Ezekiel saw in Ezekiel 37. It is now centuries later Characters: THE PROPHET EZEKIEL: A man who speaks with conviction and ...

2758. The Compelling Call

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: Paul: Apostle To The Early Church This set of four scenes is especially suitable to accompany a series of sermons or studies on the early church. The scenes carefully follow the scripture text while making the struggles of the early church, and particularly those of the apostle Paul, come alive. This drama is very useful for teaching profound Biblical truths, as God's plan for his church powerfully unfolds. These scenes can easily be produced on consecutive Sundays or used individually as stand- ...

2759. The Ugly Duckling

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: Sharing Christ With Others This play may be presented as a unit, or divided up into Scene 1 and Scene 2 on consecutive Sundays. Small to moderate space is needed, and the setting may be as elaborate or as simple as one wishes to make it. No special lighting or sound effects are needed. Scene I Setting: Fitness center. Present; after Christmas (any holiday may be used). There is a bench front left, exercise bike sits to right of bench Characters:LINDA: Young Christian woman, pleasant, serious about ...

2760. The Insignificant Valentine

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: The Fruit Of Kindness The small, insignificant things people do in life often carry more impact than they realize. This drama may be presented as a whole or in two sections with a time period lapse. Example: at the beginning and end of a service/sermon. If this play is done as a whole, place Scene I to left of stage, Scene II to right of stage. Scene I Setting: Several days before Valentine's Day Characters:1ST GIRL: nine to twelve years old2ND GIRL: nine to twelve years oldBOBBY: nine- to twelve- ...

2761. Graduation Is Not For Angels

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: Graduation One of the most important events in the life of a church is the graduation from high school or college of its younger members. This drama emphasizes the stake heaven and prayer have in directing the lives of graduating seniors as they leave home. And it's only the beginning! Setting: Heaven on graduation day Characters: TWO YOUNG GUARDIAN ANGELS: May be male or female Costumes: White robes, tinsel halos under traditional graduation mortarboards Props: Two white boxes for sitting Scene: ...

2762. Is Christ In The Manger?

Drama

Karren Boehr

Theme: The Christ Of Christmas Changes Lives (Based on Isaiah 61) Scenes I - IV are placed in various areas of the sanctuary. In Act I each of the four scenes portrays a different pitfall of the holiday season: the bitter family feelings, the busyness, the anxiety, the loneliness. In Act II the same scenes are touched by the glory and power of the Christ Child. (The optional use of a spotlight enhances the effectiveness of each scene.) Act I (Actors in Scenes I - IV take their places, then freeze) Scene I ...

2763. Like A Thief

Matthew 24:36-51

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: We can be so heavenly minded that we are no earthly good. Summary: Minny, a Christian woman, is preparing for bed as a thief enters. She mistakes the thief for Jesus coming back to take her to heaven. Dan, the thief, takes the opportunity to rob her of everything of value in the house. Playing Time: 4-5 minutes Setting: A neutral playing area that represents Minny's home, with a screen for the thief to hide behind Props: A black garbage bag Costumes: Minny -- Pajamas, bathrobe, hair curlers Dan -- ...

2764. Robin Hood?

Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 5:31-32, Matthew 5:27-30, Matthew 5:21-26, Matthew 5:17-20

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: Jesus, when He taught the kingdom truths in His Sermon on the Mount, turned the values of the world upside down. Summary: Robin Hood is questioned about his practice of stealing and decides to quit. Playing Time: 6 minutes Costumes: Legendary Props: Robin -- an apple with an arrow through it Place: Sherwood Forest Time: The time of legends Cast: ROBIN HOOD FRIAR TUCK LITTLE JOHN ROBIN HOOD: (enters carrying an apple with an arrow piercing it) Ho, there. LITTLE JOHN: (takes apple and begins to eat it ...

2765. This House In Its Former Glory

Haggai 2:1-9

Sermon

Frank Ramirez

In the second year of King Darius, in the seventh month, on the twent-first day of the month, the word of the LORD came by the prophet Haggai, saying: Speak now to Zerubbabel son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua son of Jehozadak, the high priest, and to the remnant of the people, and say, Who is left among you that saw this house in its former glory? How does it look to you now? Is it not in your sight as nothing? Yet now take courage, O Zerubbabel, says the LORD; take courage, O Joshua, son ...

2766. For I Have Chosen You!

Haggai 2:20-23

Sermon

Frank Ramirez

When I was a kid the night before Christmas was the longest night in the world. There were only one or two clocks in our house as a general rule, and eventually eight of us kids. To forestall endless repetition of the question "What time is it?" our parents loaned us one of the clocks, and many times we'd sleep in only one or two rooms, waiting together. Each in turn would wake, and quietly, so quietly, attempt to turn the luminescent dial towards ourselves, believing it possible that we would not rouse ...

