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4851. Where There's Death, There's Hope

Mark 5:21-43

Illustration

Robert Deffinbaugh

One woman in the crowd is singled out by the gospel writers. She was a woman who had suffered from some kind of hemorrhage for twelve years. Her suffering was much more than physical, though that would have been enough. She suffered as much from her ‘cures' as she did from her case of bleeding. From various sources we are informed as to the nature of some of these ‘cures.' Pliny's Natural History reveals the generally low condition of medical science in the world at that time. Physicians were accustomed to ...

4852. Proper 16

1 Kings 8:(1, 6, 10-11), 22-30, 41-43, Psalm 84:1-12, John 6:56-69, Ephesians 6:10-20

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 84 First Lesson—Solomon prays solemnly when the ark of the covenant is brought into the inner sanctuary of the newly built temple. 1 Kings 8:(1, 6, 10-11), 22-30, 41-43 Second Lesson—The apostle Paul compares our spiritual struggles to a soldier’s duty. Ephesians 6:10-20 Gospel—The sacramental significance of the death of Jesus Christ is taught by him and recorded by John. John 6:56-69 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with ...

4853. Lent 5

Psalm 51:1-19, Jeremiah 31:31-34, John 12:20-33, Hebrews 5:5-10

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 51:1-12 First Lesson—The prophet Jeremiah forecasts a new covenant of the heart to replace the broken one. Jeremiah 31:31-34 Second Lesson—Jesus is praised as a sincere and suffering high priest appointed by God to serve all who obey him. Hebrews 5:5-10 Gospel—John reports the interest of some Greeks as the occasion for the explanation by Jesus of what suffering love will accomplish in the divine purpose. John 12:20-33 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be ...

4854. Second Sunday in Lent

Genesis 17:1-27, Psalm 22:23-31, Mark 8:31-38, Romans 4:13-25

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 22:23-31 First Lesson—Abram’s name is changed to Abraham as God makes a covenant with him to provide a successor/son through Sarah his wife. Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16 Second Lesson—Paul uses the example of Abraham and Sarah as a model of trust in God’s promises of salvation. Romans 4:13-25 Gospel—Jesus rebukes the idea that his mission can be accomplished without suffering and says that all disciples have a cross to bear. Mark 8:31-38 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus ...

4855. Trinity Sunday

Psalm 29:1-11, Isaiah 6:1-13, John 3:1-17, Romans 8:1-17

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 29:1 First Lesson—The prophet’s vision of the holiness and glory of God overwhelms him with a sense of unworthiness to be the divine messenger. Isaiah 6:1-8 Second Lesson—Kinship to God includes the guidance of the Spirit but no exemption from suffering. Romans 8:12-17 Gospel—Nicodemus comes to Jesus by night to learn how spiritual renewal may take place. John 3:1-17 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Search ...

4856. Mark 6: 1-13

Mark 6:1-6

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

Of all the most stressful moments in your life, here’s one that doesn’t immediately come to consciousness - your high school and/or college reunion. Talk about an impossible combination of wanting everyone to see how much you’ve changed, and hoping everyone else is just the same. Yet no one is ever “just the same.” Everyone changes, for better, for worse. Some bright stars fade. Some wall flowers bloom. There are always a few surprising success stories as well as some tears and tragedies. Without ...

4857. Mark 6:14-29

Mark 6:14-29

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

People who think they are important, who think that they are important enough to have their names live on, repeat their names again and again. What am I talking about? Take former heavyweight champion and now indoor grill king, George Foreman. Foreman is also the father of five sons. He named all five “George.” Don’t ask, “Who comes when called?” Michael Jackson named both his sons “Prince Michael.” Michael’s older brother Jermaine Jackson named his daughter born in 2000 “Jermajesty.” But these recent ...

4858. Proper 7

1 Kings 19:1-8, Psalm 42:1-11; 43:1-5, Luke 8:26-39, Galatians 3:23-29

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalms 42 and 43 First Lesson—Elijah seeks to hear the voice of God in a variety of sounds in nature. 1 Kings 19:1-4 (5-7), 8-15a Second Lesson—Paul describes the role of law in bringing the baptized to the dignity of the children of God. Galatians 3:23-29 Gospel—The Creator and Healer also has the power to destroy his creation. Luke 8:26-39 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Come to God’s dwelling as to a beacon ...

