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276. The Lord's Calf

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... good news. "The cow just gave birth to twin calves, one red and one white," he said. He continued, "We must dedicate one of these calves to the Lord. We will bring them up together, and when the time comes, we will sell one and keep the proceeds and we will sell the other and give the proceeds to the Lords work." His wife asked him which he was going to dedicate to the Lord. "There's no need to bother about that now," he replied, "we'll treat them both in the same way and when the time comes, we'll do ...

277. The Lord's Anger Against Israel

Hosea 13:1-16

Understanding Series

Elizabeth Achtemeier

... smoke that wafts out the window of a house (cf. Ps. 37:20). The latter is not properly a window, but a hole in the roof or side of the dwelling, through which the smoke from a cooking fire may escape. 13:4–8 In verses 4–8, the Lord speaks directly through the prophet to the people, and once again the past is reviewed. The only God and Savior whom Israel has ever known is Yahweh. The NIV translation has seriously weakened the original. The Hebrew literally reads, in this order: But I am Yahweh your God ...

278. Jonah's Anger at the Lord's Compassion

Jonah 4:1-11

Understanding Series

Elizabeth Achtemeier

... told—as are we and all readers—that God’s love extends to the whole sinful, wicked world of violence and wrong. Jonah, who is really a symbol of all of God’s elect in this story, full of piety and orthodoxy, is not the only one to whom the Lord of heaven and earth extends forgiving mercy. God reaches out to shed saving grace on all the Ninevehs and creatures of the world. The God of the Bible weeps over this sinful world (cf. Gen. 6:6). And so while divine love for that world is set forth here in ...

279. The Lord Rejects Saul as King

1 Samuel 15:1-35

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... the severity of Samuel’s pronouncement, Saul finally admits his sin and begs forgiveness, but Samuel condemns him again and turns to leave. As he does so, Saul, who has taken hold of his robe, accidentally tears it. The action proves symbolic of the fact that the Lord has “torn the kingdom of Israel” from Saul and given it to David (15:28). Lest there be any doubt about the certainty of God’s word, Samuel reminds Saul that God “does not lie or change his mind” (15:29). Ironically, verse 29 is an ...

280. Waiting on the Lord

James 5:7-12

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... . 11:14].) This coming is “near.” Some people think that James must have been wrong to think that Jesus’s return could have been near; almost two thousand years have gone by since. But when the New Testament speaks of the nearness or the imminence of the Lord’s return, it does not mean that it has to take place within a short period of time. What is meant is that Christ’s coming (Greek parousia) is the very next event in God’s timetable of redemption and that it could take place within a short ...

281. Mary: The Handmaiden of the Lord

Luke 1:38-45

Sermon

Charley Reeb

... me? I can tell you that the story of Mary and Elizabeth means more to me and Brandy this Christmas than it ever has! And I can also tell you that Gabriel speaks the truth! Nothing is impossible with God! Mary responds to Gabriel and says, “I am the Lord’s servant! Let it happen as you have said.” And the angel left her. –Luke 1:38 (CEV) Mary did not question it any more. She accepted it and said, “So be it! Let’s do this!” Mary’s pregnancy was coming along nicely and Mary’s family decided ...

282. The Lord Rejects Saul as King

1 Samuel 15:1-35

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

... has failed to grasp the permanent significance of his action and still hopes for forgiveness. But Samuel, concerned that his return with Saul may be seen as affirmation of Saul’s position, repeats the words of his oracle. Saul has rejected the word of the LORD and thus the Lord has rejected him as king. There can be no going back from this. Saul’s further attempt to hold on to Samuel only brings him more grief, the reminder that another will replace him. The description of God as the Glory of Israel is ...

283. Confessing Loyalty to the Lord of the Land and His Benefits

Psalm 16:1-11

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

... or more particularly a confession of faith in and loyalty to Yahweh. 16:1–4 It opens with a general petition for protection in the image of refuge. Verses 2–4 probably act as a report (I said) of the worshiper’s confession declaring, “You are my Lord,” as distinct from other gods. He resolves that Yahweh will be his sole source for good. This loyalty is further spelled out by a refusal to participate in pagan rituals (libations of blood and taking up their names on my lips). Hosea 2:17 may provide ...

