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451. Memorial Day

Ecclesiastes 3:1-22

Sermon

Brett Blair

... , born to James and Ellen Thompson in the year 1844. There was a certain gentleness, perhaps even a naivety about the country at that time. Still, life was hard. At age 15 John's father died and he was forced to quite school and go to work to support his widowed mother and his younger sister, Elizabeth. At a salary of $4 a week, he became an apprentice bricklayer. Then came the war, and nothing would ever be the same again. On August 25, 1861, at the age of 19, John enlisted in the 51st New York regiment ...

452. Week Four Of Lent

Sermon

Richard Gribble

... 32:7-14John 5:31-47 Accepting The Lord The gifts of God are truly innumerable. God has given us the created world and all that is in it. We have the beauty of nature and the usefulness of the world's resources. God has given us one another, for support and love, God has given us our faith and nurtures it along the path of life. Certain gifts of God separate us from all other living beings. The presence of our soul is the primary gift that only humans possess. Our souls are immortal and thus allow us to live ...

453. An Arranged Wedding, But An Intentional Marriage

Genesis 24:1-67

Sermon

R. Robert Cueni

... central purpose of marriage. Obviously, something has changed. We do not marry for economic or survival reasons. Men do not need wives to help with the farm. Women do not need husbands to support them. Today, people marry expecting more. We want our husband or wife to make us feel loved and appreciated. Today emotional support is the central reason for the relationship. If great-grandma and great-grandpa loved one another (in the sense that we have come to use that word), it was considered a wonderful added ...

454. A Long Obedience In The Same Direction

Matthew 3:13-17

Sermon

Mark Radecke

... same direction provides the sustenuto, the sustained voice, the continuo line. It gives body and substance to the piece. By itself, it could become tedious or dull. But when the sustained voice undergirds and supports the staccato notes -- when life in the microwave world is sustained and supported by God's gift of a long baptismal obedience in the same direction -- then life is a magnificent fugue -- beautiful, rich, multi-textured, varied; surprising yet graceful and grace-filled. Such a life is beautiful ...

455. Epiphany 5

Matthew 5:17-20, Matthew 5:13-16

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William E. Keeney

... needs with the guidance of the Holy Spirit the church continues to be salt and light today. With the breakdown of the family, the church needs to demonstrate what a family should be. By its care and support for each other it can illuminate what the family should provide. Where families have broken down, the church can help support those persons who do not find the light in the home. Homily Hints 1. Salt of the World. (v. 13) A. Salt as Seasoning. How do members of the kingdom of heaven add taste to the life ...

456. Thistles Among The Wheat

Genesis 28:10-22, Psalm 139:1-24, Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43, Romans 8:12-25

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William E. Keeney

... church? Another broad issue raised by the interpretation of the parable is the presence of evil in the church and in the world. Should the church advocate the eradication of the evil by destroying the perpetrators of evil? What is the role of the church in supporting attempts to remove the evil? It even raises the question of why a good and powerful God permits evil to persist in the world. Can we trust that God will ultimately overcome all evil? If so, when and how will that happen? How should the church ...

457. Wicked Tenants

Matthew 21:33-46

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William E. Keeney

... , 41) What does God expect as our response to his bounty toward us? What kind of harvest should workers in his vineyard produce? A. A Goodly Life. In personal life the Christian should manifest the works of the Holy Spirit. B. A Faithful Church. Support and encouragement of the church in its fullest extension is another important fruit. C. Social and Economic Justice. Working to bring God's kingdom into being in the world at large is another way to produce fruit for the harvest. 2. Treating His Slaves. (vv ...

458. Getting Out Of Our Own Way

Matthew 16:21-28

Sermon

Roger G. Talbott

... become an artist. She wants to find out who she is by letting go of thinking of herself as only a wife and a mother. Her family starts to argue with her. "You can't do that. We need you." They may not actually say it. They may be outwardly supportive, but they begin sabotaging her efforts to do something else with her life. They are getting in her way. A man starts sharing with his wife that he is thinking of changing careers. Maybe he wants to back off and devote more time to doing volunteer work or to ...

