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26. Faith or Observance of the Law

Galatians 3:1-14, Galatians 3:15-25

Understanding Series

L. Ann Jervis

... they received the Spirit at the beginning of their Christian life (3:3) but also that this is to be understood as a sign of a new stage in God’s plan of salvation. As he says in 3:14, the promise to Abraham is fulfilled in the reception of the Spirit. To remind the Galatians that they have received the Spirit is to remind them that their experience marks them as those who are partaking in the fulfillment of God’s promise. Paul refers to the Spirit also when speaking positively about the character of the ...

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Psalm 73:1-28

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

... :3; 32:8; 139:24). If we are correct in reading Psalm 73 in light of the speaker’s entry into the sanctuary of God (v. 17), then the following phrase, and afterward you will take me into glory, most probably refers to the pilgrim’s reception into “the place where your glory dwells” (26:8). In other words, “after you have guided me along the pilgrim path, you take me into the glory of your temple.” Thus, in language familiar elsewhere among the psalms, the speaker celebrates Yahweh as my portion ...

28. Sowers Of The Seed

Psalm 119:1-176, Romans 8:1-17, Genesis 25:19-34, Matthew 13:1-23

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William E. Keeney

... grant hope. The Holy Spirit will not leave the word devoid of results. We should not be too disturbed about the kind of soil in which we sow the word. Some of it will produce results, not so much because of our doing, but because the soil is receptive already. 4. Sowing the Seed Prolifically. The sower is not stingy in sowing the seed. The sower continued to sow even where it did not appear to be productive of fruit. The opportunity ought to be offered to respond and be fruitful. 5. The Seed is the Word ...

29. Ascension

Acts 1:1-11, Mark 16:1-20, Luke 24:50-53, Luke 24:36-49

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John R. Brokhoff

... with "mission accomplished." He paid the sacrifice; the world has been reconciled to God and the way to God is now open. When we physically die, we are assured that we will go to paradise to be with Jesus. When we get to heaven, will we get a similar reception? Will we hear God saying, "Well done, you good and faithful servant?" Will God the Father welcome each of us as the father of the prodigal welcomed his lost son with open arms? 6. Now he is for Everyone. By reason of the ascension Jesus changes from a ...

30. Baptism of the Lord

Luke 3:1-20, Isaiah 61:1-11, Luke 3:21-38, Acts 8:9-25

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John R. Brokhoff

... a fantasy. The Spirit is real. He is both subjective and objective. Like the landing of a dove, the Spirit came calmly, quietly and peacefully. There was no roar or convulsions or rolling on the ground or foaming at the mouth as some do when they claim the reception of the Spirit. The Spirit of God came to anoint Jesus as the Messiah and to give him the power to fulfill his God-given mission. Voice (v. 22) - The voice of God was heard by Jesus only, according to Luke. The voice said, "Thou" and "with Thee ...

31. Proper 11

Colossians 1:15-23, Luke 10:38-42, Genesis 18:16-33, Colossians 1:24--2:5, Psalm 15:1-5

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George Bass

... of his "visitations" with the promise and the birth of Jesus Christ our Lord. And, believe this, Jesus made a promise that God would send him back at the right time, so we can pray, "Come, Lord Jesus! Come, quickly!" 2 Kings 4:8-17 (C) - "On The Reception Of Prophets And Pastors." This pericope really needs to be connected to verse 41 of Matthew 10: "He who receives a prophet because he is a prophet shall receive a prophet's reward...." The past few years, a veil of distrust has hung over the clergy like a ...

32. On the Art Of Listening To Sermons

Matthew 13:1-23

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Larry Goodpaster

I cannot imagine a more difficult place to preach than the setting of this parable-sermon. Although they were not out to get him, this surely must have been one of the toughest audiences Jesus had to face, outside of the religious establishment who were not receptive to much of anything he had to say anyway. The assembling of these people is handled in a rather matter-of-fact way by Matthew in his telling of the story. He says simply that they came to the beach where Jesus had gone to relax for a few ...

33. 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

... : People generally have incorrect ideas about baptism: a sprinkling rite, a social christening, or a routine function of dedicating a child. The sermon can overcome these false ideas by showing what the text says. Outline: What baptism is all about - A. Regeneration at the reception of the Spirit - born-again - v. 22. B. Adoption into God's family - "My beloved Son" - v. 22. C. Ordination into God's service - the beginning of Jesus' ministry. 2. How Many Baptisms are There? 3:15-17, 21-22. Need: Some church ...

