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3376. Warning! In Case Of Rapture This Car Will Be Unmanned.

Mark 13:1-31

Sermon

Carl B. Rife

"From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts forth its leaves, you know that summer is near. So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that he is near, at the very gates. Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have taken place. Heaven and earth will pass away, but my ...

3377. Delivery

Sermon

Michael Rogness

... bored by lectures read to them, no matter how good the material. Only in the upper levels of graduate school, where students have become re-accustomed to the educational world of print, do teachers read lectures, and even there an effective teacher leaves the script and speaks directly and personally to the students. We have already noted that the impersonal nature of television has produced a passive audience. People are accustomed to being addressed directly, but they do not listen as well. I know a ...

3378. He Came Seeking Fruit

Luke 13:1-9

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

... , he began to wonder if the room the fig tree required, in which several grape vines could be planted, was not unwise and unproductive use of the soil. A large fig can take up a considerable amount of ground in the expanse of its branches and large leaves. The climate in Palestine is very similar to that in Texas, and is conducive to the production of that kind of fruit tree. The owner brought knowledgeable, experienced help to care for his vineyard and fig tree. The owner wanted the benefit of one who knew ...

3379. Strong Faith For Weak People

Romans 14:1--15:13

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Clement E. Lewis

... the importance of the central facts of belief, and diverted to peripheral matters. There was in a certain congregation a very devoted Christian whom people sought to avoid, because though he had a fine education, he lacked the good common sense to leave off continually posing some kind of philosophical or religious argument. His learning prevented his stressing the graciousness that is in simple things. He somehow had missed the words of Paul, "Welcome those who are weak in faith, but not for the purpose ...

3380. Elements Of Devotion

Acts 17:16-34

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

... now be accomplished. All of these combined factors help us to realize that there is real purpose in living, and that objectivity and personal wholesomeness are needful for completion of the devotional attitude and accomplishment of a cause. The Benediction: O God, as we leave these moments of devotions together, grant that we may have a sense of your abiding presence, courage to face all that is required of us, and that we may accomplish that which is most helpful by the increase of our faith and personal ...

3381. The Wonderful Mystery Of The Christian Religion

1 Timothy 3:1-16

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Clement E. Lewis

... organization. It became a favorite of British soldiers during the South African War, as it appeared in the Sankey book of hymns, No. 494. That is why 494 became the military secret password. After more than a century it is still a favorite and a comfort to many. Let us leave this service with the text of today's message lingering in our minds: "Without any doubt, the mystery of our religion is great." Hymn: "God Be With You"

3382. The Virtue Of Self-Management

Proverbs 3:1-35

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Clement E. Lewis

... is willing to be dependent on the initiative of others, or is callous and unconcerned. When anyone says, "I don't feel responsible; let someone else do it," he or she is inviting the loss of both opportunity and freedom. If we constantly leave it to others, we will be constantly dissatisfied, acknowledging incompetence, and abandoning our best selves. Each of us must feel responsibility or lose the virtue of self-management. When young people say such things, it is usually because they haven't learned ...

3383. When The Heart Is Right Before God

Acts 8:9-25

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Clement E. Lewis

... others? *Is this prudent in practice, and will the result be fruitful or helpful? *Am I being theologically correct, and will it stand the test of what God expects of us? *Will my decision and action be spiritually uplifting, or will it lower my standards and leave me with a sense of being less than pure, or at my best? *Though it may seem right for me, will what I decide hurt anyone else? William Jennings Bryan once said something well worth our hearing again, for it is excellent counsel. "Never be afraid ...

3384. What Are You Doing With The Rest Of Your Life?

1 Peter 4:1-11

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

... the rest will fall into place. A Closing Prayer: O God, one of the temptations and sins of old age is giving up, caring no longer, and wishing that we were dead. We can, if we will, do something about the first two things, and we know that we should leave the last one up to you. We know that the important thing is to be properly ready when the last of these things occurs. In the meanwhile, Lord, help us to put as much "spunk" as possible into planning and caring, remembering that so long as we are alive, we ...

3385. Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me

Matthew 16:21-28

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

... now?" And as you discover the answer, take up your cross and follow him, remembering, "There's a cross for everyone, and there's a cross for me." Yes, there is a cross for every age and state of life. Hymn: "Take Up Thy Cross" The Sending Forth: As we leave this time of worship, let us remember: "The cross that he gave may be heavy, But it ne'er outweighs his grace; The storm that I feared may surround me, But it ne'er excludes his face. The cross is not greater than his grace, The storm cannot hide his ...

3386. If We Are Dreamers

Joel 2:18-27, Joel 2:28-32

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

... for 10 years. One day was granted before the decree should be enforced, but on that day nobody laughed. The prospect of having no laughter as medicine for the heart had already banished joy. In this dream there was also a ban on beauty. The leaves of autumn were commanded to die and fall without their manifold coloring. Spring was commanded not to return, and winter was forbidden to paint the landscape; and many people cried, "If beauty dies, let me die too. Without roses, autumn woods, and spring, and the ...

