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4076. Psalm 23

Psalm 23

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Leonard Sweet

... . Other scholars refuse to tie Psalm 23 to specific Davidic experiences, describing the psalm as a "pilgrimage song" steeped in the communal history of exodus and wilderness wandering that all Israel shared. They cite the mention in verse 6 of "the house of the Lord" as a clear reference to the temple in Jerusalem. If this is in fact intended to be a reference to the temple proper and not, as others insist, a heavenly dwelling place with God this gives Psalm 23 a historical background probably set during ...

4077. John 3:1-17

John 3:1-17

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Leonard Sweet

... of God's Son Jesus Christ. No less astonishing is the motivation behind this act: God's love for the cosmos and every living being in it. Relating the Texts From the First Testament we have the text recording Isaiah's call to be a prophet for the Lord. This event, which changes Isaiah's life and gives him his mission, could not be called a joyous occasion. It is, rather, an experience fraught with ambivalence. The call comes, we are told, "In the year that King Uzziah died." For the young Isaiah, and all of ...

4078. 2 Samuel 7:1-17

2 Samuel 7:1-17

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Leonard Sweet

... to David and to the exiled Israelites hundreds of years later. Verses 12 and 13 return to the original question David had posed about a permanent temple. God reveals that not David, but his offspring, will have the honor of building a "house" for the Lord. The nature of God's enduring relationship with David's ancestors is magnificently unique for the near eastern world. While God promises to continue the line of David, God also promises to deal with each generation as a father deals with a son. The promise ...

4079. James 5:7-10

James 5:7-12

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Leonard Sweet

... Verse 7 calls for patience, a patience that can outlast a long, dry season of the soul, a patience that never loses its trust in God's plan for salvation. Verses 7-8 reminds us that the first- century church expected the imminent return of the Lord. As an example this writer uses an agricultural image: Nothing can rush the progress of the seasons; they come and go according to divine designation. Verse 8 emphasizes the call to patience by repeating it as well as repeating the admonition that the "coming of ...

4080. John 21:1-19

John 21:1-19

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Leonard Sweet

... are full of teeming fish. So great is the draught that they are unable to heft the fish into the boat. At this point, John, who had first believed in the tomb, now is the first to recognize Jesus as the stranger standing on the shore. "It is the Lord!" he says to his companion who had raced with him to the tomb in Jerusalem (v.7). Peter, who had been fishing in a common blouse, grabs an outer garment which he wraps tightly about him and jumps "into the sea" (v.7). The NRSV inaccurately suggests here that ...

4081. Romans 12:9-21

Romans 12:9-21

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Leonard Sweet

... of the reason Christians should be able to deal so blissfully with their enemies and persecutors, Paul insists, is that the eschatological day of judgment is close at hand. Those who do evil against the koinonia community will find their reward in the Lord's swift and sure vengeance. Paul believed this time of judgment was imminent - that he would live to see the day. Assured of the eschatological come-uppance looming on the horizon, Paul calls for even greater acts of unmerited graciousness to be extended ...

4082. Easter 3

Luke 24:36-49, 1 John 2:28--3:10, Acts 3:11-26

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John R. Brokhoff

... in the breaking of bread. They returned to Jerusalem to report to the disciples that they had an experience with the risen Lord. While they made their report, the risen Christ entered the room. When he appeared, they thought they saw a ghost, but Jesus demonstrated ... . c. We are not to sin v. 6. WORSHIP RESOURCES Psalm Of The Day: Psalm 4 "Let the light of your face shine on us, O Lord." (v. 6b); Psalm 139:1-11; Psalm 98 Prayer Of The Day: "O God, by the humiliation of your Son you lifted up this fallen world ...

4083. Proper 6

1 Samuel 15:34--16:13, Psalm 20:1-9, Mark 4:26-29, 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

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B. David Hostetter

... Mark includes parables that the other Gospels include in more detail. Mark 4:26-34 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Come to Christ, the great storyteller, and he will teach ... to commune with you in Spirit. Teach us what we need to know and inspire us for what we ought to do; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen PRAYER OF CONFESSION God of here and there, Judge of now and then, though you are beyond our line of sight and we must walk ...

4084. Easter

Psalm 118:1-29, Isaiah 25:6-9, John 20:1-18, Acts 10:34-43, 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

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B. David Hostetter

... , our hands are basically empty and held out to receive the bounties of your grace. What we bring we give to share with others and to return with them to your Table in thanksgiving here and now, and hereafter in eternity; through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND COMMEMORATION God of the living, Victor over sin and death, living Spirit, give your church victory over doubt that hearing and believing your word, we may be obedient to what you command us to do. We pray for all world ...