34. It Takes Two to Preach!

Matthew 13:1-23

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John R. Brokhoff

... and will do all in his power to remove such distractions from the next service. His mind is set on the Word and he takes it all in. Only then is he preached to and only then does the act of preaching really take effect. The good soil is the receptive soil. Preach by Understanding The hearer may be present to hear the Word. He may go even further and listen to the Word. But, if he does not understand what he is hearing, the preaching does no good. The layman in the pew is a partner in preaching to the ...

35. An Invitation to a Feast

Matthew 22:1-14

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Jerry L. Schmalemberger

... of what it said to the people who heard it for the first time. Let’s carefully consider what this Gospel has to teach us in our own lives and on this day. The invitation that God gives to us is one to a feast as happy as a wedding reception or a rehearsal dinner. The invitation God gives us is a joyous one. If we think of Christianity as some kind of gloomy giving up of everything which brings laughter and sunshine and happy fellowship to life, we have the mistaken idea about our faith. It is to joy that ...

36. Advent 4

2 Samuel 7:1-17, Romans 16:1-27, Luke 1:26-38

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Paul A. Laughlin

... HER WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT DO LIKEWISE WITH US: THAT WE MAY SAY WITH HER, "LET IT BE WITH US ACCORDING TO YOUR WORD!" Collect O God of Power and Tenderness, who choose to work through earthen vessels and frail mortals to fulfill your purposes, make us receptive to your callings and responsive to your Word; that we may become agents of your divine will and worthy bearers of the good news to humanity; in the name of Jesus Christ, your Son. Amen Prayer of Confession O God who calls, how tempting it is for ...

37. Epiphany 2

1 Samuel 3:1--4:1, John 1:35-42, 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

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Paul A. Laughlin

... persistent but misperceived call is rich in possibilities, not the least of which is its claim that the event occurred in days when "the word of the Lord was rare" (RSV) and visions either infrequent or nonexistent. Call to Worship Leader: People of God, let us be receptive to the voice of God, for it may come at the most unexpected times and places. People: OUR EARS, OUR MINDS, OUR HEARTS ARE OPEN! Leader: And let us be responsive to the voice of God whenever and wherever it is heard. People: WE ARE READY ...

38. The Nuclear Truth Of Christianity

Ephesians 2:1-10

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Maxie Dunnam

... faith is the decision to accept what God gives us -- to allow God to work in us as he has worked for us. Faith is reception -- a reception which gives a new perception. "It is the recognition of the fact that we come to know God when we have become known by ... comes to us. He comes to us in his grace that we may go to Him with our faith." (Mackay, p. 105) Faith is thus reception which gives a new perception -- and the new perception is, and we read it there in our text, verse 10: "For we are his workmanship ...

39. Proper 23

Exodus 32:1-33:6, Isaiah 25:1-12, Philippians 4:2-9, Philippians 4:10-20, Matthew 22:1-14

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John R. Brokhoff

... congregation needs to see Christianity as Jesus saw it - a king's wedding banquet. The sermon is designed to convince people that the most exciting thing, the most fun, is to be a Christian. Outline: What it means to be a Christian. a. Fellowship - v. 2. It is a wedding reception for a king's son. You will meet royalty and talk to the best people in town. b. Food - v. 2. It is a "feast" with plenty of food of the best kind. A service of worship and the Eucharist are feasts of the soul. c. Fun - v. 2. It ...

40. Anything to Declare?

Luke 10:1-24

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Leonard Sweet

... and rejection than did the first mission of the Twelve. As they are journeying with Jesus to Jerusalem, these emissaries have stepped beyond the familiar borders of home. As the hospitality-seeking messengers in 9:51-56 found in the Samaritan regions, a welcome reception is no longer a given. Rejection and even risk tinges the air as Jesus warns this third wave of envoys that they are being sent out like “lambs into the midst of wolves” (v.3). Likewise, for this group Jesus specifically sends his chosen ...

41. Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Luke 10:1-24

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Leonard Sweet

42. Spiritual Blessings in Christ

Ephesians 1:1-14

Understanding Series

Arthur G. Patzia

... , he is told to “Get up, be baptized and wash your sins away, calling on his name” (Acts 22:16). Within the framework of the NT, one was not baptized unless one believed; nor did one believe without being baptized. Second, the NT connects baptism with the reception of the Holy Spirit. Peter summons his audience to be baptized and receive “the gift of the Holy Spirit” (Acts 2:38). Paul associates baptism and the Holy Spirit on several occasions in his letters (1 Cor. 6:11; 12:13; Titus 3:5). And when ...