284. Taste and See that the Lord Hears and Delivers

Psalm 34:1-22

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

... deliverance exemplifies (vv. 3, 5, 7). 34:8–14 This section exhorts the audience with imperatives to experience (taste and see) the LORD himself and to fear him, so they may enjoy his “blessing” (v. 8) of providence (vv. 9–10) and a life of ... seek peace. As in the wisdom literature of Proverbs, the teacher commands children (Prov. 1:8; 4:1; 5:7; 7:24; 8:32) about the fear of the LORD (Prov. 1:7; 2:5; 8:13; 9:10; 10:27), and uses the desire for long life and “many . . . days” (Prov. 3:2, 16; 4:10; 9 ...

285. A Blessing on the Family Who Fears the Lord

Psalm 128:1-6

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

... . 28:1–14 are evidenced in three areas of life: agricultural produce, the family, and national security.) As for the male perspective in this psalm of ascent, we must keep in mind that “three times a year all the men are to appear before the Sovereign LORD” (Exod. 23:17; cf. Deut. 16:16) at the major temple festivals. Nevertheless, the meaning of this psalm is easily extended to include both male and female. 128:5–6 Now the psalm seeks to make this ideal a reality, not merely through one’s labor ...

286. A Tale of Two Oaths: David’s for the Lord’s Dwelling and the Lord’s for David’s Dynasty in Zion

Psalm 132:1-18

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

... no blind support of the status quo. Moreover, the oracle of verse 14 makes clear who is the supreme King: here “I will sit enthroned.” In this psalm we see Yahweh acting in response to human initiative. In response to David’s swearing an oath to the Lord about finding for him a resting place, Yahweh swears an oath to David. But Yahweh’s oath far exceeds David’s vow to Yahweh. He promises that David’s sons will sit . . . for ever and ever and that Yahweh himself will sit at his resting place for ...

287. The Real "Lord's Prayer"

John 17:6-19

Sermon

King Duncan

... loving Father in prayer. Jesus prayed for others. He prayed for his disciples, and then he prayed for all those people he had never met, people who hadn’t even been born yet, generations of people yet to be born who would come to believe in him as their Lord and Savior. In other words, in his last hours on earth, Jesus prayed for you and me. What an incredible gift of love! There is a true story that Admiral William McRaven of the U.S. Special Forces Operation Command tells of his training as a Navy SEAL ...

288. Boast In The Lord

1 Corinthians 1:18--2:5

Sermon

Richard Hasler

... . Also he left another gift to his church to purchase a communion set that would reflect the beauty of this moment when people came to meditate upon God's love freely given through the broken body and shed blood of the Savior. Today in his congregation the Lord's Supper is open to all who believe in Jesus Christ. Black as well as white people gather together to commune as a family of faith. Amos' legacy symbolizes his dream that never died.3 The Russian key-lady was a nobody, too. Author Madeleine L'Engle ...

289. The Glory Of The Lord

Matthew 25:31-46

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Robert F. Crowley

... to Him who sits on the throne and who lives forever and ever, the twenty-four elders fall down before Him who sits on the throne, and worship Him who lives forever and ever. They lay their crowns before the throne and say: TWENTY-FOUR ELDERS: You are worthy, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they were created, and have their being. FIRST MAN: Then I saw in the right hand of Him who sat on the throne, a scroll with writing on both sides and ...

290. Come O Lord, That We Might Know Peace

Isaiah 2:1-5, Isaiah 2:6-22

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... kingdom of God shall reign through peace and love. Leader: And the tools of war will be needed no longer. People: Nation shall accept nation; bitterness shall be no more. Leader: Come let us lift our voices in song and praise before God! All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, Who has called us together to be one in Your Holy fellowship called the Church, draw us ever closer to each other and to You as we bow together before You in worship. In Christ's name we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession ...

