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576. Where Love Knows Your Name

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Maxie Dunnam

... the human soul or shrinks the joy of life as when we feel we do not belong, when we are disconnected and isolated from other people, when we are deprived of intimate relationships that sustain and encourage us.[1] The Christian Church offers a place where you can belong, where love knows your name. I hope you have such a place. 1. Donald J. Shelby, “Where ...

577. In Love's Service

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Maxie Dunnam

... , “Draw back, physician. This moment is not for you.” But the doctor answers, “Surely the angels are wise. Your eyes can see the nets in which my wings are caught.” The angel passes him in haste, but speaks again to him, “Without your wound, where would your power be? In love’s service, only the wounded can serve.” If we can believe that -- that in love’s service only the wounded can serve -- then we can bear our suffering graciously, even joyously.

578. For the Love of Children

Mark 10:2-16

Sermon

Lori Wagner

... or come into our churches. We are called to cherish them, call them, bless them, and protect their faith not only in Jesus but in humankind. For Jesus has harsh words indeed for those who do not. We are not simply called to compassion, a loving nature, and a caring spirit. But we are called as disciples to take up the cross! To bear responsibility and accountability for our congregations, our community members, and our neighbors and to defend the weak, protect the innocent, give voice to the voiceless. We ...

579. I Love A Parade

Psalm 33:12

Children's Sermon

Robert B. Lantz

Object: Matchstick flags or flag stickers Good morning, boys and girls. I love a parade, don't you? It is always exciting to see the marching bands, the banners, the floats and flags, and all the happy spectators. There is something festive and happy about a parade. It seems like a great big party that moves down the road or avenue. In America ...

580. The Miraculous Power of Love

Matthew 14:13-21

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Dennis Koch

... side of this particular event: perhaps what is preserved here (with later eucharistic and fantastic overtones) is an authentic miracle of sharing on the crowd's part, instigated by Jesus' example. The incident, then, becomes a lesson in the miraculous power of love. Liturgical Color Green Suggested Hymns Jesus, Priceless Treasure O Bread Of Life From Heaven Son Of God, Eternal Savior Prayer for Proper 13 or Pentecost 11 or OT 18 Five loaves of bread. Two fish. Hundreds of hungry people. Sounds like a ...

581. Duties in Christ's Love

Hebrews 13:1-25

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James Wilson

... . We thank You and give You our praise. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession Lord, too often we have not clearly understood the harm we may do or the gifts and blessings we may miss when we are not faithful in conducting our lives in the loving way You called us to live. We have not seen the negative reactions we caused toward You, Lord, when we acted rudely or in uncaring ways toward others. Forgive us, Lord. In Christ we pray. Amen. Hymns "Moment By Moment" "He Touched Me" "Reach Out And Touch"

582. Witnesses of Love

1 John 5:9

Children's Sermon

... Father. That’s right. Even God the Father said to all who could hear, "This is my beloved Son in whom I am well pleased." God said, "Believe in him." All of us who hear the Word of God are asked to be witnesses of one called Jesus. If he loves you, will you tell another one about it? Good.

583. Parable on Love and Friendship

Hebrews 13:1-25

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... and friendship is the open door to world brotherhood. Many wonderful things have come to pass through friendships first begun by kindness to a stranger. It is true there are strangers who are thieves, but that is no excuse for Christians to steal and destroy opportunities for showing God's love. A negative attitude toward others crushes opportunities for Christian brotherhood.

584. Steadfast Love

Lamentations 3:1-66

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Call to Worship I am one who has seen affliction. . . My soul is bereft of peace; I have forgotten what happiness is; so I say, "Gone is my glory, and all that I had hoped for from the Lord. . My soul is bowed down within me. But this thought comes to mind, and therefore, I have hope. The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases his mercies never come to an end; They are new every morning; great is his faithfulness. "The Lord is my portion," says my soul, "there fore, I will hope in him."

585. Faith, Love, and Fakers at Ephesus

Acts 18:18-28

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... because Luke was not present in person and had no other good sources. But Paul preached and ministered diligently and with good results. He became well-known in the busy city and built up a strong congregation, marked by "faith in the Lord Jesus and love toward all the saints," as he later wrote to the Ephesians from his imprisonment in Rome. To understand the importance of Paul’s work at Ephesus, it is necessary to know something about the city. Ephesus was the capital of the Roman province of Asia ...

586. Live and Love

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Unknown

The stars shine over the earth, The stars shine over the sea, The stars look up to the mighty God, The stars look down on me. The stars will live for a million years, A million years and a day. But God and I will live and love When the stars have passed away.

587. IN THE BEGINNING ... THERE WAS LOVE ...

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Marcia Millerf

... the flowers on the tower beside THE GIRL. Without stopping her music, THE GIRL looks up and smiles at him. He quickly turns away. When she finishes the song, there is a long silence. Without looking at her, in a slow, deliberate voice, he speaks.] That was lovely. [Another long silence.] Thank you. GIRL: Thank you for the flower. BOY: It’s nothing. [He starts up his tower.] GIRL: Don’t leave me yet. BOY: Why not? GIRL: Your book. BOY: It isn’t there. Forget about it. GIRL: What happened to it? BOY: If ...

588. I Love A Parade

Matthew 21:1-11, John 12:12-19

Sermon

Robert Allen

... in the parade. When the prizes were announced, Jeff won second prize in the children’s division. There is something about parades which attracts our attention. Whether we are watching a three year old on a green inchworm, or a marching band, we love parades. Perhaps, that is why Palm Sunday has always been a day which catches our attention. Although Jesus had been avoiding Jerusalem because of his difficulties with the religious leaders, the week of Passover was like a giant magnet which drew him toward ...

589. THE KING OF LOVE MY SHEPHERD IS

Matthew 15:21-28

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John W. Rilling

... Sunday, the second Sunday in Lent? What are we to remember? 1. Remember this: "Thou preparest a table before me." What tables of privilege are ours as children of God. Again and again in the Bible we are told how God prepares a table for those he loves, and invites his chosen ones, "Come for all things are now ready. Come to the feast." Many years ago Abbe Dimnet told a scene that must have happened often in the early days of Christianity. A young man, invited by his friends to dinner, has recently been ...

590. To God Who Loves Us

Revelation 1:4-8

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Dallas A. Brauninger

Call to Worship Leader: A salute to almighty God who loves us and frees us and created us to be part of God's realm: All: To God who is, who was, who is to come: To you, the Alpha and the Omega, To you, Creator, Savior, and Sustainer, To you, we give glory and power forever. Amen. Collect Today -- this ...

591. Many Languages, One Love

Acts 2:1-13

Children's Sermon

King Duncan

... s Spirit coming to them and giving them this knowledge. And these people all worshiped God together, and praised Him for His great power. You see, we may only understand one or two languages, but God knows and understands every single language on earth. And He loves everybody, no matter what language they speak. He sent His Holy Spirit on these believers so that they could worship Him together. And even today, there are people all over the world who are worshiping God in their own language, just like we are ...

592. Love's Redeeming Work Is Done: The Sixth Word

John 19:17-27

Sermon

Eric Ritz

... is `Do''--but the religion of a true Christian is `Done.'' The words, `It is finished,'' is the believer''s conquering word." Christ did for us what the law was not able to do. He saved us. He took our place. That is one reason why "loves redeeming work is done." It is not half-finished, nor will it ever need future renovations. When Christ cried out, "It is finished," the demons of hell knew what it meant. It meant their certain defeat, and the believers'' "Eternal Security." Calvin Miller was right on ...

593. Love. Serve God. See God. Live.

Psalm 99:1-9, Exodus 33:12-23

Bulletin Aid

Frank Ramirez

... salvation we rest, praising you for what you have done in the past, your presence in the present, and your promises for our future. Amen. Prayer Of Confession Lord, Mighty King, Lover of Justice, protect us in the rock of your salvation as you pass by. Shelter us in your love. Screen us from the consequences of our sins. Save us, Lord Jesus. Amen. Hymns "Holy, Holy, Holy" "In The Rifted Rock I'm Resting" "Rock Of Ages"

594. I Love to Tell the Story

Luke 2:1-20

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Frank Ramirez

... afraid. We come with haste glorifying God. We confess to all the world that this infant is the Lord long prophesized, in whom we live and move and have our being. Yes! Jesus, you are Lord! Amen. Hymns "Hark, The Herald Angels Sing!" "Angels We Have Heard On High!" "I Love To Tell The Story"

595. God Loves the People

Matthew 28:16-20

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Tom Rietveld

... happen to America in the future. But I do know that the only answer to the spirit of despondency, the spirit of separatism, the spirit of impurity, the spirit of guilt... is the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ. The United States of America needs the message that God loves people. And offers them the chance to start over, have their sins forgiven, and experience reconciliation.

596. Built Upon Love

Matthew 7:24-29

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Brett Blair

... might not be a bad secondary application; it is about the final judgment of God pictured as a sudden storm that tests everything all at once. Which foundation are you building your house on? It's a simple question whose message is clear. Build your house on the foundation of love, joy, peace, forgiveness. And no storm, no wind, no flood will take your home away.

597. Grace Chooses Love

Matthew 18:21-35

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Billy D. Strayhorn

... sitting near the baseline between third plate and home. Moments away from her first home run, Tracy made a momentous decision. She knelt in the dirt and hugged the dog. Tracy never made it to home plate. But the fans cheered for her anyway. Tracy had made her priorities clear. Love was more important than winning. And the fans cheered for her anyway. That is Grace. Those fans were living a life of Grace before the entire world.

598. The First Duty of Love Is to Listen

1 Cor 13

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Edmund L. Hoener

This week, I came across something that Paul Tillich said - and it just pulled everything together for me. He said, "The first duty of love is to listen." When we think about it, listening is the first requirement for making any real changes in life. I believe that we all struggle from time to time with the difference between knowing something and living it. If we put all our efforts into studying things like relationships ...

599. Where’s The Love, Grandma?

Luke 2:22-40

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A three-year-old little boy and his grandmother were studying a plastic model of the human heart. They located all the chambers and arteries. When they were finished the little boy asked innocently, "Where's the love, Grandma?"

600. I Love Baskin' Robins

John 1:43-51

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Brett Blair

... lay here and bask in the warm sun." "O.K.," said the first robin. They plopped down, basking in the sun. No sooner had they fallen asleep than a big fat cat snuck up and gobbled them up. As he sat washing his face after his meal, he thought, "I love baskin' robins." Will we be people who have eaten so much of God's good food that we sit and bask? Or, will we invite others. Will we go out of our way to say to people, "Come and see?" Wouldn't it be a wonderful thing if each one ...

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