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4351. In Search of a Leader

Sermon

Robert Noblett

... bring to nothing things that are ....” (1 Corinthians 1:27-28) That is still the pattern of God. Regularly God’s presence flows from lives we would never take, at first glance or even fifth glance, to be potential channels of grace. An Accompanying Spirit The story ends, “Immediately the spirit of the Lord took control of David and was with him from that day on.” (1 Samuel 16:13 TEV) “... and was with him from that day on.” That truth alludes us. It is easy to fall into the trap where we pay too ...

4352. Here They Come, Singing

Jeremiah 30:1--31:40

Sermon

John R. Brokhoff

... dearest thing to him that he has created. He even gave up his only Son to bring us back to him. Let the decibels rise. Let congregational song be stirring. Let the singing of the liturgy be exciting. Let church worship set our spirits dancing and invigorate our participation, for this God is our God, and our salvation in his name is glorious. Any contact with him is an electric experience. It causes goosebumps among the faithful. Note in Jeremiah’s prophecy those words “proclaim” and “say” before ...

4353. The Banquet

John 6:25-59

Sermon

Robert Salzgeber

... was just the opposite. Life and breath emanated from the spiritual realm. This is actually what John says, "And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us." But the Gentiles pushed this idea too far. They finally came to the conclusion that if all things emanated from the spirit world then the flesh was no good. One's spiritual life was then spent trying to get up and out and away from the flesh. They desired to get to God. But this idea still made God distant and difficult to get to as well as approach. In ...

4354. The Spiritual Organ Of Corti

Mark 7:31-37

Sermon

Robert Salzgeber

... for centuries. Nothing that he could possibly do would ever make a difference. For a long time Telemachus agonized about the problem. Finally he could not live with himself any longer. For the integrity of his own soul he decided to obey Christ's Spirit within him, regardless of the consequences. He set out for Rome. When Telemachus entered the city, the people he met had gone mad with excitement. "To the Coliseum! The games are about to begin!" Telemachus followed the crowd. Soon he was seated among all ...

4355. David's Turn From Wisdom

2 Samuel 11:1-27

Sermon

Sue Anne Steffey Morrow

... their own manner, my own life as I am living it: memory, experience, sadness, hope. Together, they give me pleasure, spirit, perspective, spunk, revealing what it means to be human, underscoring that ultimately life is good. What volumes would you place ... of prose, poetry, narrative, non-fiction. The Bible reflects memory, experience, sadness, hope. The Bible can give us pleasure, spirit, perspective, spunk, revealing what it means to be human, proclaiming that ultimately life is good. But distinct from the ...

4356. The Compassionate Highway

Mark 6:30-44

Sermon

Leonard H. Budd

... word of divine forgiveness and acceptance. That is a miracle whether on the Galilee shoreline or in the suburbs! You see, we are that crowd that ran around the edge of the sea. We still come to Jesus for healing. We want only to reach out to him in spirit-touch. We still seek him that we might be forgiven for the sins we have done. In that forgiveness we can be healed. We seek him to confess the evil we have condoned. That confession, too, brings healing. We desire that the emotional burden we bear might be ...

4357. Have You Confronted Christ?

Mark 3:20-30

Sermon

Leonard H. Budd

... was debate over change - great change. Little wonder that Jesus' family wanted to hurry him away to the protection of his home. Midway into this confrontation Jesus said a very harsh thing. What did he mean when he said, "Whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit can never have forgiveness, but is guilty of an eternal sin?" (Mark 3:28-29) One commentator, Halford E. Luccock, noted that this is one of the things he wishes Jesus had never said. Jesus' statement has produced hard emotional scars upon some ...

4358. Where The Lord Dwells

2 Samuel 7:1-17

Sermon

Charles Curley

... door can stay conveniently shut. Nathan and David thought it sounded like a good idea, and so do we. Oh - we don't talk about God living in a house or a tent. We're 3,000 years more sophisticated than Nathan and David. We know God is a spirit, and God's spirit can't be confined to any house we might build. But we still question the availability of God to us, and in some ways we're not so different from Nathan and David. As they do to any pastor, people often ask me where God is. I've ...

4359. Put On God's Armor

Ephesians 6:17

Children's Sermon

... morning's lesson says: Fasten the belt of truth around your waist ... put on the breastplate of righteousness ... put on whatever (shoes) will make you ready to proclaim the gospel of peace ... take the shield of faith ... take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Now you know why this lesson makes me think of getting ready to play baseball. Here's what I want you to remember this week. Christians wear the same clothes as all other people. We don't put on helmets ...

4360. We Interrupt This Service

John 1:1-18

Sermon

Thomas Long

... vigorous agreement all around the room. The announcements were out of favor in that corner of Indiana, no question about it. Thomas Long said he knew what the man meant. You're soaring above the pews on Sunday, your wings catching the strong breeze of the Spirit carrying you upward from "Joy to the World" toward the choir's lofty "For Unto Us a Child is Born," and then, thud ... the Christian Education Committee will meet in the library on Thursday at 7:30 .... " Like Icarus striving for the sun, you find ...

4361. Lent 2

Mk 8:31-38 · Rom 4:13-25; 8:31-39 · Gen 17:1-7, 15-16; 22:1-18 · Ps 22

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... to Moriah must have seemed like an eternity. Yet Abraham knew his subject and trusted that God would not ask him to do anything irrational or evil. Abraham passed his final exam with flying colors, much like Jesus did when we was led into the wilderness by the Spirit to be tested by Satan. Epistle: Romans 4:13-25 Father of the faithful. "He is the father of us all" (v. 16). Abraham is known for his fatherly role. His name was changed from Abram (exalted father) to Abraham (father of many). He is father not ...

4362. Lent 5

John 12:20-36, Jeremiah 30:1--31:40, Hebrews 4:14-5:10

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... sort. He holds up the prospect that God will relate to his people in an entirely new manner. He will put his laws and precepts within us and make himself personally known to his people. This new covenant has come through Christ and the gift of the Holy Spirit. Outline: 1. Jeremiah realized the provisional nature of the Old Covenant and the need for a new covenant (a new deal). 2. The new deal (covenant) involved a new way for God to relate to his people. God would change the hearts of his people. God would ...

4363. Passion Sunday

Mk 14:1 - 15:47 · Isa 50:4-9 · Phil 2:5-11 · Ps 31:9-16

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... her for such an extravagance. Jesus, always a gracious receiver, sticks up for her and accepts her ministry in the spirit which it was given. It was a great act of love, probably rendered in appreciation for what Jesus had done ... Gracious God, we sing your praise for sending your Son to take on our humanity in all its frailty and brokenness. Through the power of Christ's Spirit, lead us through our valley of the shadows and raise us to newness of life, in Jesus' name. Amen. Theme For The Day: The God of ...

4364. Proper 14

Ephesians 4:17--5:21, 2 Samuel 18:1-18, John 6:25-59

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... Prince of Darkness will have no room to settle in. Outline: 1. The best way to combat Satan is to crowd him out of our lives. 2. Most of us build the devil a room in our lives with the tools of festering anger, gossip, an unforgiving spirit, and the like. 3. Let your words and deeds be seasoned with grace, peace and love (v. 29). 2. Sermon Title: The Power Of Words. Sermon Angle: Almost all evil deeds are preceded with slanderous and hateful words. When assaulted with words, children sometimes say, "Sticks ...

4365. Advent 1

1 Corinthians 1:1-9, Isaiah 63:7--64:12, Mark 13:32-37, Mark 13:1-31

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... we are the Lord's special handiwork, he will not utterly cast us aside. Just as the potter sometimes has to rework and reform the clay to get it into the proper shape and form, so the Lord will lovingly remake us into a vessel fit for his Spirit. Lesson 2: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 Waiting -- active and passive. It seems that we're always waiting for something: waiting in line at the grocery store, waiting to speak on the phone or waiting for the weekend. Waiting can be active or passive. To illustrate, yesterday ...

4366. Epiphany 3

Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-10, Jeremiah 3:6-4:4, 1 Corinthians 7:1-40

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Russell F. Anderson

... sputtering a few miles it died! Others simply neglect to fill their tank and seem to be constantly running on a nearly empty tank. Jesus realized, as he commenced his ministry, that his tank was nearly full; time was full-filled. Being filled with the Spirit, he called his first disciples and labored toward the fullness of the kingdom. A matter of urgency. Following Jesus was a matter of urgency, the kingdom of God was a matter that required immediate attention. That's the point that Mark is attempting to ...

4367. Epiphany 5

Job 7:1-7, Isaiah 40:1-31, Mark 1:29-39, 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... door. They undoubtedly needed more than mere physical or mental healing, they needed reconciliation with God, but the obvious need was Jesus' point of contact. The church must employ the same strategy, fulfill an obvious need, so that we might eventually minister to the deeper needs of the spirit. How to greet the day (v. 35). Mark tells us that Jesus rose a great while before the break of day and went to a secluded spot where he prayed. He had so much to do that he had to spend a great while in prayer. How ...