291. The Lord of Life

Deuteronomy 30:11-20

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James Wilson

... Almighty God, You could have rightfully turned away from us, for we have all fallen short in sin. Yet You chose to reach out and show us salvation. We praise Your Holy Name. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, so often we have chosen to live by our own rules even though You have warned us that only Your ways lead to true life. So often we have been like children wanting everything our way instead of hearing Your promises of life for those who will reach out to ...

292. The Lord Is Our Redeemer

Exodus 12:1-30

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James Wilson

... ! Collect O God, in Your mighty right hand You hold the power to strike down even the most powerful among nations, yet in Your love You choose to persuade our hearts. We praise You, O Lord. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, so often we have failed to hear Your promise that in Christ we will be set free. Too often we look for freedom in the ways of the world. We seek success and excess, thinking these things will at last set us free, rather than turning to You and accepting ...

293. The Lord Is Faithful

Exodus 13:17--14:31

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James Wilson

... God. Leader: When Moses led Israel out of Egypt God watched over them in the night. People: And as Moses and Israel reached the shore, God parted the sea. Leader: Then let our souls be at peace in the hands of Almighty God. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, Your wondrous power is beyond our mere ability to comprehend, yet over and over You have entered the course of history to demonstrate Your love for us. Thank You ...

294. The Glory of the Lord

Exodus 33:12-23

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James Wilson

... O God, Creator of the vast universe and all it contains, You have given us such a place of honor by calling us to be Your children. We thank You, O Lord. Help us to be faithful. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, so often today we tend to take You for granted and we lose sight of the fact You are God. We see many advances in computers and electronics; chemistry and medicine; and we can observe life seeming to go faster every day; yet we fail to see Your glory and ...

295. Baptism of Our Lord

Luke 3:21-38, Luke 3:1-20, Isaiah 43:1-13, Isaiah 42:1-9, Acts 8:9-25, Acts 10:23b-48

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John R. Brokhoff

... to be his God, to forgive, to deliver from evil, and to be with him always. God is faithful to his promises. In this covenental relationship, a Christian senses always that God is with him. WORSHIP RESOURCES Psalm Of The Day: Psalm 29 -- "The voice of the Lord is over the waters." (v. 3a) Prayer Of The Day: "Father in heaven, at the baptism of Jesus in the river Jordan you proclaimed your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit. Make all who are baptized into Christ faithful in their calling to be ...

296. Ascension Of Our Lord

Luke 24:36-49

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Dennis Koch

... . Our eyes are straining to see Jesus!The struggle between faith and doubt is smoldering within our souls and we are looking for assurance. We are looking for answers. Clouds still obscure our view. Could it be that we are looking for Jesus in the wrong places? Lord God, shift our gaze from heaven to our immediate surroundings. Open our minds to see you most clearly in the needs of the people we meet. Open our minds to understand the scriptures and resolve the struggle between doubt and faith. We are ready ...

297. I Want To Go South, Lord

Sermon

Jerry Eckert

... this awful place. He keys in(dials) God's number, 1-800-555-0001. Abram: Hello, God? This is Abram. Uh, I want to gosouth, Lord. God: WHAT'S THE PROBLEM? (What is the problem?) Abram: Do you realize how hot it is down here? It'sterrible. There's no food. ... . Are You ever going to come through for me? God: YOU SEEM TO WANT EVERYTHING RIGHT NOW. (Yes, I do want everything right now.) Abram: Lord, I left a perfectly good life at Ur. Ididn't complain. I've done all you asked. But there's noson. God: I'M WORKING ...

298. I Want To Go South, Lord

Genesis 12:1-8

Drama

Jerry Eckert

... this awful place. He keys in (dials) God's number, 1-800-555-0001. Abram: Hello, God? This is Abram. Uh, I want to go south, Lord. God: WHAT'S THE PROBLEM? (What is the problem?) Abram: Do you realize how hot it is down here? It's terrible. There's no food. ... me. Are You ever going to come through for me? God: YOU SEEM TO WANT EVERYTHING RIGHT NOW. (Yes, I do want everything right now.) Abram: Lord, I left a perfectly good life at Ur. I didn't complain. I've done all you asked. But there's no son. God: I'M ...

299. The Lord Is Our Salvation

Isaiah 42:10-17, Isaiah 42:1-9

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James Wilson

... are called to proclaim the joy of the Gospel in all of the world. People: We are called to share what we have with the hurting and the poor. Leader: Let us celebrate our mission and let us always give God the praise. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect Almighty and wonderful God, it is beyond our human minds to comprehend You or even Your creation, yet You have called us to share in Your ways by caring for and loving others. We praise You ...

300. David Sins Before The Lord

2 Samuel 11:1-27

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James Wilson

... . Leader: Yet God has chosen the plan of our salvation through the cross. People: And are we washed clean of our sins and made acceptable in God's sight? Leader: We are indeed, for God loves us beyond anything we could imagine. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, You are so merciful and forgiving. You saw the sin of David yet You did not destroy his life but rather called him to repentance. Call us anew to repentance that we might serve You. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession ...

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276. The Lord's Calf

Illustration

277. The Lord's Anger Against Israel

Hosea 13:1-16

Understanding Series

Elizabeth Achtemeier

278. Jonah's Anger at the Lord's Compassion

Jonah 4:1-11

Understanding Series

Elizabeth Achtemeier

279. The Lord Rejects Saul as King

1 Samuel 15:1-35

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

280. Waiting on the Lord

James 5:7-12

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

281. Mary: The Handmaiden of the Lord

Luke 1:38-45

Sermon

Charley Reeb

282. The Lord Rejects Saul as King

1 Samuel 15:1-35

Understanding Series

Mary J. Evans

283. Confessing Loyalty to the Lord of the Land and His Benefits

Psalm 16:1-11

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

284. Taste and See that the Lord Hears and Delivers

Psalm 34:1-22

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

285. A Blessing on the Family Who Fears the Lord

Psalm 128:1-6

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

286. A Tale of Two Oaths: David’s for the Lord’s Dwelling and the Lord’s for David’s Dynasty in Zion

Psalm 132:1-18

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

287. The Real "Lord's Prayer"

John 17:6-19

Sermon

King Duncan

288. Boast In The Lord

1 Corinthians 1:18--2:5

Sermon

Richard Hasler

289. The Glory Of The Lord

Matthew 25:31-46

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

290. Come O Lord, That We Might Know Peace

Isaiah 2:1-5, Isaiah 2:6-22

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

291. The Lord of Life

Deuteronomy 30:11-20

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

292. The Lord Is Our Redeemer

Exodus 12:1-30

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

293. The Lord Is Faithful

Exodus 13:17--14:31

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

294. The Glory of the Lord

Exodus 33:12-23

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

295. Baptism of Our Lord

Luke 3:21-38, Luke 3:1-20, Isaiah 43:1-13, Isaiah 42:1-9, Acts 8:9-25, Acts 10:23b-48

Sermon Aid

John R. Brokhoff

296. Ascension Of Our Lord

Luke 24:36-49

Bulletin Aid

Dennis Koch

297. I Want To Go South, Lord

Sermon

Jerry Eckert

298. I Want To Go South, Lord

Genesis 12:1-8

Drama

Jerry Eckert

... this awful place. He keys in (dials) God's number, 1-800-555-0001. Abram: Hello, God? This is Abram. Uh, I want to go south, Lord. God: WHAT'S THE PROBLEM? (What is the problem?) Abram: Do you realize how hot it is down here? It's terrible. There's no food. ... me. Are You ever going to come through for me? God: YOU SEEM TO WANT EVERYTHING RIGHT NOW. (Yes, I do want everything right now.) Abram: Lord, I left a perfectly good life at Ur. I didn't complain. I've done all you asked. But there's no son. God: I'M ...

299. The Lord Is Our Salvation

Isaiah 42:10-17, Isaiah 42:1-9

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

300. David Sins Before The Lord

2 Samuel 11:1-27

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

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