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4376. Second Sunday In Advent

Sermon

David M. Oliver

... following his crucifixion on the cross. Although it is true that Jesus is no longer with us in the flesh, we affirm that he is alive and at work in us and our world through the Holy Spirit, which he sent to be with us following his ascension into heaven. While Jesus, the person, is no longer with us, the Spirit of Jesus is very much alive and working through the agency of the church, Christian organizations, and people of faith. This leads us to affirm that not only is Jesus the light of the world, but so ...

4377. A Lady With A Listening Ear · Mary Of Bethany

Luke 10:38-42

Sermon

Gordon Pratt Baker

... to spend the Sabbath with Mary's little family and their friends, confident that in their home he would not only obtain the rest he so sorely needed, he would also share heart-warming exchanges such as only good friends can stimulate to lift the spirit. In addition -- for a while, at least -- it would shield him from the ominous circumstances he had been warned were building up against him. It was six days before the Passover and to show their affection for Jesus his Bethany friends decided to spread a ...

4378. The Condition Of Mercy

Matthew 18:21-35

Sermon

Donald Dotterer

... and mercy this day. May you continue to have a blessed and happy Easter season! Benediction: Gracious and eternal God, we have worshiped you and given thanks for all that you have done. As we go from this place, may we and those we love walk with your Spirit now and forever. Now may the Lord bless you and keep you, may the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you, the Lord lift up his countenance upon you, and give you peace. Amen. 1. David G. Myers, The Pursuit of Happiness, reviewed ...

4379. Resurrection And Life

John 11:17-37

Eulogy

Jonathan W. Schriber

... is the Messiah, "I who speak to you am he." His words to the man who was born blind and was sitting alongside the road, "I am the light of the world." And then his words to Nicodemus in the nocturnal meeting, "Unless one is born of water and the Spirit he cannot enter the kingdom of God." Here in our text, it was just Jesus and Martha. Oh, to be sure, many others were standing around, in earshot of Jesus, but it was Martha in her sorrow and pain crying out. Not in anger, just sorrow -- "only if you had ...

4380. Easter Sunday

Luke 24:33-41 · Psalm 23 · Acts 4:33-36

Bulletin Aid

Jack Brownlee

... . Make us disciples. P: Let us seek other disciples, that we may strengthen one another along the way. L: Go in peace, knowing that you shall find your rest in the Lord. P: May the Spirit lead us in joy. Meditation: Making Disciples His hesitancy was not doubt. Not really. Unless, of course you consider the vague and haunting question of one's acceptability and worthiness as doubt. His hesitancy was not doubt, but whatever this feeling was, it made his heart skip and his step ...

4381. Lent 4

Luke 13:18-22 · Joel 2:12-19

Bulletin Aid

Jack Brownlee

... . Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. I acknowledge my transgressions; my sin is ever before me. Against thee, only have I sinned. Cast me not from thy presence; take not thy Holy Spirit from me. Restore me to the joy of thy salvation, and uphold me with thy spirit. Assurance Of Pardon May the Lord open our lips and our mouths to show forth praise due God's holy name. The Lord does not desire sacrifices and burnt offerings. A broken and contrite heart is not despised ...

4382. Lent 5

Luke 21:1-4 · Psalm 36:5-9

Bulletin Aid

Jack Brownlee

... that we do this. PRAYERS FOR BREAD AND CUP THE DISTRIBUTION Dismissal L: Let us go forth in thanksgiving, remembering that all good gifts come from the Lord, Our God. P: Let us rejoice and bear witness to God's love. L: Go in peace. P: May the Spirit lead us in joy. Amen. Meditation: A Penny's Worth Of Thanks Matilda Rosencrantz was an old woman who lived long ago. To all appearances she had only life and breath for which to be thankful. She had never been what you would call "attractive," and the ravages ...

4383. Palm Sunday

Bulletin Aid

Jack Brownlee

... . Free us to respond to your world in need. Let us be assured that the acts of searching for our true selves do matter in this world. Assure us that small acts of kindness done in the name of Christ influence people more than we know. Fill us with thy spirit, O great God, as we sing Hosanna to the one who is to come. Amen. Assurance Of Pardon Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord. In our study, in our observance of religious tradition, in our acts of conscience and conviction we seek to stand ...