4368. Proper 24

Job 38:1–41:34, Isaiah 52:13--53:12, Mark 10:35-45, Hebrews 5:1-10

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... v. 24). Psalm 91 (E) Psalm 32 (RC) Prayer Of The Day Humble Lord Jesus, we so often let our pride get in the way of following you. Like James and John, we strive to put ourselves first, and seek the best positions for ourselves. Give us a spirit that strives only to follow you and to serve our neighbor. In your precious name. Amen. THEOLOGICAL REFLECTIONS Lesson 1: Job 38:1-7 (34-41) God answers Job's arrogance. Job claimed that he wanted to contend with God and put forth arguments against the Almighty. The ...

4369. Proper 28

Mk 13:1-32 · Heb 10:11-25 · 1 Sam 1:4-20 · Ps 16

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Russell F. Anderson

... that pleased her husband but Hannah was the wife that he especially loved. Peninnah was able to really agitate her rival. It's hard to imagine how domestic tranquility could exist here. When the conflict came to a head, Hannah poured out the vexation of her spirit in prayer to the Lord. Honestly confessing our problems is the first step to tranquility. In her prayer, she didn't just ask the Lord for favors but also promised to give back to the Lord. When she was finished praying and worshipping, she had the ...

4370. Proper 9

2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10, Mark 6:1-13, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

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Russell F. Anderson

... . The atomic bomb was a secret weapon used to bring Japan to its knees. 2. Jesus sent his disciples out with a secret weapon (v. 7). 3. Jesus wants to surprise with his gracious power, not destructive power. 4. We have been given the power of the Spirit to overthrow the power of Satan. WORSHIP RESOURCES Psalm Of The Day: Psalm 48 "Great is the Lord, and most worthy of praise..." (v. 1); Psalm 123; Psalm 122 Prayer Of The Day: Living Christ, because of the skepticism of your hometown people, you could not do ...

4371. The Resurrection Of Our Lord

John 20:1-9, John 20:10-18, Acts 10:23b-48, 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Mark 16:1-20

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Russell F. Anderson

... REFLECTIONS Lesson 1: Acts 10:34-43 No favorites with God (v. 34). Peter's encounter with Cornelius showed Peter that God loves all people and listens to the prayers of all who seek to do his will. Formerly, he thought that Jesus was only for the Jews. The Holy Spirit revealed that the Lord wants all people to be in his family. Good news of peace (v. 36). The gospel of Christ shows us how we might have peace with God and with one another. God's plan was to effect peace through the death of his Chosen One ...

4372. Easter 2

John 20:19-31, Acts 4:32-37, 1 John 1:1--2:2

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... Light Of Mine" Gospel: John 20:19-31 Theme: Faith beyond doubt Call To Worship Leader: There is but one God, creator of the universe, who loves us all. People: And all who are led by the Holy Spirit are indeed children of God. Leader: Come then, and let us walk in the ways of the Lord with gladness! People: For the Holy Spirit is with each one who calls upon God in truth. Leader: So let us lift our hearts to God in joyful praise and song! All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, You are greater ...

4373. Here Am I; Send Me

Isaiah 6:1-13

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... us clean. People: But there is much to do in the ministry of Christ today. Leader: Then let every Christian heart join Isaiah saying, "Here am I; send me." All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, we are so grateful that in Christ and the Holy Spirit You have opened the way for us to be a part of Your kingdom today. Call us daily, Lord, that we might serve You well. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, so often in our pride we have taken for granted the wonder of being called to ...

4374. Obedience

Sermon

Mark J. Molldrem

... God for deserting him, and cursed himself for being so stupid as to get himself into this mess. He did not. He was obedient. To the very end, Jesus was obedient to his mission. In his last dying words he forgave those who killed him and he committed his spirit into God's loving hands, which he believed were there for him even in the darkness of that afternoon. There were so many opportunities for Jesus to back out of his mission to die for the sins of the world. He did not. He was obedient, "obedient to the ...

4375. Were We Surprised!

Luke 10:1-24

Sermon

Alexander H. Wales

... us when we gave them a command in your name." Jesus knew that they had followed his directions. "Satan fell from heaven like lightning. You have authority to overcome the power of the enemy. Nothing will hurt you. But don't get excited because evil spirits obey you. Be glad that your names have been recorded in heaven because of your work." The 72 had been successful in their first attempt at spreading the gospel. They had conquered their fears and did what they were told. They were amazed that things ...

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