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4301. Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are!

Exodus 1:1-22, 2:1-10

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... all, fear puts hopelessness at the heart of life, while faith rejoices in its God.2 Carl Sandburg put years of research into the publication of his volumes on the life of Abraham Lincoln. One reporter asked him, "Mr. Sandburg, what are you going to do now?" His response was, "I think now I'd really like to find out who this fellow Sandburg really is."3 God, in the disguise of the burning bush, called Moses to the public court of Pharaoh to be himself. In essence Moses was being told, "You have done enough ...

4302. Growing No Feathers

Exodus 3:1-22

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... Germany, a young German theologian, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, came to America to teach and write. He toured and worked in the States until an older theologian, Karl Barth, wrote to him and asked him why he was in America when the German people were suffering. In response Bonhoeffer knew he couldn't avoid the dilemma he thought he had escaped. He went home and joined a plot to assassinate Hitler. Shortly after a failed attempt on Hitler's life, Bonhoeffer was arrested. Only a few days before the conclusion of the ...

4303. Easter 5

John 14:1-4, John 14:5-14, Acts 7:54--8:1a, Acts 17:1-9, 1 Peter 2:4-12

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Russell F. Anderson

... 1: Acts 7:55-60 (C) Stephen is the first Christian to be martyred for his bold witness that Jesus is the Christ. He preaches both law and gospel. It was the law that enraged his audience because he accused them, as well as their ancestors, of being responsible for the death of Jesus. As he was dying, he saw the beatific vision and prayed that God would forgive his slayers. Stephen demonstrated the gospel with his last breath. Lesson 1: Acts 17:1-15 (E, L) Paul and his message continues to stir up a certain ...

4304. Easter 6

Acts 8:9-25, 1 Peter 3:8-22, Acts 17:16-34, John 14:15-31

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Russell F. Anderson

... 26). With the so-called ethnic cleansing going on in what was formerly Yugoslavia and ethical/racial conflicts in many other parts of the world, we need to be reminded that we are one human family. Since God created us all, we are sisters and brothers. Moral responsibility. Paul contends that God has overlooked the times when human beings disobeyed God's law out of ignorance (v. 30). We might equate this with humankind's age of ignorance. Here is a loose analogy. A child commits a crime but is too young to ...

4305. Epiphany 5

1 Corinthians 1:18--2:5, Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 5:17-20, Isaiah 58:1-14, 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

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Russell F. Anderson

... Spirit COMMENTARY Lesson 1: Isaiah 58:1-9a (9b-12) (C); Isaiah 58:7-10 (RC); Isaiah 58:5-9a (L) This passage is a dialogue between the pommeled people of Israel and God. The prophet voices the complaints of the people, as well as the Lord's response. This profound passage is from the hand of trito-Isaiah in the sixth century B.C. and the issue is fasting. The people complain that their pious acts of fasting, a sign of sorrow and supplication, are unnoticed by God. God responds that he is looking for a ...

4306. Good Friday

John 18:1-11, Isaiah 52:13--53:12, Genesis 22:1-19, Hosea 6:1--7:16, Hebrews 10:1-18, Hebrews 4:14-5:10, John 19:17-27

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Russell F. Anderson

... as much selfish pleasure from existence as possible oppose the righteous. Old Testament: Hosea 6:1-6 In the first three verses of this passage, the people are preparing to return to the Lord. The last three verses are the Lord's response to their intentions. The Lord sees their repentance as insincere and superficial. The people offer the right sacrifices but their hearts are not transformed. The Lord entreats: "For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice, the knowledge of God and not burnt offerings ...

4307. Lent 1

Mt 4:1-11 · Rom 5:12-21 · Gen 2:7 - 3:7 · Ps 32

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Russell F. Anderson

... fall down and worship him. The offer here is to exercise political power. "Go away, Satan," says Jesus, "for it is written, worship the Lord your God, and serve him only." Jesus withstands the assaults of Satan because he has stored up God's word in his heart. The responses to the Adversary are from the book of Deuteronomy (8:3; 6:13, and 6:16 respectively). THEOLOGICAL REFLECTION Lesson 1: Genesis 2:4b-9, 15-17, 25--3:1-7 What did God really say? The number one technique of Satan is to get us to doubt God ...

4308. Lent 2

John 3:1-21, Genesis 12:1-8, Romans 4:1-25

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Russell F. Anderson

... him. God works from the small to the large, the particular to the universal, from the single scene to the big picture. If life were compared to a movie, God would be the director and each person an actor playing out parts great and small. It's our responsibility to learn our script and perform our role to the utmost of our ability. It is God's role to bring all the parts together in such a way that the plot is powerfully coherent and delivers a blessing to the entire cast. The divine drama is different ...

4309. Passion Sunday

Mt 26:14–27:66 · Phil 2:5-11 · Is 45:21-25; 50:4-9 · Ps 31

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Russell F. Anderson

... of the Lord's passion or focusing in on a single segment of that story. Matthew 27:11-14 The Silence of God. Pontius Pilate was frustrated with the silence of Jesus. He asks a simple question: "Are you the king of the Jews?" Yet, the response is an ambiguous: "You have said so." But when he was confronted by the Jewish elders, he uttered not a word. The governor couldn't comprehend Jesus' reticence to defend himself. The Lord lets each person draw his or her own conclusions about himself; otherwise, there ...

4310. Proper 14

Genesis 37:12-36, 1 Kings 19:9-18, Jonah 2:1-10, Matthew 14:22-36, Romans 9:1-5; 10:5-15

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Russell F. Anderson

... -5 1. Do You Give A Damn? Sermon Angle: In the next to the last scene of the movie, Gone With The Wind, Scarlet O'Hara begs Rhett Butler, her ex-husband, to come back to her. She had treated him like dirt and now she wanted him back. His response is a classic: "Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn." What Rhett was trying to communicate was that he didn't care for Scarlet any more. Rhett might have more accurately stated, "I won't receive a damn for you. I won't let you take advantage of ...

4311. Proper 16 & Pentecost 14

Matthew 16:13-20, Exodus 1:1-22, Exodus 2:1-10, Isaiah 22:1-25, Isaiah 51:1-16, Romans 11:33-36

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Russell F. Anderson

... unsearchable and his ways inscrutable. Mere humans cannot completely comprehend the things of God. Gospel: Matthew 16:13-20 In the district of Caesarea Philippi Jesus seeks feedback from his disciples. What are folks saying about him? Who do they think he is? The response: John the Baptist, Elijah, Jeremiah, or one of those prophets. The really important question, however, was the opinion of those who were closest to him, "Who do you say that I am?" Peter speaks for the others: "You are the Messiah, the Son ...

4312. Proper 17

Exodus 3:1-22, Jeremiah 15:15-21; 20:7-18, Matthew 16:21-28, Romans 12:1-8

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Russell F. Anderson

... life to God. Such a life will be marked by the fruits of the Spirit, like love, joy, peace and enthusiasm. The believer will also refrain from judging others and seeking revenge, leaving that sphere to the Lord. Epistle: Romans 12:1-8 In response to the justification which God has effected, Paul urges believers to present their lives as a living sacrifice to God. According to Pauline theology, the life of faith has definite ethical consequences. Christians are not to conform to the pattern of this present ...

4313. Proper 20

Philippians 1:12-30, Jonah 4:1-11, Isaiah 55:1-13, Exodus 16:1-36, Matthew 20:1-16

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Russell F. Anderson

... his body. One life to live. Paul states that, for him, to live is Christ (v. 21). What if you were to put a piece of paper in the bulletin of a typical church and ask the people to complete this phrase: "To live is ______________"? What responses would you likely get? To live is to golf? To fish? To travel? To be rich? To eat? I doubt seriously if many people would respond as Paul did: "To live is Christ." Do we merely give lip service to serving Christ while seeking happiness through self-fulfillment ...

4314. Proper 22

Philippians 4:2-9, Philippians 3:1-11, Philippians 3:12-4:1, Isaiah 5:1-7, Exodus 20:1-21, Matthew 21:33-46

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Russell F. Anderson

... establishes the foundation from which he issues his commandments. He declares that he is their God, who has saved them from slavery in Egypt. He begins in the indicative mode of expression. From this base, he issues his imperatives. Thus, the commandments are conceived as a response to God's grace and redeeming actions. Don't defame the Name. The people are commanded not to misuse the Lord's name (v. 7) and told that he would not acquit anyone who did so. While the fourth commandment is the only one with a ...

4315. Proper 28

Judges 4:1-24, Proverbs 31:10-31, Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18, Malachi 2:1-9, Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

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Russell F. Anderson

... working wife. This is a picture of the Proverbial wife. She is faithful to her family, hard working, involved in business and in the marketplace, yet compassionate to the poor. Working wives are nothing new; they are women trying to juggle family responsibilities and worldly involvements. Such women carry a tremendous burden and richly deserve the praise of their husbands and their children. Old Testament: Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18 God the impotent. The hearts of the people had grown complacent in their worldly ...

4316. Proper 5

Genesis 12:1-8, Hosea 5:1-15, Hosea 6:1-6, Matthew 9:9-13, Matthew 9:18-26, Romans 4:1-25

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Russell F. Anderson

... . It was an act of God's grace. What is noteworthy is that both of them responded faithfully to the call and followed God's leading. Every Christian has been issued a gracious call from Christ to a new life. To enter that new life requires a response of faith, demonstrated through obedience. Outline: 1. God called Matthew to a new life 2. His call was not based on merit, only grace 3. What happened before the call doesn't matter 4. Through our baptism, we have all been called to follow Jesus 5. How ...

4317. Reformation Sunday

Jn 8:31-36 · Rom 3:19-28 · Jer 31:31-34 · Ps 46

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Russell F. Anderson

... that the law was given that the whole world might be held accountable (literally, under sentence) for its actions. Without knowledge of sin, no one can be held accountable. We live in a day when humans are seeking to be extricated from personal responsibility. Attempts are made to blame our wrongs on our genes or our environment. On the cover of a recent Time magazine, the caption suggested that perhaps infidelity in marriage might be due to a genetic trait. What a wonderful excuse and rationalization for ...

4318. Thanksgiving

Lk 17:11-19 · 1 Tim 2:1-4 · Phil 4:6-20 · 2 Cor 9:6-15 · Deut 8:1-18 · Ps 65

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Russell F. Anderson

... all their good fortune.They must render thanksgiving to the Lord, for he is the source of all blessing. The Lord is the One who led them through the perilous wilderness, supporting them in those difficult times. Thanksgiving is the only proper response. Lesson 2: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15 Paul encourages the Corinthian church to generously support the offering that he is taking up for the Jerusalem Christians. The apostle reminds them that those who sow sparingly will reap sparingly and vice-versa. Generosity ...

4319. Christmas 1

Galatians 3:26--4:7, Galatians 3:15-25, Colossians 3:1-17, Hebrews 2:5-18, Isaiah 61:1-11, Isaiah 63:7--64:12, Matthew 2:19-23, Matthew 2:13-18

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Russell F. Anderson

... , we are all one family through Christ. Lesson 2: Colossians 3:12-21 The behavior and the virtues of those who have died and been raised to newness of life in Christ are here outlined -- compassion, kindness, humility, and so forth. Verses 18-21 speak to the responsibilities within the family, which are grounded in love and mutual respect. Lesson 2: Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7 Being under the tutelage of the law is like being a dependent child. Through faith in Christ, we have come of age and are given all ...

4320. I Am Coming Soon

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Ronald Lavin

... 's faith was shaken one day when Ida Mae asked him for a divorce. It had been a difficult year. His lumber business was quite demanding. He had not spent as much time with his wife and children as he had desired. In addition, Clyde's responsibilities as a church council member had increased considerably since the senior pastor had resigned to move to another community. Clyde was under severe stress. When it was revealed that Ida Mae had had an affair with another man, Clyde's stress "went off the charts" as ...

4321. I Am The Good Shepherd

John 10:1-21

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Ronald Lavin

... are about to fall at any moment, as the play by that name says. As we look back on our lives, we realize how important the constant goodness and mercy of God are. Faith is what keeps us from falling and faith is a gift of God -- a response to God's goodness and mercy toward us. Dwelling "in the house of the Lord" originally meant going to the sanctuary to worship. Its larger meaning is caught in the promise of Jesus: "He who believes has eternal life." God cares. We care because he cares. Like a shepherd ...

4322. Jesus And The Disciples

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Jerry Eckert

... up: Levi, Bartholomew, Mary, and Jesus, my friend's oldest boy. Then there were the jocks: Peter, Thomas, Simon, Andrew, and Philip. At least they enjoyed the long-muscle activities more than the others. And we had our share of goof-offs, James and John. Mary took responsibility for trying to keep them in line. Their father had paid for her and her boys to come to the lab school, so she felt obligated to keep those two in tow. The first day, the Rabbi worked to get them all acquainted with each other. They ...

4323. God, The Father

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Jerry Eckert

... Rabbi, pardon my intrusion, but how did you come to your beliefs?" Samuel rightfully challenged, as one rabbi to another. Jesus looked at this troubled middle-aged rabbi. Tired though he himself was, he offered him a hand, inviting him to join the circle, and made a response. "My colleague, let me ask you a question. How did you come by yours?" "By learning from the teachers at the school for rabbis." "That is a good place to learn about our faith. While I could not get to the school, I learned from rabbis ...

4324. Pilate's Sign

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Jerry Eckert

... the sign over Jesus' head as he hung on the cross, I started "hearing" a conversation in my imagination between two men in the crowd watching the crucifixion. My notes for the conversation put the visitor's statements on the left side of the paper. The "local" man's responses and narrative were on the right. When I preached the sermon, I leaned to the left when I "talked" the notes on the visitor. And I leaned to the right as I did the local man's lines. For this book, I have put the text into more standard ...

4325. Easter 5

John 14:1-4, John 14:5-14

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RobertT D. Ingram

... the pulpit and the other two at the lectern?) The two readers standing together will read the questions asked by Thomas (verse 5) and by Philip (verse 8). The readers can skip the words, "Thomas said to him," "Jesus said to him," and "Philip said to him." Responses to the Word Follow the sermon with the affirmation of faith printed above. Lead the people in praying this guided prayer. Prayer is a time for listening as well as speaking to God. So, you can just sit quietly and reflect on the meaning of Jesus ...

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4301. Come Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are!

Exodus 1:1-22, 2:1-10

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4302. Growing No Feathers

Exodus 3:1-22

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4303. Easter 5

John 14:1-4, John 14:5-14, Acts 7:54--8:1a, Acts 17:1-9, 1 Peter 2:4-12

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Russell F. Anderson

4304. Easter 6

Acts 8:9-25, 1 Peter 3:8-22, Acts 17:16-34, John 14:15-31

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Russell F. Anderson

4305. Epiphany 5

1 Corinthians 1:18--2:5, Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 5:17-20, Isaiah 58:1-14, 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

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Russell F. Anderson

4306. Good Friday

John 18:1-11, Isaiah 52:13--53:12, Genesis 22:1-19, Hosea 6:1--7:16, Hebrews 10:1-18, Hebrews 4:14-5:10, John 19:17-27

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Russell F. Anderson

4307. Lent 1

Mt 4:1-11 · Rom 5:12-21 · Gen 2:7 - 3:7 · Ps 32

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Russell F. Anderson

4308. Lent 2

John 3:1-21, Genesis 12:1-8, Romans 4:1-25

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Russell F. Anderson

4309. Passion Sunday

Mt 26:14–27:66 · Phil 2:5-11 · Is 45:21-25; 50:4-9 · Ps 31

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Russell F. Anderson

4310. Proper 14

Genesis 37:12-36, 1 Kings 19:9-18, Jonah 2:1-10, Matthew 14:22-36, Romans 9:1-5; 10:5-15

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Russell F. Anderson

4311. Proper 16 & Pentecost 14

Matthew 16:13-20, Exodus 1:1-22, Exodus 2:1-10, Isaiah 22:1-25, Isaiah 51:1-16, Romans 11:33-36

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Russell F. Anderson

4312. Proper 17

Exodus 3:1-22, Jeremiah 15:15-21; 20:7-18, Matthew 16:21-28, Romans 12:1-8

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Russell F. Anderson

4313. Proper 20

Philippians 1:12-30, Jonah 4:1-11, Isaiah 55:1-13, Exodus 16:1-36, Matthew 20:1-16

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Russell F. Anderson

4314. Proper 22

Philippians 4:2-9, Philippians 3:1-11, Philippians 3:12-4:1, Isaiah 5:1-7, Exodus 20:1-21, Matthew 21:33-46

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Russell F. Anderson

4315. Proper 28

Judges 4:1-24, Proverbs 31:10-31, Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18, Malachi 2:1-9, Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

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Russell F. Anderson

4316. Proper 5

Genesis 12:1-8, Hosea 5:1-15, Hosea 6:1-6, Matthew 9:9-13, Matthew 9:18-26, Romans 4:1-25

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Russell F. Anderson

4317. Reformation Sunday

Jn 8:31-36 · Rom 3:19-28 · Jer 31:31-34 · Ps 46

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Russell F. Anderson

4318. Thanksgiving

Lk 17:11-19 · 1 Tim 2:1-4 · Phil 4:6-20 · 2 Cor 9:6-15 · Deut 8:1-18 · Ps 65

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Russell F. Anderson

4319. Christmas 1

Galatians 3:26--4:7, Galatians 3:15-25, Colossians 3:1-17, Hebrews 2:5-18, Isaiah 61:1-11, Isaiah 63:7--64:12, Matthew 2:19-23, Matthew 2:13-18

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Russell F. Anderson

4320. I Am Coming Soon

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Ronald Lavin

4321. I Am The Good Shepherd

John 10:1-21

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Ronald Lavin

4322. Jesus And The Disciples

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Jerry Eckert

4323. God, The Father

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Jerry Eckert

4324. Pilate's Sign

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Jerry Eckert

4325. Easter 5

John 14:1-4, John 14:5-14

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RobertT D. Ingram

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