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4951. Alive In Christ

Colossians 2:6-23

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Maxie Dunnam

... Jesus Christ, we are new persons. Now our condition, the actual life that we live, must be brought into harmony with our new position. A man once said to Dwight L. Moody, “Sir, I am a self-made man.” Moody replied, “You have saved the Lord from a very grave responsibility.” Paul contended that he was a new creature perfect in Christ Jesus (Col. 1:28), created after the likeness of God in true righteousness and holiness (Ephesians 4:24), -- renewed according to the image of Him who created him (Col ...

4952. Our Journey With Jesus

2 Corinthians 5:17

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Maxie Dunnam

... for my money, we wouldn’t be here in this beautiful home.” John swallowed hard and said, “Martha, if it were not for your money, I wouldn’t be here.” Well, why are we here? That is the question. I believe we’re here because we’re called. The Lord has brought us here. We’ve invited you here to share with you the remarkable way that God is working through Asbury Seminary – but more than that, we want to invite you to be a part of our family. Let’s have a good time together. Let’s get to ...

4953. Awake to Glory

Luke 9:28-36

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J. Ellsworth Kalas

... Chosen." Then, just as suddenly, there was no one there with the disciples, but Jesus. Something about the occasion was so special, however, that Peter, James, and John said nothing about it to their fellow disciples. This is a key story in the life of our Lord. Luke points out that it was set between two special events. It came, he says, about eight days after Jesus had charged his disciples to remain true to him even in the face of persecution, promising that some of them would not taste death before they ...

4954. Don't Fade Out On the Amen and the Hallelujah

Revelation 19:1-10

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Maxie Dunnam

... . And the chorus was an exulting affirmation: When we all get to heaven what a day of rejoicing that will be. When we all get to heaven we will sing the victory. John heard the echoes of worship from the Redeemed in heaven: Amen. Hallelujah! for the Lord our God reigns. We don’t add “Amen” to our singing any more. In the previous edition of the United Methodist hymnal, many of the written texts as well as the musical scores included an Amen. I have no problem with the fact that those amens have been ...

4955. The Church: An Enclave of Resistance v1

Romans 12:1-8, Romans 12:9-21

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Maxie Dunnam

... Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. Therefore, If your enemy hungers, feed him; If he thirst, give him a drink; For in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. (Romans 12:1-21) Now let’s go back through the ...

4956. The Promise Of A Kingdom Of Justice And Righteousness

Jeremiah 33:1-26

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... journey, we pray, and help us to find the true meaning of this world-shaking event. May we learn to put our faith in a kingdom based on justice and righteousness, and commit ourselves anew to be faithful disciples of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, we prepare for your advent, but we confess that we often forget you have already come. We pray that in this holy season we may truly experience your presence with us through your Holy Spirit giving us guidance, strength, new vision, and ...

4957. The Coming Messenger

Malachi 3:6-18

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... . Collect Creator God, just as you sent John the Baptist as a messenger to prepare the way for the coming of the Lord, so, too, you have given us this season of Advent that we might prepare the way for the coming of Jesus into our lives with ... renewed faith and dedication. Help us to use this time wisely, we pray in Jesus' name. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord Jesus, we would prepare the way for your coming with our lives, and so we humbly confess that in many ways we have fallen ...

4958. The Beatitudes

Luke 6:17-26

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... that we are to love our enemies and do good to those who hate us. Through the ages your prophets have kept this challenge before us. With the help of your Holy Spirit, we are committed to keeping this message alive. Rekindle the flame that is within us, Lord, that we may go from this service with new power to proclaim your message. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Heavenly Father, it still hurts us when we are rejected and hated; when others say that we are evil when we are trying to carry out your will. Fill us ...

