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4551. Seeing as the Lord Sees

1 Samuel 16:1-13

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... in our hearts and when we share it there is something encouraging, supportive and sustaining there for us all. When someone looks at us, don’t we want them to know what is in our hearts, what is best? I do. God sees us that way. It is a wonderful gift. Let’s share it with each other.

4552. Who Has Believed?

Isaiah 52:13--53:12

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... truth grieves us, it is also the source of great hope. For, if upon him the sins of us all have been laid and the debt has been paid, there is the assurance of our salvation. It is only in the awareness not only of the grief but of the gift of salvation that we could ever refer to this day as "Good Friday." It was on this day that we are assured that the goodness of God has been and can never be overcome by the world. His power and love will always overcome it. "Who has believed what we ...

4553. Loosed from the Pangs of Death

Acts 2:14-41

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... shock because of the finality of it. It does not matter if it happens suddenly or after a long illness. It is simply hard for us to deal with the reality of it and to turn loose and accept what has happened. I am convinced, however, that that is a gift from God. God helps us not to have to absorb the full reality of what has happened all in one moment; we absorb it gradually. When you think about it, some of the feelings we have at the time of death are really no different from those we have at ...

4554. Life in the Community of Believers

Acts 2:42-47

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... continued until you and I have had the opportunity of receiving the Word of God and of entering into its continuing fellowship. In the United Methodist Church we say, "Will you be loyal to the United Methodist Church and uphold it by your prayers, your presence, your gifts and your service?" Will you be a part of the continuity of that commitment that brought the faith to you? The Church will be here for you. The question is: Will you be here for the Church? That is what it means to claim our life together ...

4555. The Source of Power

Acts 1:1-11

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... . They knew that was what it was because there was only one footprint. It was obvious he had one foot already in the air as he was ascending. Must our efforts to prove or understand the significance and meaning of the Ascension of our Lord and the gift of the Holy Spirit be treated so literally? I confess that such efforts at material and physical proof often disturb my faith more than confirm it. In contrast, I believe the reason for a backward look at the experience of the Ascension and of the empowerment ...

4556. Happy Birthday!

John 15:18--16:4

Children's Sermon

... one day and he told her that the baby was going to be born on that day. Sure enough, on that day or almost that day, a baby was born to that mother and that baby was you! Whenever that day comes each year we stop and remember it with gifts and cards just like this to show you and everybody else how important that day that you were born on is. Jesus told us some things that were going to happen. He said that he wanted us to remember that he had said these things so that when they happened ...

4557. Easter 2

Acts 5:17-42, Revelation 1:4-8, Revelation 1:9-20, John 20:19-23, John 20:24-31

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... lock foe nor friend out. 2. Peace (vv. 19, 21, 26). Three times Jesus greets his followers with "Shalom." It was more than a casual greeting such as "Hello." The men were in need of peace. They were troubled and worried about their future. Peace is a gift and not an attainment nor a product to be purchased. Peace is the result of a harmonious relationship in which both parties are one. 3. Breathe (v. 22). As God breathed into Adam and he became a living soul, Jesus breathes upon the Disciples. The Hebrew ...

4558. Proper 11

Lk 10:38-42 · Col 1:21-29 · Gen 18:1-10 · 2 Ki 4:8-17

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John R. Brokhoff

... the case with Abraham and Sarah in this text. When we entertain, especially God and his representatives, we are blessed beyond measure. Outline: The rewards of entertaining. A. The presence of God in the guests - vv. 1-2 B. The fellowship and friendship - v. 3 C. The miraculous gift of new life - v. 10a Lesson 2: Colossians 1:21-29 There is much to preach in this passage. In 1:21-23, a sermon could be built upon the nature of the gospel, the way of salvation, with an appeal to remain steadfast in the faith ...

4559. Proper 17

Lk 14:1, 7-14 · Heb 12:18-19, 22-24; 13:1-8 · Eze 18:1-9, 25-29 · Prov 25:6-22

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John R. Brokhoff

... he cannot change for the better. 2. Sinless - he cannot change for the worse. B. What does a changeless Christ mean to us? 1. Truth is changeless - his teachings are applicable in every age. 2. Atonement - his love for us shown on the cross is constant. 3. Promises - always good: gift of the Spirit, his return to judge, his preparation of a place for us in heaven. Lesson 2: Hebrews 12:18-19, 22-24 1. The Population of God's City. 12:22-24. Need: Can we know who is in heaven? Are our loved ones there? Will I ...