43. Treatise: The Efficacy of Grace over Law

Galatians 3:1-14

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... ”]?” (3:2). Receiving the Spirit (i.e., the Spirit of Christ, the Holy Spirit) was the fundamental mark of authentic inclusion in the body of Christ (Rom. 8:9–11, where the verses following represent a very close parallel to Gal. 2:20). The reception of the Holy Spirit was an eschatological promise associated with the unique ministry of Jesus himself and a fulfillment of the covenantal promises of God made throughout the Old Testament (see also Joel 2:28–32; John 1:33; Acts 2:17). Jesus encouraged ...

44. Thanksgiving for the Thessalonians’ Faith

1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... their hope were the gods, whereas people’s hopes were considered uncertain. The Christian perspective puts hope on a certain foundation since the object is sure: “our Lord Jesus Christ” in his coming. 1:4–10 · The coming of the gospel and its reception: Paul now moves to the deepest motivation for their thanksgiving, the election of the believers: “For we know, brothers and sisters loved by God, that he has chosen you” (1:4). The Greek grammar connects this verse with the preceding thoughts, so ...

45. Paul’s Ministry in Thessalonica

1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

One Volume

Gary M. Burge

... Thessalonians received the divine teaching as it truly is, the word of God (cf. Gal. 1:11–12), since it came in divine power (1 Thess. 1:5). God spoke to them and called them through this proclamation (2 Thess. 2:14; 2 Cor. 5:20), and their reception of that message was the moment of their conversion (Acts 8:14; 1 Thess. 1:5). Paul highlights the continued divine activity through this word—it “is indeed at work in you who believe” (2:13). The message of the gospel has the power to transform people ...

46. One Heaven of a Party

Deuteronomy 26:1-11

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Charley Reeb

... story about a woman who yielded her first fruits in a very generous way. The story attracted so much attention that it appeared in the Boston Globe. The story began with her entering a Hyatt Hotel with her fiancé to plan their wedding reception. They looked over menus filled with sumptuous gourmet food. They pored over a wide variety of china and silver. They even studied catalogs of flower arrangements. When they finally made all their selections, they received the bill. As they looked at what they owed ...

47. Hearts / Repentance

2 Corinthians 7:2-16

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

... chosen to side with him. At the very end of the letter, however, Paul writes in a similar vein, “the fellowship of the Holy Spirit [is] with you all” (13:14). 7:14 The reason that Paul rejoiced over the fact that Titus found joy in his reception in Corinth was that the apostle had boasted to Titus about the Corinthians. Paul had evidently done so in order to encourage Titus in his difficult mission to Corinth. If the church had refused both to punish the one who had offended Paul and to repent, then ...

48. Hard and Soft Hearts

Mark 10:2-16

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Steven E. Albertin

... of hope in Jesus Christ. However, at a wedding there are so many distractions that the last thing anyone wants to hear about is their need for the love of God in Jesus Christ. The focus is on the flowers, the dresses, the music, the reception, the party, the photographer. I think the time spent with the photographer is usually two or three times as long as the service. And you begin to wonder what is more important. My frustration usually begins with the first premarital counseling session. There they sit ...

49. The Healing Tree

Revelation 22:1-6, Luke 8:1-15

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Lori Wagner

... literally has the water running through it. It is entirely fed/existent by the presence of God. Whereas Jesus drives home lessons in his teaching parables about judging and what makes a plant “poison” vs fruit bearing, we find that we must all mind our own growth, receptivity, and in this way, we grow too as a people. Interesting is that the word for “tree” used in Genesis 2, Revelation 2:7, and 12:11 is the same word used for “cross” (Gal 3:13 and Peter 2:24). Through the tree that is death ...

50. A Stand-in for Royalty

John 18:33-37; Revelation 1:4b-8

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King Duncan

... about this unfinished world is that we are those who have been called to bring it to completion. This is not to say that the kingdom of God will be brought in by our efforts. It is Christ who builds the kingdom, but he builds it through those who are receptive to his word. That is you and me. Christ needs people who are willing and able. And the ironic thing is that when we subordinate our desires to his desire, when we enlist as privates in his army, when we serve as priests in his temple, which is the ...

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