4085. Second Sunday of Advent

Mark 1:1-8, Psalm 85:1-13, Isaiah 40:1-31, 2 Peter 3:1-18

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B. David Hostetter

... racial and religious tensions, but inner cities of the world so often the scene of poverty and prostitution, and violence against persons and property. Sustain the voices of repentance and new life in the inner city and in every moral wilderness, to prepare the way of the Lord and help the lost to find a highway to God and a better life. Reveal the glory of the Christ Child again in the rough places of human pain and poverty. While the church waits for the second coming of Christ and a new heaven and earth ...

4086. Easter

Psalm 118:1-29, Luke 24:1-12, John 20:1-18, Acts 10:34-43, 1 Corinthians 15:19-26

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B. David Hostetter

... name of Jesus in works of faith, hope, and love. Hasten the time when at the name that is above every name, at the name of Jesus, every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Grant to your church a singing spirit and a clear and simple witness before the world for the truth and grace in Christ Jesus. Bless our nation’s leaders and those who advise them, that they and all who serve in various ...

4087. Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany

1 Corinthians 5:1-13, Isaiah 6:1-13, Psalm 138:1-8, Luke 5:1-11

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B. David Hostetter

... Spirit. For every time and place hallowed by such experiences, we declare our joyful memories. Great is your glory, O God. Our joy in you gives us strength to do your work enabled by your grace in Jesus Christ. Amen. PRAYER OF DEDICATION It is by your grace, Lord Jesus, that we are what we are, not all that we yet may be, but wanting to be used by you in the saving work of your church. Amen. PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND COMMEMORATION O God, your kingdom tarries, and we pray that your kingdom will come and ...

4088. Lent 5

Psalm 126:1-6, Isaiah 43:14-28, John 12:1-11, Philippians 3:4b-14

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B. David Hostetter

... and reach ahead toward goals not yet reached. Philippians 3:4b-14 Gospel—The death of Jesus is imminent and his body is anointed with a costly perfume as a sign of love by Mary. John 12:1-8 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Worship in expectation that God will do new things People: that now they may break from the bud into flowers and fruit. INVOCATION God unchanging, we are assured of your steadfast love and continuing attention ...

4089. Proper 4

1 Kings 18:16-46, Psalm 96:1-13, Luke 7:1-10, Galatians 1:1-12

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B. David Hostetter

... of the Good News of Christ. Be a faithful servant of Jesus. PRAYER OF THE DAY Help us to be faithful intercessors, good Lord, ready to pray for others as readily as for ourselves. Let our prayers reflect our humility before you. Save us from taking to ourselves ... goodwill of all the people and that day by day you will add to our number those who are being saved. Fulfill the hope of our Lord Jesus that when he is lifted up from the earth, he will draw all people to himself. Bring honor to the name of him who ...

4090. Proper 9

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

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B. David Hostetter

... Friends, believe the Good News! People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Exhortation Wherever you go share the word of peace, saying, "Peace be to this house." The kingdom of God has come near to you. Be sons and daughters of peace. PRAYER OF THE DAY Send us, Lord of the harvest, into your fields of humanity to sow the seeds of peace and to seek the harvest of peace. Grant us a gentle spirit even in the midst of violence and the threat of violence. In this make us like yours Son, Jesus Christ. Amen. PRAYER ...

4091. Proper 24

Psalm 119:1-176, Jeremiah 31:27-34, Luke 18:1-8, 2 Timothy 3:10--4:8

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B. David Hostetter

... remain faithful to its teaching in the face of opposition. 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 Gospel—Perseverance in prayer is urged by a story of a persistent widow seeking justice before an ungodly judge. Luke 18:1-8 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Hear and become familiar with the sacred writings which have power to make you wise. People: The Bible can lead us to salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. INVOCATION We come to worship, O God ...

4092. Epiphany 3

Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10, Psalm 19:1-14, Luke 4:14-21, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

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B. David Hostetter

... will follow the more excellent way. INVOCATION Creator of planets and stars, we come to worship you and to seek the guidance we need to keep our lives in the more excellent way. Guide us in our worship and in our daily life, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. PRAYER OF CONFESSION Living Designer, you have created the church to be one body with many members working together under the control of the Head, Jesus Christ. Forgive us if we have acted toward anyone as if they did not matter, or as if the church ...