459. Adam And Jesus See Temptation

Genesis 3:1-24, Genesis 2:4-25, Luke 4:1-13

Sermon

David Belgum

... as temptation, is peirazein. It means "to test." In our materials engineering laboratory at the university, we test and stress beams to the breaking point. That way we will know how much a bridge, or library floor holding up tons of books, can actually support. But even on the cross, Jesus was not broken down. 1. Instant gratification is as familiar to us as today's mail. We want immediate solutions without even working for them. "Are you hungry, Jesus? Snap your fingers and these oblong loaf-shaped stones ...

460. Seeing Light In Darkness

John 11:1-16

Sermon

David Belgum

... Lord." Nor that he was pleased to be brought back only to have to die another time. There is also nothing in the story to indicate that Jesus brought Lazarus back for the benefit of Martha and Mary. Maybe Lazarus was the only source of financial support of his sisters. Women, after all, were not very employable in Bible times. No, this economic benefit is not stated in the story. What of the fellowship and companionship of their brother? Jesus did not even suggest, "Yes, I realize you would miss Lazarus in ...

461. Preaching On Biblical Personalities

Sermon

John R. Bodo

462. Responsibility And Motivation

Ruth 1:1-22

Sermon

John N. Brittain

... woman's help, Naomi would probably not have survived the journey. When they arrived back in Bethlehem, it became clear that sentimentality aside, the going would be rough. Ruth's words would be put to the test, because the young woman had to support Naomi and herself with backbreaking work, gleaning in the fields. How quickly the seemingly warm emotion of that familiar scene with Naomi, Ruth, and Orpah faded. An embittered Naomi complained to the women of Bethlehem: "I went away full," she said, "but the ...

463. The Christian Journey IV: The Pool

Sermon

John N. Brittain

... namely ways that justify me, my opinion, and my group. One of the most troubling dimensions of our May (1997) Mission Trip to South Africa was coming to grips with how much of the Christian Church supported apartheid in the bad old days -- either by acquiescing in silence or actually actively supporting the racist regime often citing isolated Bible passages. They forgot that the first person to proclaim Jesus publicly after the miracle at Cana was a hated Samaritan -- and a woman at that! And because of her ...

464. "Is It Community Today?"

1 Peter 2:4-12

Sermon

Alex Gondola

... are never truly alone. We are fortunate to receive God's gracious care through the church. The sense of that caring can give us the strength we need to endure. It needs to be community today because we need each other, because we all need the support and encouragement we receive in a truly caring church. Another reason it needs to be community today is because it is through community that we are spiritually nourished. I once read an article in Reader's Digest that taught me something I didn't know about ...

465. Prayers for Family Days

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Rolland R. Reece

... Amen. Gracious, heavenly Spirit, we come to you with a specific need in mind -- the need of persons who live alone. Within our church and our circle of friends there are those whose mate has died and who now no longer have the counsel and support of a spouse. For years the chores and responsibilities were carried by two; now they fall upon one, often one who has diminishing physical abilities and decreasing financial resources. This can fast become an imprisoning way to live. Some of us have lost our mates ...

466. Wedding: With Communion

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Derl G. Keefer

... for a lifetime. Pastor: (Groom), repeat after me. Pastor (Groom Repeats): I marry you, (Bride), because I want you to be a part of my life. I pledge that you will be a part of my decisions and considerations in life. I will share my joy and ask for your support in sorrow for as long as we both shall live. (Bride), I love you! Pastor: (Bride), repeat after me: Pastor (Bride Repeats): I accept your pledge of love. I marry you, (Groom), because I want you to be a part of my life. I pledge to you that you will ...

467. This House In Its Former Glory

Haggai 2:1-9

Sermon

Frank Ramirez

... Grande ruins. We baked in the sun. There was no one nearby. The single building was said to be the site of what was once a thriving Native American settlement. Hard to believe it was still standing, but we were told the supporting beams had been dragged from hundreds of miles away, and they still provided support. Ruins. A couple days later we took a side trip from Silver City. It takes two and a half hours to drive around forty miles along State Road 15, said to be the worst road in New Mexico. That's how ...

