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3951. A Violent Wind

Acts 2:1-13

Sermon

King Duncan

... of the treasure is still believed to be sitting at the bottom of Mud Lake. (6) All that gold just sitting at the bottom of a lake waiting. In the same way, we have available to us potential for new life, new purpose, new joy just waiting for us to claim. All we need is to open ourselves to God’s Spirit. The Holy Spirit brings us life. There is a second characteristic of wind we need to consider: wind is unseen. We know it by its results. Maple trees depend on the wind to blow their seeds to new places ...

3952. The Power of Belief

John 20:24-31

Sermon

King Duncan

... experience this astronomical phenomenon for themselves by jumping in the air at 9:47 that morning. If they did so, he said, they would experience a strange floating sensation. When 9:47 A.M. arrived, BBC2 began to receive hundreds of calls from listeners who claimed that they had felt the sensation. One woman said that she had been seated around a table with eleven friends, and that all of them, including the table, had begun to float around the room. Another caller complained that she had risen from the ...

3953. Romans 8:12-17

Romans 8:1-17

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

... of the Spirit. Paul asserts that these are no longer just men and women faithfully following Christ. Those who have Christ’s Spirit are now fully “children of God” (v.14). This new identity is the life-affirming, flesh-transcending “chosenness” that Paul claims and celebrates. In Paul’s previous life of chosenness as a Jew, the language of being a “child of God” was an image reserved for the people of Israel alone. Once Israel as an independent nation ceased to exist the identity of being ...

3954. Heart-Healthy Christians

Romans 8:18-27

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

... to formula. Prayer is patterned and pre-formatted. The Bible says “the joy of the Lord is your strength.” No wonder one-calorie Christianity is so weak. Instead of celebrating that “the joy of the Lord is yours,” One Calorie Christians claim “The presence of the Lord is MINE.” 2) Second, one-calorie Christianity is a formaldehyde faith. When some artificial sweeteners are being chemically broken down and processed by our bodies, for a brief moment of time the biochemical formulation becomes ...

3955. A Life of Trust

2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Sermon

King Duncan

... ago, was named the “Unluckiest Man in New York City.” This poor fellow, who was profiled in the Los Angeles Times, was nearly electrocuted in a construction site accident in 1984. For weeks he lay in a coma, with his lawyers fighting for his liability claim until one of them was disbarred and two of them died. In the meantime Hanratty’s wife ran off with her lawyer. Then Hanratty lost his car in a terrible crash. To make matters worse, after the police had left the scene of the accident, criminals ...

3956. Proper 14

2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33, Psalm 130:1-8, John 6:25, 41-51, Ephesians 4:25–5:2

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... —Psalm 130 First Lesson—King David mourns the murder of his rebellious son, Absalom. 2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33 Second Lesson—The apostle Paul mentions some daily specifics of morality that should reflect Christian faith. Ephesians 4:25–5:2 Gospel—The messianic claim of Jesus is expressed in the metaphor of heavenly manna. John 6:35, 41-51 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Await God’s presence and hope in God’s word ...

3957. First Sunday of Advent

Psalm 80:1-19, Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 13:24-37, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... have declared yourself to be our kin, One who has ransomed us. In some ways you are like a permissive parent, who allows us enough room to get ourselves into trouble when we follow undisciplined instincts. Too often we are more like people who claim no affinity to you than like a people who bear your name. Forgive our tendency to slough off responsibility for our decision. Excuse the incompleteness of many of our confessions. We trust you still because of Jesus Christ, your Son. Amen Declaration of Pardon ...

3958. Christmas Eve and Day

Psalm 96:1-13, Isaiah 9:1-7, Luke 2:1-14, (15-20), Titus 2:1-15

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... who trust you may receive your Word, and live together in love. Lead all nations in the way of justice and goodwill. Direct those who govern, that they may rule fairly, maintain order, uphold those in need, and defend oppressed people; that this world may claim your rule and know true peace. Give grace to all who proclaim the gospel through Word and Sacrament and deeds of mercy, that by their teaching and example they may bring others into your communion. Comfort and relieve, O God, all who are in trouble ...

3959. Nobody Is Too Big to Fail. Nobody Is Too Small to Prevail.

Mark 6:1-6

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

... down the streets with a droopy diaper? How could the “son of Mary,” one of apparently questionable parentage and no social standing, be a possible messiah? How could a mere “tekton”, a stone-mason, a metal worker, a wood carver, a day laborer, claim any authority to speak God’s word with divine insight? And yet he did. Jesus returned to Nazareth. Jesus made a point of going home and facing the ultimate test – the home crowd. He knew the expected consequences. He knew the rumors of rejection ...

3960. Penguins in Mission

Ephesians 1:1-14

Sermon

King Duncan

... , few peoples have been punished more than the Jewish people. More than one suffering Jew has lifted his head toward heaven and pleaded, “Please God, next time can’t you choose someone else?” Some of you remember when Golda Meir was the leader of Israel. She once claimed to be disappointed with her heritage. She said, “Let me tell you the one thing I have against Moses. He took us forty years into the desert in order to bring us to the one place in the Middle East that has no oil!” She was being ...