3387. What Shall We Be?

Children's Sermon

Kenneth Mortonson

... to obtain it is now while you are young." To the parents and other adults, this illustration says, "Make sure that the example of your home and community provides these young children with the best shaped mold or pattern that you can construct. Once they leave your environment there is little you can do to prepare them for life." Possible Times To Use This Illustration In The Home: When making a repair on the house, thus giving thought to the importance of the home improvement. When making something in the ...

3388. Easter 7

John 17:6-19

Bulletin Aid

Dennis Koch

Gospel Note This passage is a portion of Christ's "high priestly," parting prayer for the disciples he is leaving behind. In it, "the world" is treated largely as a hostile environment, under Satan's control, and Jesus' followers as foreigners who, like their Master, are "in" but not "of" the world. At the same time, the prayer presupposes that these foreigners are about to set out on a mission ...

3389. The Resurrection of Our Lord

John 20:10-18, John 20:1-9

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Dennis Koch

Gospel Note A comparison of these narratives yields many discrepancies of detail, but both attest the unexpectedness of the event and the astonishment of the witnesses; indeed, the "short ending" of Mark's Gospel leaves them utterly speechless and shaken. Though Mary is not left at a complete loss for words in John's longer and more moving account, her utterances bespeak amazement. Liturgical Color White or gold Suggested Hymns Christians, To The Paschal Victim Good Christian Friends, Rejoice And Sing ...

3390. Christmas 1

Luke 2:21-40

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Dennis Koch

... find their deepest hopes, not just for the vindication of Jerusalem but indeed for universal salvation, at last fulfilled in the person of the Christ-child. Liturgical Color White Suggested Hymns All praise To You, Eternal Lord The Only Son From Heaven I Leave, As You Have Promised, Lord Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence In This Temple Now Behold Him O Lord, Now Let Your Servant Prayer for Christmas 1 Thank you, Lord, for sending messengers throughout centuries and centuries of history. We know that nothing ...

3391. Easter 7

Acts 1:12-26, Psalm 1:1-6

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B. David Hostetter

... the path that sinners tread, or sit in the seat of scoffers; but their delight is in the law of the LORD ,and on his law they meditate day and night. They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season, and their leaves do not wither. In all that they do, they prosper. The wicked are not so, but are like chaff that the wind drives away. Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous; for the LORD watches over the way ...

3392. Epiphany 8

Mark 2:18-22, Mark 2:13-17, Psalm 103:1-22

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B. David Hostetter

... your reliance on God through Christ and depend only on the qualifications the Spirit gives. None of us in ourselves can serve God worthily. PRAYER OF THE DAY Leader and Teacher with all authority, speak to us as to the first disciples that we may leave behind all lesser callings for the privilege of living with you in daily communion and the service of others in whatever vocation. Amen. PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING God of all times, contemporary Christ, living Spirit, we give thanks to you for all in whose lives ...

3393. Proper 16

John 6:60-71, John 6:25-59, Psalm 84:1-12

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B. David Hostetter

... holy and without blemish. Friends, believe the Good News! In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. EXHORTATION As member of the church, be subject to Christ and husbands and wives be subject to one another out of reverence for Christ. PRAYER OF THE DAY Faithful God, when others leave you and your word, help us to be true to your Son, Jesus, no matter how hard that choice is and how unpopular. Steady us in our resolve to serve you always and to seek no easier service through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. PRAYER OF ...

3394. Proper 17

Mk 7:1-23 · James 1:17-27 · SS 2 · Ps 45

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B. David Hostetter

... so order our thoughts that our actions may give evidence of your inner rule in our lives and our worship be no vain lip-service but heartfelt obedience to your commands. Amen. PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING God our guardian, we give hearty thanks that you do not leave us defenseless against the evil around us or already within us. Not only our physical safety but our spiritual security are of concern to you. We appreciate the many resources you have given us to fight against the ploys of the evil one. We enjoy the ...

3395. Prayers for Mark 8: 27-38

Mark 8:31--9:1, Mark 8:27-30, Psalm 19:1-14

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B. David Hostetter

... Son, Jesus Christ. Amen. Declaration of God's Forgiveness Hear the Good News! Gracious is the Lord and righteous; our God is full of compassion. When we are brought low, God saves us. Friends, believe the Good News! In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Exhortation Leave self behind, take up your cross and follow Jesus. Walk in the Lord's presence in the land of the living. Prayer of the Day Suffering Savior, Son of the suffering God, grant us courage to accept suffering as well as healing and help for ...

3396. Proper 20

Mark 9:30-37

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... the path that sinners tread, or sit in the seat of scoffers; but their delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law they meditate day and night. They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season, and their leaves do not wither. In all that they do, they prosper. The wicked are not so, but are like chaff that the wind drives away. Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous; for the LORD watches over the way ...

3397. Show Us The Father, and We Shall Be Satisfied

John 14:5-14

Sermon

Larry Powell

... and the others are reminiscent of the man standing by the sea listening for the sound of the ocean in a seashell. Jesus and the 12 were in the upper room. The Passover meal had been shared, Jesus had washed the disciples' feet, and Judas had taken his leave. All things having been accomplished, Jesus informs the 11 that the time has come for his departure. Very brief dialogues with Simon Peter and Thomas follow, to which Jesus adds, "No one comes to the Father, but by me. If you had known me, you would have ...

3398. The Set Face And The Turned Head

Luke 9:51-56, Luke 9:57-62

Sermon

Larry Powell

... and I deal with it? The second word descriptive of the kind of commitment to which the gospel invites us is "tenacious." Sam Jones once remarked that a woman can go into a store containing $1 million worth of inventory, buy a card of needles and leave without buying anything else. How? Because the only thing she had on her mind was a card of needles. One purpose, a solitary mission, or to use a scriptural phrase, "singleness of eye." That is half the matter. Add to that the persistent, relentless pursuit of ...

3399. Fleshing Out The Word

Luke 10:1-24

Sermon

Larry Powell

... ocean) and allow for it. Despite all that, the Isle of Man was still pretty much just a place on the map to me and, for some reason, the whole business of the exchange simply had not come alive for me. That is, until the week before we were to leave. A wonderful couple in our church invited my wife and me to have dinner with them one evening in their home. Knowing that our main meat dish for the next six weeks was to be lamb, they served lamb and sauce to acquaint us with a food unfamiliar to our ...

3400. Receive The Holy Spirit

John 20:19-23

Sermon

Larry Powell

... director, a Mr. Rodeheaver whose first name is not known to me, recorded the following story about a young boy who sang in his choir. The boy's name was Joey and Rodeheaver delicately noted that Joey was not "quite right." However, the lad would not leave the tabernacle at night until he had managed a hand shake from the music director. "It was sometimes embarrassing the way he would stand against me and wait until the last person had gone before he would say goodbye," Rodeheaver admitted. One evening a man ...

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3376. Warning! In Case Of Rapture This Car Will Be Unmanned.

Mark 13:1-31

Sermon

Carl B. Rife

3377. Delivery

Sermon

Michael Rogness

3378. He Came Seeking Fruit

Luke 13:1-9

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

3379. Strong Faith For Weak People

Romans 14:1--15:13

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

3380. Elements Of Devotion

Acts 17:16-34

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

3381. The Wonderful Mystery Of The Christian Religion

1 Timothy 3:1-16

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

3382. The Virtue Of Self-Management

Proverbs 3:1-35

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

3383. When The Heart Is Right Before God

Acts 8:9-25

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

3384. What Are You Doing With The Rest Of Your Life?

1 Peter 4:1-11

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

3385. Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me

Matthew 16:21-28

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

3386. If We Are Dreamers

Joel 2:18-27, Joel 2:28-32

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

3387. What Shall We Be?

Children's Sermon

Kenneth Mortonson

3388. Easter 7

John 17:6-19

Bulletin Aid

Dennis Koch

3389. The Resurrection of Our Lord

John 20:10-18, John 20:1-9

Bulletin Aid

Dennis Koch

3390. Christmas 1

Luke 2:21-40

Bulletin Aid

Dennis Koch

3391. Easter 7

Acts 1:12-26, Psalm 1:1-6

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3392. Epiphany 8

Mark 2:18-22, Mark 2:13-17, Psalm 103:1-22

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3393. Proper 16

John 6:60-71, John 6:25-59, Psalm 84:1-12

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3394. Proper 17

Mk 7:1-23 · James 1:17-27 · SS 2 · Ps 45

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3395. Prayers for Mark 8: 27-38

Mark 8:31--9:1, Mark 8:27-30, Psalm 19:1-14

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3396. Proper 20

Mark 9:30-37

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... the path that sinners tread, or sit in the seat of scoffers; but their delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law they meditate day and night. They are like trees planted by streams of water, which yield their fruit in its season, and their leaves do not wither. In all that they do, they prosper. The wicked are not so, but are like chaff that the wind drives away. Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous; for the LORD watches over the way ...

3397. Show Us The Father, and We Shall Be Satisfied

John 14:5-14

Sermon

Larry Powell

3398. The Set Face And The Turned Head

Luke 9:51-56, Luke 9:57-62

Sermon

Larry Powell

3399. Fleshing Out The Word

Luke 10:1-24

Sermon

Larry Powell

3400. Receive The Holy Spirit

John 20:19-23

Sermon

Larry Powell

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