468. Jesus Prays for His Disciples

John 17:6-19

Sermon Aid

Wayne H. Keller

... on when it seems that everyone else has given up. Pastor: We can know that, no matter what, Jesus who prayed for his disciples continues to pray for us through the pleasure and the pain. Therefore, we need to support and encourage each other. People: Because of Jesus' prayer, we offer this support and encouragement as we celebrate the life of faith together. So be it! Hymn of Praise "People, Clap Your Hands" Prayer of Praise Keep on reminding the people that Christ continues to pray for us. Ask if any of ...

469. Moving At The Speed Of Light: In Corinth Or Cana?

1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Sermon

Frank Luchsinger

... . In his sophomore year, Rick asked Liz to the spring dance and from that time, they went out often and called each other "my best date." Rick's illness continued to be a problem from time to time, and they weathered his illness together, Liz supporting Rick. High school commencement came and went, and both continued their education at a local junior college while working part-time jobs. This was when Liz came to my office. Obviously nervous, she confided that she had asked Rick to marry her. The two sets ...

470. The Rock Of Faith

Matthew 16:13-20

Sermon

Roger G. Talbott

... a shaky card table. Rocks are not vulnerable. Rocks are not shaky. Rocks are solid. Where is the rock? Where is Peter? Peter is wherever there is a person who believes so much that Jesus is the Christ that his or her confidence in Christ encourages and supports the community that Christ founded. That's where the rock is. The rock may be sitting on the throne of Peter in the Vatican making pronouncements that get reported in the newspapers of the world. The rock may also be sitting in a rocking chair in the ...

471. Proper 21

Matthew 21:23-27, Matthew 21:28-32, Exodus 17:1-7, Ezekiel 18:1-32, Philippians 2:1-11

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Russell F. Anderson

... Herman and Aunt Lotti Anderson, as far as I could tell, fell into that exalted category. Some women's liberationists might scoff at this relationship, in that he coordinated their efforts. She looked to him for leadership and he gave it. He looked to her for support and he got it. Their joy was to make one another happy. Every action was directed by love and consideration. They were truly of one heart and mind, the mind of Christ. Sermon Title: Don't Mind Your Own Business. Sermon Angle: Paul expands on the ...

472. Proper 24

Exodus 33:12-23, Isaiah 45:1-7, Matthew 22:15-22, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

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Russell F. Anderson

... were mutually exclusive. Jesus taught that both had a claim on our loyalty but on much different levels. As citizens of this world, we owe support to our government. But we are also citizens of God's kingdom, which lays on us a much more basic claim to our loyalty. ... catch him in this trap 3. Jesus teaches that we must pay the state and God what we owe we owe our government taxes and support we owe God our very lives 4. All that we have is a gift to be shared Paul Revere has established the kingdom of Heaven ...

473. 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

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... 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 is a ...

474. A Little Book Of Comfort

Jeremiah 30:1--31:40

Sermon

Harold Warlick

... outrageous generosity will be on display for the nations to witness. The darkness of exile, despite its best efforts, has not been able to defeat the promise of God. The people who have believed only in a promise, when there was no tangible evidence to support it, have a new creation. They only have to trust God's generosity. Christmas itself is an act against the darkness that threatens life. Jesus' ministry reiterates the power of God to push back the darkness of life, and his resurrection attests to the ...

475. Church As Redemptive Community

Acts 4:32-37

Sermon

E. Carver McGriff

... . He said that in today's world, one of the significant stress factors in society is the constant uprooting of families as people advance in the corporate ranks. He said the man or woman being promoted moves to a new city with a built-in support group within the corporation. But the rest of the family is often left adrift, separated from old friends, from the familiar scenes of everyday life. He said he's realized that the one place where such people can turn for acceptance, for instant friendships and ...

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