4384. Everyone Is Searching

Mark 1:35-39

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

... ." He answered, "Let us go on to the neighboring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also; for that is what I came out to do." And he went throughout Galilee, proclaiming the message in their synagogues and casting out demons. Hymn: "Holy Spirit, Faithful Guide" Sermon: "Everyone Is Searching" Mr. Wittenberg was an elderly man, living on a ranch. He decided to go for a walk, and somehow became disoriented, and was lost for two days on land that was ordinarily familiar to him. Everyone who lived ...

4385. Do You Want To Be More Spiritual?

Romans 8:1-17

Illustration

Clement E. Lewis

... his letter to the Philippians, Paul advised, "Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus." To the Romans he wrote, "To set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace." In order to be more spiritual, the mind needs to be fixed on abiding by the rules of spirituality. Our attitude toward God and Jesus Christ ... the thickening ills of life; One glimpse of brighter sky beyond the gathering mist, to make this life worthwhile And heaven a surer heritage. Amen. A Closing Hymn: "Spirit Of The Living God"

4386. Elements Of Devotion

Acts 17:16-34

Sermon

Clement E. Lewis

... built including altars and symbols of the history of the faith were erected. Paul noticed an altar with its inscription, "To an unknown god," and decided to help his hearers discover what it was they really wanted: a God whom they could worship in truth and in Spirit. He explained to them that their desire to express devotion was natural, as they, like others, "would search for God and perhaps grope for him and find him -- though he indeed is not far from each one of us. For 'in him we live and move and ...

4387. The Wonderful Mystery Of The Christian Religion

1 Timothy 3:1-16

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

... mystery is based on the life and love of Jesus Christ, who became the Savior and Lord of life. Jesus was the perfect revealer of the nature of God and his concern for mankind. He showed himself as a human being, and met as such, every demand of the Spirit. Without the dynamic of his life in all its aspects, such a redemptive faith could not have come into being. It is essential that we not only discover the divine mystery of our Lord, and the reasons for our faith in him, but that we also learn how to ...

4388. Vitality For Today

2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

... our being. Inner desire is necessary for playing the game of life well. It is especially valuable when we need to perform under conditions of physical limitations. It is a wonderful thing to know that God adds vitality to our lives by the presence of his Spirit within us! All of us need to be aware of something extra by which to live, and to increase meaningfulness in the midst of our daily experiences. Vitality for today is urgent for all of us. It has been generally understood that human life matures in ...

4389. The Full Measure Of Life

Ephesians 4:1-16

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

... energy for fulfillment of our several callings. Enable us to come to the full stature of Christian maturity, spiritual stability, and the best use of the endowments you have bestowed upon us. We thank you for the gift of your Son, who has so nobly interpreted your Spirit, the way, the truth, and the life. Grant, O Lord, that we may live up to what we have found in him, who is our Lord and Savior. Amen. Sermon: "The Full Measure Of Life" A small envelope arrived in the mail, along with several larger ones ...

4390. He Has Come Back To Life!

Mark 16:1-20

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

... of divine commission in which all people might share. He said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age." It is true: Jesus came back to fulfill his promise, to assure us that there is life beyond death, to do away with doubt about ...

4391. What Did You Say?

Exodus 1:1-22

Sermon Aid

Clement E. Lewis

... mouth come blessing and cursing. My brethren, this ought not to be so. (James 3:6, 9-10) Jesus said, "I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven. And whoever says a word against the Son of Man will be forgiven; but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come." ... "Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. The good man out of his good treasure brings forth good, and ...

4392. Fishing With A Net

Children's Sermon

Kenneth Mortonson

... may slip away, perhaps never to be seen again. Imagine what a large and effective net we would have if every member of our church were present every Sunday; especially if they came in the true Christian spirit of love and concern for others! For the net to be strong, each one of us must see that we are doing our part in the right spirit. So, let us begin to build our net right now. Let me give you a hug and when you get back to your pew, give someone else a hug. Possible Times To Use This Illustration In ...