4959. Jesus Rescues Us From Darkness

Colossians 1:1-14, Colossians 1:15-23

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... done. Through the sacrifice of your Son, Jesus Christ, you have promised us forgiveness. Enable us to accept the freedom from sin which that forgiveness brings, and help us to live as children of the Light which we have seen in Jesus, our Savior. Amen. Offertory Prayer Lord God, along with these monetary gifts, we offer ourselves in service to you and your Church. May we and our gifts be used to help bring your kingdom that your children everywhere may come to know and love you as we do. Amen. Hymns "At The ...

4960. Jesus Is Crucified

Luke 23:26-43

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... will shine. Leader: The brightness of his presence will be with you. People: Nations will be drawn to your light. Leader: Come, let us worship our Lord and King. Collect O Lord, our King, they crowned you with thorns and mocked you, yet you asked God to forgive them. To the dying thief who recognized you as King, ... these gifts and use them and us as instruments and agents of your peace and reconciliation. Amen. Hymns "Crown Him With Many Crowns" "Hail To The Lord's Anointed" "Majesty, Worship His Majesty"

4961. The Resurrection

John 20:1-9

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... the cross he has promised us forgiveness of our sins, and through his resurrection he has opened to us the gates of eternal life. Thanks be to you, O God. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Heavenly Father, as we commemorate the resurrection of your only Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, we stand constantly in need of the forgiveness for which he died. By your mercy, help us to die daily to sin that we may rise to newness of life in the joy of Christ's resurrection; through whom we pray. Amen. Offertory Prayer O God, not ...

4962. Witnesses To God's Power

Acts 5:17-42

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... with that of your first disciples, we are shamed. When we realize the boldness with which they bore testimony to the resurrection, we realize how weak has been our own witness. Have mercy upon us, O Lord, and by the power of your Spirit make us bold and courageous as we share the Good News of the resurrection. Amen. Offertory Prayer Lord, we bring to you not only these gifts, but all that we do and say as we strive to be faithful disciples in our daily lives. Bless our efforts, we pray, in Jesus' name. Amen ...

4963. The New Jerusalem

Revelation 21:1-27

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... , that we may be used in the building of that kingdom and the spreading of your Light. Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, we thank you that the gates of your kingdom are always open, and so we come asking your forgiveness of past ... granted new life in your kingdom. Amen. Offertory Prayer There is no temple in the New Jerusalem, because you are the temple, Lord God Almighty! We do not bring sacrifices this morning, Almighty God, but offerings as signs that we would be partners with ...

4964. Jesus Calls Disciples

Luke 5:1-11

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... is counting on his followers to spread the message of peace, and work for the coming of his kingdom. People: We gather this morning to hear God's call with hearts ready to respond. All: Praise be to God! Collect Lord, we come away from our busy weekday lives to give you thanks and praise for the way you have blessed our lives. We thank you, too, for the vision of your kingdom, and pray that each of us may hear your call to be a part of hastening the day ...

4965. The Passover

Exodus 12:1-30

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... of Egypt and freed them from the bonds of slavery, you have freed us from the shackles of sin and led us into the promised land of new life with you. We celebrate your goodness to us as we partake of this meal at your Table. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, we confess that we have often used the freedom you have given us as an excuse to do what pleases us rather than you. As we come to your Table this evening, we seek your forgiveness, and pray that as we remember all that you have done for us, we ...

4966. The One Gospel

Galatians 1:1-10

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... voices crying in the wilderness, may this time of worship strengthen our resolve to bring your message of peace, justice, and fairness to all peoples, that together our voices may be heard by those who govern. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, many voices call out for our attention as they proclaim their own version of the gospel. Send your Holy Spirit upon us that we may resist all claims that are divisive, that are self-righteous, and that do not proclaim your love and your mercy ...

4967. How Paul Became An Apostle

Galatians 1:11-24

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... Almighty, you have called each of us to serve you. Open our hearts and ears during this time of worship that we may hear your Spirit speaking to us individually about how we can be used to spread the Good News to those who do not know our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Forgive us, Father, when we fail to pay attention to your call to us to serve you. We encounter countless opportunities to witness to your amazing grace, but we choose not to take advantage of them. Remove from us ...