2767. Advent 4

Isaiah 7:1-25, Romans 1:1-17, Matthew 1:18-25

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

First Reading: Isaiah 7:10-16 Theme: The promised Messiah Call To Worship Leader: Come, let us worship, all who have known the mercy of the Lord. People: For even while we were all yet sinners God sent us a Savior. Leader: God heard our petitions for mercy and Jesus was born to save us all. People: Born of a virgin in Bethlehem as spoken by the prophets of old. Leader: Jesus, the Christ, born that all who share the faith might live. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, we lift our hearts in ...

2768. The Saints of Eternity

Revelation 7:9-17

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

Call To Worship Leader: Let us gather today and celebrate for soon we will gather in heaven. People: For the body of Christ will meet in heaven from all across the ages. Leader: Those we once knew and who have finished their race will be there. People: Those who are with us now carrying the banner of Christ will be there Leader: And those we have not yet known, if the Lord tarries, will be there. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, Your almighty hand holds all of eternity, and in Your ...

2769. Our Savior Lives!

Acts 2:14-41

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

Call To Worship Leader: Come, let us join our voices in joyful praise before the Lord! People: For all the plotting in the Temple could not silence God's chosen One. Leader: Not the courts nor the Cross, not even the grave could hold Jesus. People: Christ is our long sought Savior sent from Almighty God. Leader: Then let us come together and worship Christ our blessed Savior. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, our blessed Redeemer, You have given us such Joy in the Resurrection of Christ ...

2770. God's Light Has Come

Isaiah 9:1-7

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

Call To Worship Leader: Come, let us worship together, all who know the risen Christ. People: For once we lived in darkness and there seemed to be no salvation. Leader: But in Christ God has sent us the light, the truth and the way People: That all might have salvation and walk with a new sense of life. Leader: Then let us worship this day and carry God's light into the world. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, Creator of all of the Universe, we stand in awe when we realize You loved each ...

2771. Praise for the Blessing of Parents

Luke 2:41-52

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

Call To Worship Leader: Let us come together giving honor to Almighty God! People: Let us honor those who led us in the ways of the Lord in our youth! Leader: Praise be to God for the families we shared in our childhood! People: Praise be to the Lord that we are adopted into the family of God! Leader: May the Lord bless the loved ones of our youth wherever they may be. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, in Your infinite wisdom You have blessed us with families. Just as we love and honor ...

2772. Persistence

Genesis 29:15-30

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

Call To Worship Leader: Let us worship the Lord our God in all the days of our lives! People: Even amid adversities and sorrows are we to give praise to the Lord? Leader: In times of stress or times of joy may we always give praise to God. People: Will God honor the praise of those in sorrow and pain? Leader: God will always honor the praise from the heart of every believer. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, You have always been patient and loving with Your beloved Children, even when we ...

2773. The Season Of Expectancy

Mark 13:1-31, Mark 13:32-37

Sermon Aid

Wayne H. Keller

Liturgical Color: Purple/Blue Theme: Be Alert/Be Prepared. Advent (which means "coming") is the great getting-ready-moment for the birth of the world's Savior. THE COMMUNITY PREPARES Choral Invitation You will need two choirs, or partial choirs. One choir, placed in the chancel, will sing with much vigor and enthusiasm, "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town." The second choir, from the rear of the sanctuary, will sing quietly, almost in a whisper, "O Come, O Come Emmanuel." Have the choirs sing these separately, ...

2774. Getting Ready for The Coming Messiah

Mark 1:1-8

Bulletin Aid

Wayne H. Keller

Liturgical Color: Purple/Blue Theme: Preparing the Way; John Announces the Coming of Jesus. John paved the way for Jesus, who then paved the way for us. Choral Invitation Have the two choirs move toward each other. The chancel choir will move one third of the way toward the rear; and the second choir will move one third of the way to the front. The chancel choir will sing "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" with less vigor; and the second choir will sing "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" with more vigor than last ...

2775. The Season Of The Evangel: Epiphany 2

John 1:43-51

Bulletin Aid

Wayne H. Keller

Theme: Jesus Calls Philip and Nathanael. What method has God used to call you? THE COMMUNITY GATHERS Pastoral Invitation In the Name of God, the Evangel, the Author of the Good News, welcome to all of you evangels, receivers and sharers of the Good News. Good morning, evangels. You know who you are and whose you are. Response Leader: Yes, we do know who we are. We have come today to celebrate our calling in Christ. People: I invite you to be honest during, and beyond, worship. I invite you to be open to ...

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