4393. Epiphany 2

John 1:43-51

Bulletin Aid

Dennis Koch

... . Liturgical Color Green Suggested Hymns Jesus Calls Us, O'er The Tumult May God Bestow On Us This Grace By All Your Saints In Warfare Prayer for Epiphany 2 Lord God, your reach extends into every part of life. Your Spirit was active in the womb, where you formed and shaped us. Your Spirit will accompany us to the grave where your power will transform us. Your word accomplishes whatever you intend. The extent of your reach is most evident in Jesus Christ. In him, we clearly see your intention for the world ...

4394. The Unity Of The Faith

Ephesians 4:1-16

Bulletin Aid

James Wilson

... the power of Your presence that unites us where nothing else could bring us together. We thank You, Lord, for Your love. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession O Lord, so many times when we could have accepted other Christians and worked with them in Your spirit of love and unity, we have instead focused on our differences and divided over points that set a poor example and fell very short of being all that You created the Church to be. Forgive us, Lord, and help us to focus on loving one another as ...

4395. Maundy Thursday

John 13:1-17

Bulletin Aid

Dennis Koch

... and sealed. The full impact of that moment would be felt a few days later. Tonight we celebrate the power of that moment in time which is able to transcend all time. For when we share this sacred meal, Jesus Christ is truly present here. Our sins are forgiven. Our spirits are animated by your Holy Spirit. It has all been arranged, right down to the smallest detail. We are ready, Lord. Amen.

4396. Advent 1

Mark 13:32-37, Mark 13:1-31, Psalm 80:1-19

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... , keep us alert by the chimes of the times that whether Christ comes again, at dawn or high noon, in the evening or at midnight, we will be ready to welcome his return, enabled by the Spirit to show that our house is in order and that we are honored by his coming. Amen. Prayer of Thanksgiving God of grace, Child of peace, Spirit of truth, we join with all the members of the church everywhere in the world in giving thanks for all the gifts you have given to enrich the whole church. Though each of us do not ...

4397. Chist is King

Revelation 1:4-8, Psalm 132:1-18, 2 Samuel 23:1-7, John 18:28-40

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... seas, and your throne, unlike the passing dynasties of nations, does not pass away. Your truth, Sovereign over all earthly rulers, is full of grace and peace and not full of empty threatening so typical of the tyrants of our world. We join with the Seven Spirits before your throne in extolling you, the Alpha and the Omega, who is and who was and who is to come. May our thanksgiving continue not only while we have life and breath, but through such coming generations as shall live until all people and nations ...

4398. Epiphany 7

Mark 2:1-12

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... who need friends, by going the extra mile to be helpful, especially for those who may not be able to ask for help. We appreciate being part of your family gathered in the Spirit. We are humbled by the thought that as we belong to Christ, we belong to you, God of all. Amen. Prayer of Dedication You honor us, Divine Spirit, by making your home within us. Make us more fitting temples for your habitation, urging us toward the maturity and open-heartedness that is the genius of our Divine Parent. Bless our ...

4399. Palm Sunday

Isaiah 50:1-11, Psalm 118:1-29, Philippians 2:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, John 2:12-25, Psalm 31:1-24, Mark 15:21-32

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

... OF THE DAY Patient Teacher, when we are stubborn as mules, show us a docile donkey, so that when we are willing to bear the burden you place on us, we may find ourselves bearing the Christ. Amen. PRAYER OF THE DAY Crucified One, we need your humble spirit if we are to face the ridicule of the unbelieving without retaliation and accept persecution with resignation. So empty us of pride and we will be more like you. Amen. PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING We praise you, O God, for the one who comes in your name. We hail ...

4400. Maundy Thursday

John 13:1-17

Sermon Aid

B. David Hostetter

... , and made the great intercession. In the Garden of Gethsemane He endured His agony. Betrayed by Judas and arrested by His enemies, He was taken to prison and to judgment. Compassionate and saving God, assist us by the Spirit that we may approach with reverence our meditation on the actions of Jesus to give us forgiveness, life and immortality. As we come to your table with reverence, Lord Jesus, enable us to confirm our discipleship and to renew our vows of loyalty to you. Be present to us in ...

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