4560. Proper 19

Lk 15:1-10 · Hos 4:1-3, 5:15--6:6 · 1 Tim 1:12-17 · Ex 32:7-14

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John R. Brokhoff

... people, God is at his wits' end to know what to do to bring his people back to him and to make them faithful to the covenant. Outline: God is so desperate that - A. He goes to any length to win us, even the cross. B. He accepts the smallest gift offered to him. C. He uses the most unworthy person for his purposes. 2. Need the Born-Again Be Born Again? 6:1. Need: Hosea is addressing God's people who have become faithless. To be a Christian is to be born again of the Spirit. Though born-again we ...

4561. Pentecost 27

Lk 19:11-27 · 1 Cor 15:54-58 · Isa 52:1-6

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John R. Brokhoff

... he had, and who was scared of failure. In the end, he lost what he feared he would lose. Outline: Consider the curse of ultra-conservatism. A. Fear 1. Afraid of losing what he had - v. 20 2. Afraid of his master's judgment - v. 21 B. Loss of his gift - v. 26 3. You Can't Win Them All! 19:12, 14, 27. Need: Not even Christ could win the allegiance of all people. Though it is God's will that every one come to him for eternal life, not all accept his love. This was demonstrated when Jesus was ...

4562. The Baptism of Our Lord

Lk 3:15-17, 21-22 · Acts 8:14-17; 10:34-38 · Isa 42:1-7; 61:1-4

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John R. Brokhoff

... . Do the worshipers really know what is happening? It is difficult for us to realize, understand, and appreciate invisible realities. Outward symbols are helpful in knowing what is happening at baptism. Outline: Look and know - A. Water - the seal of the covenant. B. Dove - the gift of the Spirit. C. Voice - the acceptance as a child of God. Lesson 1: Isaiah 61:1-4 1. Baptized into Freedom. 61:1-4. Need: This Old Testament passage needs to be seen and used in connection with the festival of our Lord's ...

4563. Epiphany 5

Lk 5:1-11 · 1 Cor 14:12-20; 15:1-11 · Isa 6:1-8

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John R. Brokhoff

... Isaiah and Peter are called to God's service in different ways. Yet there are similarities: a vision of divine greatness, a sense of sin and unworthiness, and a clear mandate to serve God. Lesson 2 continues the series from 1 Corinthians; the subject shifts from the gifts of the Spirit to the Gospel of the resurrection. As usual, the Psalm (Psalm 138) is related to Lesson 1 - "Though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly." The prayer has in mind Isaiah's experience: "eyes to see and ears to hear." The hymn ...

4564. Lent 1

Lk 4:1-13 · Rom 10:8-13 · Deut 26:1-11

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John R. Brokhoff

... to do this when we come to the Lord's Supper. A. Then and now - vv. 5-9. 1. Few in number vs. a mighty, populous nation - v. 5. 2. Bondage and affliction vs. promised land - vv. 6-9 B. An appropriate response - v. 10 1. Confession - v. 5 2. Gifts - v. 10 3. Worship - v. 10 2. The Cries of a People. 26:6 - "Then we cried to the Lord ..." Compare the Second Lesson: "Every one who calls upon the name of the Lord will be saved ..." Consider the cries of today's people: A. Cry of hunger and poverty ...

4565. Lent 2

Lk 9:18-36; 13:31-35 · Php 3:17--4:1 · Jer 26:8-15 · Gen 15:1-12, 17-18

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John R. Brokhoff

... man's, message of doom. Jeremiah could say, "Don't blame me, blame God." Jeremiah's message of doom resulted from his obedience to God - v. 8. What is God saying today through the preacher that we oppose? Do we object to the teaching of a tithe as a minimal gift to God? Do we reject the idea of loving one's enemies? Do we resist the message that a plague will come upon us lest we repent? Do we resent this open and frank criticism of our wayward ways? Is the preacher just letting off steam or is he ...

4566. ADVENT 1

Isaiah 2:1-5

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First Lesson: Isaiah 2:1-5 Theme: Peace in God's Kingdom Call to Worship Pastor: Peace is the gift God offers to our world. But only those who walk in his paths shall find it. People: We have come to the Lord's house; that he may teach us his ways, and that we may walk in his paths. Pastor: If we will walk in his paths, he will ...

4567. Advent 4

Isaiah 7:1-25

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... that God had come to save his people. People: He is our Emmanuel, too! For God is with us in his Son who came to be our Savior! Collect O loving God, who makes your presence felt in each generation, blessing your people with grace and guidance: May the gift of your Son, acknowledged through our celebration of his birth, be the sign of your presence in our generation; that we may know you are in our midst to save us. In his name we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession The songs of Christmas are so familiar to us ...

4568. Proper 13

Romans 8:31-39

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Second Lesson: Romans 8:31-39 Theme: Christ makes us victorious Call to Worship Pastor: God's love is a permanent gift which can never be taken from us. People: Jesus has made that love forever ours through his death on the cross. Pastor: There are still strong powers of evil in our world; but they cannot separate us from God's love. People: We are certain that God gives us victory ...

4569. Proper 15

Matthew 15:21-28

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Call to Worship Pastor: Many barriers come between God and his people, limiting his ability to give wholeness. People: It seemed the Canaanite woman would be rejected; but her faith overcame her barriers, and brought healing to her daughter. Pastor: The gift of faith is available to everyone, and breaks through any barrier to God's grace. People: May God give us faith to overcome any obstacle which seems to withhold his love from us. Collect Father of love and mercy, whose blessings come in proportion to ...

4570. PROPER 17

Matthew 16:21-28

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... may forget ourselves in your service and experience the joy of living for you. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession We enjoy life, Father, but much of our joy is superficial because we strive to please ourselves. Forgive us for not seeing life as a gift we can give to you. Challenge us with the discipleship our Lord requires; that we may not only be effective in service to him, but also find the life that is most satisfying to us. We pray through Christ our Lord. Amen. Hymns "Am I a Soldier of ...

4571. PROPER 25

Ruth 2:1-23

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... to please him with our lives. Collect Gracious God, you are so good to us when we are so unworthy of your love! Help us to accept your blessings with humility, and give our devotion with thanksgiving; that we may always be aware our happiness is the gift of your grace. In our Savior's name we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession We are blessed beyond measure, O God, because of your goodness to us. But how often we are blind, and miss the joy of experiencing your unexpected kindness. Forgive us when we become ...

4572. All Saints' Day

Revelation 7:9-17, 1 John 2:28--3:10, Matthew 5:1-12

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... . In Christ's name we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession Praised be your name, O God, for you have remained faithful in every generation! Glory and honor is yours for the mighty deliverance you have given to those who commit their ways to you. With the gift of your Son, you have opened the blessing of eternity to all who will believe. Accept us as those who believe, forgiving us for our sins. Cleanse us of unrighteousness, that we may join the chorus which forever sings your praises. Hear us for Christ's ...

4573. Christmas Eve or Day

Isaiah 62:1-12, Titus 3:1-11, Luke 2:8-20

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... have given us new life, O God, in the birth of your Son. We celebrate his birth with joy, but quickly return to living the old life. Forgive us when we take only the celebration, and leave your grace and mercy unclaimed. Help us to experience the real Gift this Christmas, and live the new life which Jesus has brought to us. In his name we pray. Amen. Hymns "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" "It Came Upon the Midnight Clear" "Love Came Down at Christmas" "O Come, All Ye Faithful" Gospel: Luke 2:8-20 Theme: The ...

4574. January 1

Matthew 25:31-46, Revelation 21:1-27, Deuteronomy 8:1-20

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... will bless us with life that is totally new. Pastor: The joy of God's newness is his presence, whether it is this new year we've never experienced before, or new life in eternity. People: We praise God for his presence that makes every experience a new gift from him! Collect Eternal God, who promises to be with us in this new year, and through all eternity: Keep us mindful of your presence in all situations; that we may find strength and joy in whatever adventure you lead us. In the name of Christ we pray ...

4575. Christmas 2

Jeremiah 30:1--31:40, Ephesians 1:1-14, Ephesians 1:15-23, John 1:1-18

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... God's Son become God's children, because that is his will. People: We have experienced the glory of God in the birth of his Son. May we always live as children who are faithful to God's will. Collect Gracious God, you have come into our world with the gift of new life through your only Son. Grant us wills which coincide with your will; that we may be born anew in your kingdom, and live as those whom you are pleased to call your children. In the name of Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession We are your ...

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