4968. A Large Harvest But Few Workers

Luke 10:1-24

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... to proclaim your love and to bear witness to your forgiveness, which is available to all who truly turn to you. Forgive us, we pray, and fill us with your Holy Spirit that we may become bold in sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen. Offertory Prayer With these gifts, Lord, we rededicate ourselves to going forth to the harvest that others may know the joy we now have as your children. Amen. Hymns "Holy Spirit, Truth Divine" "Jesus Calls Us" "Softly And Tenderly Jesus Is Calling"

4969. Who Is My Neighbor?

Luke 10:25-37

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... we could have helped. Open our eyes that we may truly see the poverty, the hunger, the loneliness all around us; and motivate us to minister where we can as if we were doing it unto you. Amen. Offertory Prayer We bring these gifts to you, O Lord, because we know there are needs we cannot meet alone. Working through your Church, may they bring deeds and words that will comfort the afflicted and bring healing to those who suffer. We pray in Jesus' name. Amen. Hymns "Where Cross The Crowded Ways Of Life" "Jesu ...

4970. Children Of The Living God

Hosea 1:1-2:1

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... because of all your blessings, and our lips sing your praises for the new life you have given us in Jesus Christ. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, as we worship may we hear you calling us to a new beginning. Remind us that the world is not ours to conquer, but yours for ... to us that dedication is meaningless if it does not lead us into paths of service. In Jesus' name. Amen. Offertory Prayer Lord, as we present these offerings, we renew our commitment to serve you as your body in the world bringing new life to ...

4971. God's Love For His People

Hosea 11:1-11

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... never abandon us because your love for us is too strong. Though we have sinned against you and disappointed you, like a loving Father you forgive us and give us another chance. We give you thanks and praise for this undeserved mercy. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, we look at our lives, the way we have misused your blessings, our greed and selfishness, and we are ashamed. Free us from the shackles of these sins, and enable us to turn to you for direction. Through your Holy Spirit make it possible for us ...

4972. The Curriculum of God’s Kingdom

Matthew 4:12-17

Sermon

Phil Thrailkill

... space. We cross over a threshold. There is no substitute for spiritual sight, for having the eyes of our hearts opened so that we see God in every face and God’s hidden possibilities in every situation. It is a good and a dangerous thing to pray, “Open our eyes, Lord. Let us see what you see.” Look at your own hands. Stretch them out in front of your eyes and take a good look. Those hands, your hands, we made to do the work of God in this messed up world. They are to be instruments of the kingdom and ...

4973. The Way Up Is the Way Down

Matthew 5:1-12

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Phil Thrailkill

... Three layers: Jesus who embodies the kingdom, the disciples who are being formed in the kingdom, and the world that needs the kingdom. The structure of the church and its place in the world is here presented; to this day it has not changed. We are placed between the Lord we worship and a world that needs him and us. We are his hands and feet and mouth, his living extension into the world. Our privilege as disciples is to be near Jesus, to have access, and over our shoulders to hear the cry and clamor of the ...

4974. The Price Of Forsaking God

Jeremiah 2:1-3:5

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... greed and materialism. You have shown us your love for us in many ways and especially through Jesus Christ. With thankful and grateful hearts, we pray for your Holy Spirit to sustain us in the trials and temptations we face day by day. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, we confess that there have been times when we have turned away from you, the spring of fresh water, and tried to quench our thirst from the brackish waters offered to us by the hucksters of the world. Forgive us, we pray, and help us to share ...

4975. Church Worship

1 Timothy 2:1-15

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H. Burnham Kirkland

... more. Amen. Prayer Of Confession O God, through Jesus Christ we know it is your will that everyone should be saved, and yet time and again we have failed to bear witness to your love to those who do not know you. Forgive our weakness, O Lord, and by your Holy Spirit working through us, enable us to be more faithful in testifying to your love and compassion. Amen. Offertory Prayer Heavenly Father, may these gifts help to ignite our church into becoming a beacon of love, reconciliation, and peacemaking in our ...

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