3961. We Cannot Not Be Sinners

Mark 6:14-29

Illustration

Scott Hoezee

... for the subway, does not grab and grope at the co-worker in the attractive dress. In principle the sinner can, and often does, avoid any particular sin, Brunner noted. But what we cannot do is avoid every sin. We cannot not be sinners. We cannot claim that we have never done it wrong. We cannot promise that we will never do another wrong thing, speak another cross word, or think another angry thought in the future. Even if the alcoholic promises never to take another drink or the adulterer vows never again ...

3962. Public-pressure

Mark 6:14-29; Matt 14:1-12

Illustration

Dan Erickson

One of my favorite stories is The Emperor's New Clothes. It is the tale about an Emperor who was swindled by a supposed tailor. The man claims to sew a new, special suit for the Emperor. It is special because only those who are wise will see the clothes, while those who are foolish will find them invisible. Not wanting to be labeled a fool, the Emperor pretends he can see the suit, pretends to put it ...

3963. Proper 9

2 Kings 5:1-27, Psalm 30:1-12, Luke 10:1-11, 16-20, Galatians 6:1-16

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... that you will show usyour salvation. Our chief hope is in Jesus Christ, crucified in young adulthood, but raised from the dead to give us hope of like resurrection and eternal life. We believe that you have already fulfilled your promised salvation to all who have hoped in you and claim that destiny for ourselves in the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives at your right hand and with you and the Holy Spirit rules heaven and earth, to whom be majesty and glory forever. Amen.

3964. Proper 16

Hebrews 12:14-29, Jeremiah 1:1-19, Psalm 71:1-24, Luke 13:10-17

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... and develop further checks and balances in our economic system that will encourage the best effort of every citizen of whatever capability by providing opportunities for work and leisure that are wholesome and fulfilling. Restrain unjust and presumptuous claims of nation against nation, class against class, ideology against ideology. Grant us the honesty that acknowledges our own fault before pointing out the faults of others. In the midst of conflict and confusion we become impatient for the coming ...

3965. Proper 18

Psalm 139:1-24, Jeremiah 18:1-11, Luke 14:25-35, Philemon 1:1-21

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... can give us courage in the face of challenge and perseverance in the time of fatigue. Forgive us if we have turned back from your Son, not for the disgrace we bring on ourselves, but for the shame we bring to his name. We have no claim but his gracious intercession for us. Amen. Declaration of Pardon Pastor: Friends, hear the Good News! God gives us grace and peace through Jesus Christ. People: Such knowledge is too wonderful for me! Pastor: Friends, believe the Good News! People: In Jesus Christ, we are ...

3966. Proper 27

Psalm 98:1-9; 145:1-5, 17-21, Haggai 1:15b-2:9, Luke 20:27-40, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... humanity. May the preaching and living of the gospel bring to faith in Christ all who remain in disobedience and disbelief. Save us from dogmatism, pride, and divisiveness that we may be humble disciples sharing our riches in Christ with those who have not yet laid claim to that treasure. We pray for the world and all its people, but especially for our nation and its citizenry. Grant true dignity to our leaders that they may govern us with grace and wisdom enacting good laws for the benefit of all and not ...

3967. “Bad Form” and Bad Jesus

Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

... when the stage came to the hill, the distinctions emerged. The second-class passengers had to get out and walk. The first class passengers remained in the coach. The third-class passengers had to get out and push. Jesus is ALWAYS third class . . . and when people who claim the name of Jesus stay in the coach and let others do the pushing, it’s swearing time. Have you noticed how swearing and cursing no longer seem to be a big deal? Every one seems to have their own personal swear words, and our everyday ...

3968. Bad Form and Bad Jesus

Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

3969. Christmas Eve

Psalm 96:1-13, Isaiah 9:1-7, Luke 2:1-14 (15-20), Titus 2:1-15

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... who trust you may receive your Word, and live together in love. Lead all nations in the way of justice and goodwill. Direct those who govern, that they may rule fairly, maintain order, uphold those in need, and defend oppressed people—that this world may claim your rule and know true peace. Give grace to all who proclaim the gospel through Word and Sacrament and deeds of mercy, that by their teaching and example they may bring others into your communion. Comfort and relieve, O God, all who are in trouble ...

3970. First Sunday after Christmas Day

Isaiah 63:7-9, Isaiah 63:7--64:12, Matthew 2:13-23, Hebrews 2:10-18

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... of peace, depending on the power of armaments to maintain governments and not sparing even children in the massacres of war. Forgive us if we have been advocates of war or indifferent to the needs of refugees. We need to learn more just ways of settling claims to govern and more equitable distribution of the good things you have created for us all to enjoy. Free us all to serve each other in Christlike tenderness, for your Name's sake. Amen Prayer of Assurance Holy God, though the perfection of Jesus Christ ...

3971. Proper 22

Matthew 21:33-46, Psalm 19:1-14, Exodus 20:1-21, Philippians 3:1-11

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... . Exhortation Forget what is behind you and reach out to that which lies ahead, the goal and the prize of heavenly glory in Christ Jesus. PRAYER OF THE DAY Cornerstone of the Church, remind us of who you are, that we may never reject you and your claims for our reverence and obedience, made known by prophets and apostles, who with us are built into an abiding structure for your service among the nations. Amen PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING God of the many and the few, God of the weak and the strong, God of saints ...