4093. First Sunday of Advent

Matthew 26:36-46, Psalm 122:1-9, Isaiah 2:1-5, Romans 13:8-14

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B. David Hostetter

... you, O God, with such unity of Spirit as we have gained by our experience together in Christ. As we give thanks to you for the peace we have, we pray for your justice to prevail in all of earth's cities and societies; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen PRAYER OF CONFESSION Timeless One, you always know what time it is. We become so dulled by the routine that we are indifferent to moral decay. Too often we break the monotony by excesses of eating and drinking and sexual adventuring. We play games of one ...

4094. Pentecost

Numbers 11:24-30, Psalm 104:1-35, John 7:37-39, Acts 2:1-21, 1 Corinthians 12:3-13

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B. David Hostetter

... creation of one church for Jesus Christ. Acts 2:1-21 [OR] The Spirit of God touches not only Moses but the seventy elders to the dismay of some others. Numbers 11:24-30 Second Lesson - The inspiration of the Holy Spirit is essential to the confession of Jesus as Lord and the empowerment of the membership of the church. 1 Corinthians 12:3-13 or Acts 2:1-21 Gospel - The imagery of the river is used by Jesus to describe the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on all believers in him. John 7:37-39 CALL TO WORSHIP ...

4095. Epiphany 2

Psalm 40:1-17, Isaiah 49:1-7, John 1:29-42, 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

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B. David Hostetter

... will be found guiltless. 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 Gospel - John the Baptist titles Jesus the Lamb of God and heaven declares Jesus to be the Son of God who will baptize with the Holy Spirit. John 1:29-42 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Do not keep the goodness of God hidden in your heart. People: We will proclaim God's faithfulness and saving power. INVOCATION As we are gathered in your presence, O God, we proclaim your faithfulness ...

4096. Second Sunday of Advent

Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19, Isaiah 11:1-10, Matthew 3:1-12, Romans 15:4-13

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B. David Hostetter

... praise the God of the Gospel. PRAYER OF THE DAY Baptize us with the Holy Spirit, that we may be purged of all that is unfruitful and be taught by your wisdom, enabled to serve in your strength and be worthy of worshiping you, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING God of nature, God in history, God in the church, we give thanks to you for all that you have created for us to share in our world. We celebrate every victory of your justice over oppression and every vindication of the blood ...

4097. Don’t Tempt Me—But If You Do I’m Ready

1 Corinthians 10:13

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James Merritt

... said, "I can resist anything except temptation." A recent prayer I came across sums up our problem. It goes like this: Dear Lord, So far today I'm doing alright. I've not gossiped, lost my temper, been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish or selfish-indulgent ... sin all of the time? If your sin was the devil's fault, God would have laid your sin on the devil not on the Lord Jesus. Instead of crucifying Jesus He would have killed the devil. Listen, if the devil died today you would still be tempted tomorrow, and you ...

4098. Did You Know...That You Can Know God?

1 John 2:3-5

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James Merritt

... and become God's friend. The Bible says, "Now we can rejoice in our wonderful new relationship with God – all because of what our Lord Jesus Christ has done for us in making us friends of God." (Romans 5:11, NLT) Think about that. You can know God to ... the way you grow in your relationship with God - when you believe what God says and you do what God asks. "What pleases the Lord more: burnt offerings and sacrifices or obedience to His voice? It is better to obey than to sacrifice." (I Samuel 15:22, NCV) The ...

4099. I’m At the End of My Rope

2 Kings 4:1-7

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James Merritt

... don't know what to do? One of the greatest Bible teachers I ever heard, Dr. Ron Dunn, who sadly went to be with the Lord last year, had an insight into the Scripture that was matched by very few preachers. During a Bible conference one time he was having a ... your problems are God's opportunities. One of my favorite verses in all the Bible is 2 Chron. 16:9, "For the eyes of the Lord run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him." II. God Hears ...

4100. No One Left Behind

2 Kings 7:3-20

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James Merritt

... grateful for the rest of their lives that they decided to do something? Listen again to what happens. "They arose at twilight to go to the camp of the Arameans; when they came to the outskirts of the camp of the Arameans, behold, there was no one there. For the Lord had caused the army of the Arameans to hear a sound of chariots and a sound of horses, even the sound of a great army, so that they said to one another, 'Behold, the king of Israel has hired against us the kings of the Hittites and the kings of ...

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