4859. Proper 9

2 Kings 5:1-27, Psalm 30:1-12, Luke 10:1-11, 16-20, Galatians 6:1-16

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 30 First Lesson—A commander of the army discovers that humility is a prerequisite for divine mercy and healing. 2 Kings 5:1-14 Second Lesson—Paul ends his letter to the Galatians with warnings and his own witness to survival despite suffering. Galatians 6:(1-6), 7-16 Gospel—Seventy disciples are sent in pairs to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ. Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Sing ...

4860. Proper 18

Psalm 139:1-24, Jeremiah 18:1-11, Luke 14:25-35, Philemon 1:1-21

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 139:1-6, 13-18 First Lesson—The prophet declares the Creator’s privilege of breaking and remaking a flawed nation. Jeremiah 18:1-11 Second Lesson—Paul suggests that a slave may be freed by brotherhood. Philemon 1:1-21 Gospel—Jesus defines the absolute, bottom-line cost of discipleship. Luke 14:25-33 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Come and speak to our gracious Monarch, People: God listens to the prayers ...

4861. Proper 22

Lamentations 1:1-6, Lamentations 3:19-26, Luke 17:5-10, 2 Timothy 1:1-14

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Lamentations 3:19-26 [OR] Psalm 137 First Lesson—This lamentation mourns Jerusalem as an abandoned widow. Lamentations 1:1-6 Second Lesson—Three generations of Christian faith are noted in this letter of Paul. 2 Timothy 1:1-14 Gospel—When slavery was still accepted, Jesus continues to define the humility of discipleship. Luke 17:5-10 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Let us sing of mercy and justice as we give ...

4862. Easter 6

Psalm 67:1-7, John 5:1-9, John 14:23-29, Acts 16:9-15, Revelation 21:10, 22--22:5

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 67 First Lesson—Luke records another vision that guides an apostle to a broadening ministry in the larger world. Acts 16:9-15 Second Lesson—The glory of the New Jerusalem is synonymous with the glory of God. Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5 Gospel—Making ready for his departure, Jesus prepares the disciples to receive the Holy Spirit as their new teacher. John 14:23-29 [OR] The presence of Jesus and the authority of his directions bring instant healing and strength to an invalid. John 5:1-9 ...

4863. “Bad Form” and Bad Jesus

Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

Jesus is ALWAYS Third Class . . . The rankings of first, second and third class date from the days of the stage coach. You couldn’t tell the difference between the three inside the stage coach. Every person was seated without distinction. But when the stage came to the hill, the distinctions emerged. The second-class passengers had to get out and walk. The first class passengers remained in the coach. The third-class passengers had to get out and push. Jesus is ALWAYS third class . . . and when people who ...

4864. Bad Form and Bad Jesus

Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

4865. Waiting for Our Souls

Mark 6:30-44

Illustration

Carla Gorrell

A story is told about some African workers who were hired to carry heavy equipment on their backs to a remote outpost. It was a place that couldn't be reached any other way but on foot. After several days of difficult travel, the workers refused to pick up their packs and go any further. They sat by the side of the trail ignoring the shouts of the leader of the expedition. Finally the leader asked why they wouldn't go on. One of the workers replied, "Sir, we are waiting for our souls to catch up with our ...

4866. Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany

Psalm 112:1-10, Isaiah 58:1-9a (9b-12), Matthew 5:13-20, 1 Corinthians 2:1-12 (13-16)

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter--Psalms 112:1-9 (10) First Lesson--Ritual fasting does not gain us the divine favor as brightly as benevolent social action. Isaiah 58:1-9a (9b-12) Second Lesson--Paul specifies that the gospel of the cross is more persuasive than "wisdom" and oratory. 1 Corinthians 2:1-12 (13-16) Gospel--The light of good deeds should point to the goodness of God. Matthew 5:13-20 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: O praise the ...

4867. Easter 4

Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:1-10, Acts 2:42-47, 1 Peter 2:13-25

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter - Psalms 23 First Lesson - Mutual sharing, as well as a common faith, is an essential factor in the growth of the infant church. Acts 2:42-47 Second Lesson - Peter advises Christians that they can have God's approval for patience like that of Jesus when suffering unjustly. 1 Peter 2:19-25 Gospel - The shepherding of Jesus Christ is sincere caring and not hypocritical religious professionalism. John 10:1-10 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: ...

4868. Proper 8

Genesis 22:1-19, Psalm 13:1-6, Matthew 10:1-42, Romans 6:12-13

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter--Psalms 13 First Lesson--The near sacrifice of Isaac is a test of Abraham's faith in the face of the death of his only heir. Genesis 22:1-14 Second Lesson--The dominion of sin is to be overturned by our willingness to be tools in God's hands to do what is right. Romans 6:12-23 Gospel--Jesus promises rewards for the smallest service to one of his prophets. Matthew 10:40-42 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Rejoice ...

4869. Proper 9

Genesis 24:1-67, Psalm 45:1-17, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30, Romans 7:7-25

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter - Psalms 45:10-17 First Lesson - The arrangement of the marriage of Isaac to Rebekah is made by Abraham through an emissary. Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58- 67 Second Lesson - Paul describes the conflict within us as between the old and the new nature. Romans 7:15-25 Gospel - Jesus describes the contradictions in the behavior of his critics and his happiness at the response of the simple-hearted. Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you ...

4870. Proper 22

Matthew 21:33-46, Psalm 19:1-14, Exodus 20:1-21, Philippians 3:1-11

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter - Psalms 19:1-14 First Lesson - Here are recorded ten great commandments to govern our relationship with God and our neighbors. Exodus 20:1-4, 7-9, 12-20 Second Lesson - Paul finds his new life as a Christian to be much more valuable than his previous life and career. Philippians 3:4b-14 Gospel - In this parable Jesus sets his whole mission in death and resurrection as a conundrum for his opposition to ponder. Matthew 21:33-46 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be ...

4871. Easter 7

Psalm 68:1-35, John 17:1-11, Acts 1:6-14, 1 Peter 4:12-19

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter - Psalms 68:1-10, 32-35 First Lesson - The clouds are a curtain brought down on the end of the final act of the earthly drama of Jesus of Nazareth. Acts 1:6-14 Second Lesson - Peter holds out the hope for us that after the ordeal of suffering will come exaltation as experienced by Jesus. 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11 Gospel - This climactic prayer of Jesus is for the unity of the apostles and the church to come. John 17:1-11 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you ...

4872. Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany

Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Psalm 119:1-8, Matthew 5:21-37, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter--Psalms 119:1-8 First Lesson--The choice to obey or not to obey is the choice ultimately to live or to die. Deuteronomy 30:15-20 [OR] The wise man seeks to define the line of responsibility between the human will and the will of God. Sirach 15:15-20 Second Lesson--Cooperation, not divisiveness, is a sign of maturity. 1 Corinthians 3:1-9 Gospel--Jesus, the law, and the prophets expect respect not only in outward conformance to the tradition but in reconciliation of differences with others. ...

4873. Palm Sunday

Isaiah 50:1-11, Matthew 21:1-11, Psalm 118:1-29, Psalm 31:1-24, Matthew 26:14-16, Philippians 2:1-11

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B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter - Psalms 118:1-2, 19-29 (As Palm Sunday) Psalter - Psalms 31:9-16 (As Passion Sunday) First Lesson - Learning to listen patiently to God can develop wisdom in speech and confident patience under persecution. Isaiah 50:4-9a Second Lesson - If the elect offspring of God can accept humble servanthood and suffering, why not those of us who take the name Christian? Philippians 2:5-11 Gospel - A humble king is welcomed as he comes riding a gentle donkey. Matthew 21:1-11 Gospel - Jesus Christ, ...

4874. John 6:1-21

John 6:1-15

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

There are many distinctive aspects of the “Fourth Gospel,” but one of its most unique features was John’s relatively brief focus on Jesus’ Galilean ministry. The Synoptics, on the other hand, spend a great deal of time detailing the teachings Jesus offered, the miraculous works performed, and the crowds that followed him as he crisscrossed the Galilean countryside. Today’s text is the exception to John’s usual Galilean omissions. Because he too recounts the miraculous feeding of the five thousand, this ...

4875. A Time to Remember

John 6:16-24

Illustration

Brett Blair

In his book The Swann's Way, the French novelist Marcel Proust wrote of returning home late one evening on a dull winter day when he faced the prospect of a depressing tomorrow. The maid greeted him and, seeing that he was tired, brought him a cup of hot tea and some cake. Being both tired and depressed he at first refused them. Only at her insistence did he finally begin to drink the tea and eat the cake. Proust wrote that an unexplainable delight suddenly came over him. His anxieties and troubles seemed ...

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4851. Where There's Death, There's Hope

Mark 5:21-43

Illustration

Robert Deffinbaugh

4852. Proper 16

1 Kings 8:(1, 6, 10-11), 22-30, 41-43, Psalm 84:1-12, John 6:56-69, Ephesians 6:10-20

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B. David Hostetter

4853. Lent 5

Psalm 51:1-19, Jeremiah 31:31-34, John 12:20-33, Hebrews 5:5-10

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B. David Hostetter

4854. Second Sunday in Lent

Genesis 17:1-27, Psalm 22:23-31, Mark 8:31-38, Romans 4:13-25

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B. David Hostetter

4855. Trinity Sunday

Psalm 29:1-11, Isaiah 6:1-13, John 3:1-17, Romans 8:1-17

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B. David Hostetter

4856. Mark 6: 1-13

Mark 6:1-6

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

4857. Mark 6:14-29

Mark 6:14-29

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

4858. Proper 7

1 Kings 19:1-8, Psalm 42:1-11; 43:1-5, Luke 8:26-39, Galatians 3:23-29

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B. David Hostetter

4859. Proper 9

2 Kings 5:1-27, Psalm 30:1-12, Luke 10:1-11, 16-20, Galatians 6:1-16

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B. David Hostetter

4860. Proper 18

Psalm 139:1-24, Jeremiah 18:1-11, Luke 14:25-35, Philemon 1:1-21

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B. David Hostetter

4861. Proper 22

Lamentations 1:1-6, Lamentations 3:19-26, Luke 17:5-10, 2 Timothy 1:1-14

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B. David Hostetter

4862. Easter 6

Psalm 67:1-7, John 5:1-9, John 14:23-29, Acts 16:9-15, Revelation 21:10, 22--22:5

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B. David Hostetter

4863. “Bad Form” and Bad Jesus

Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

4864. Bad Form and Bad Jesus

Ephesians 2:11-22

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

4865. Waiting for Our Souls

Mark 6:30-44

Illustration

Carla Gorrell

4866. Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany

Psalm 112:1-10, Isaiah 58:1-9a (9b-12), Matthew 5:13-20, 1 Corinthians 2:1-12 (13-16)

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B. David Hostetter

4867. Easter 4

Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:1-10, Acts 2:42-47, 1 Peter 2:13-25

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B. David Hostetter

4868. Proper 8

Genesis 22:1-19, Psalm 13:1-6, Matthew 10:1-42, Romans 6:12-13

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B. David Hostetter

4869. Proper 9

Genesis 24:1-67, Psalm 45:1-17, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30, Romans 7:7-25

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B. David Hostetter

4870. Proper 22

Matthew 21:33-46, Psalm 19:1-14, Exodus 20:1-21, Philippians 3:1-11

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B. David Hostetter

4871. Easter 7

Psalm 68:1-35, John 17:1-11, Acts 1:6-14, 1 Peter 4:12-19

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B. David Hostetter

4872. Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany

Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Psalm 119:1-8, Matthew 5:21-37, 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

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B. David Hostetter

4873. Palm Sunday

Isaiah 50:1-11, Matthew 21:1-11, Psalm 118:1-29, Psalm 31:1-24, Matthew 26:14-16, Philippians 2:1-11

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B. David Hostetter

4874. John 6:1-21

John 6:1-15

Sweet

Leonard Sweet

4875. A Time to Remember

John 6:16-24

Illustration

Brett Blair

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