3972. Proper 24

Matthew 22:15-22, Psalm 99:1-9, Exodus 33:12-23, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... in personal service. Though you have made us in your likeness, we behave as if we are self-made and with no obligation to please you, our Maker, and no duty to serve you, our Teacher, and no accountability to you, our Judge. Forgive our false claims to what is yours and our ungrateful use and abuse of your creation; for the sake of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen Declaration of Pardon Pastor: Friends, hear the Good News! Brothers and sisters beloved by God, receive the divine gifts of grace and peace. People ...

3973. The Image of Bread

John 6:35, 41-51

Illustration

David E. Hall

... with me." At a Weight Watchers meeting just after Easter, one woman said with pride, "This is the first year my children realized that chocolate Eastern bunnies came with ears." Eating is one of those areas of experience in which most of us feel qualified to claim expertise. A scientist in California once computed that the average American eats sixteen times his weight in a year. A horse, on the other hand, only eats eight times his weight. Which means what? That if you eat like a horse, you're probably not ...

3974. What Is Your Name?

Genesis 32:22-32

Sermon

Mike Ripski

... home to ponder. There’s more to the story. Jacob goes to his uncle Laban’s. He marries Laban’s daughters Leah and Rachel. His family grew. His flocks grew. His wealth grew. And his cousins become jealous of him. Jacob decides it’s time to go back home to claim the land that God promised him. If he has to face Esau in order to get it, he’ll do it. He’s the Go-Getter., so he goes and gets. IV. Wrestling with the Stranger The night before he is to face his brother, Jacob goes to sleep by ...

3975. Ephesians 5:15-20

Ephesians 4:17--5:21

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

... of first century religious life in the ancient near east. There was the cult of emperor worship: participation in which was a political imperative. There was the host of Roman and Greek gods and goddesses: each jealous for attention, each claiming sovereignty over particular aspects of people’s lives. There were the “mystery religions:” their rites and rituals strictly shrouded from the uninitiated, and with promised participation in divine wisdom to those who found the secret way. The Hebrews had ...

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3951. A Violent Wind

Acts 2:1-13

Sermon

King Duncan

3952. The Power of Belief

John 20:24-31

Sermon

King Duncan

3953. Romans 8:12-17

Romans 8:1-17

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

3954. Heart-Healthy Christians

Romans 8:18-27

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

3955. A Life of Trust

2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Sermon

King Duncan

3956. Proper 14

2 Samuel 18:5-9, 15, 31-33, Psalm 130:1-8, John 6:25, 41-51, Ephesians 4:25–5:2

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3957. First Sunday of Advent

Psalm 80:1-19, Isaiah 64:1-9, Mark 13:24-37, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3958. Christmas Eve and Day

Psalm 96:1-13, Isaiah 9:1-7, Luke 2:1-14, (15-20), Titus 2:1-15

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3959. Nobody Is Too Big to Fail. Nobody Is Too Small to Prevail.

Mark 6:1-6

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

3960. Penguins in Mission

Ephesians 1:1-14

Sermon

King Duncan

3961. We Cannot Not Be Sinners

Mark 6:14-29

Illustration

Scott Hoezee

3962. Public-pressure

Mark 6:14-29; Matt 14:1-12

Illustration

Dan Erickson

3963. Proper 9

2 Kings 5:1-27, Psalm 30:1-12, Luke 10:1-11, 16-20, Galatians 6:1-16

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3964. Proper 16

Hebrews 12:14-29, Jeremiah 1:1-19, Psalm 71:1-24, Luke 13:10-17

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3965. Proper 18

Psalm 139:1-24, Jeremiah 18:1-11, Luke 14:25-35, Philemon 1:1-21

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3966. Proper 27

Psalm 98:1-9; 145:1-5, 17-21, Haggai 1:15b-2:9, Luke 20:27-40, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3967. “Bad Form” and Bad Jesus

Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

3968. Bad Form and Bad Jesus

Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

3969. Christmas Eve

Psalm 96:1-13, Isaiah 9:1-7, Luke 2:1-14 (15-20), Titus 2:1-15

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... who trust you may receive your Word, and live together in love. Lead all nations in the way of justice and goodwill. Direct those who govern, that they may rule fairly, maintain order, uphold those in need, and defend oppressed people—that this world may claim your rule and know true peace. Give grace to all who proclaim the gospel through Word and Sacrament and deeds of mercy, that by their teaching and example they may bring others into your communion. Comfort and relieve, O God, all who are in trouble ...

3970. First Sunday after Christmas Day

Isaiah 63:7-9, Isaiah 63:7--64:12, Matthew 2:13-23, Hebrews 2:10-18

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3971. Proper 22

Matthew 21:33-46, Psalm 19:1-14, Exodus 20:1-21, Philippians 3:1-11

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

3972. Proper 24

Matthew 22:15-22, Psalm 99:1-9, Exodus 33:12-23, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter