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601. God's Training Wheels

Mark 1:9-13, Mark 1:1-8

Children's Sermon

Brett Blair

... works in our life and helps us keep from falling. Sometimes I don't feel very close to God but then I remember: I was baptized into the family of God! I am his child. Hold up one of the training wheels: So I read the Bible and it helps support me on one side. Hold up the other wheel: And I remember that I have been baptized into the family of God and that helps support me on the other. Those are two great training wheels. Let's pray: Dear Lord hold me up and keep me from falling. Amen.

602. Childs of Center Point

Drama

Michael L. Sherer

... her) You realize, Bill, that they’re going to publish all the names on this petition in the city newspaper, don’t you? BILL CHILDS: Yes. Of course I do. That’s the only way it’s going to have any clout. We have to get a strong show of support for the idea circulated and visible where people can see how many of us stand together on this thing. EVIE CHILDS: (sighs heavily) I know. But ... well, I just don’t know if I can take the repercussions. BILL CHILDS: You mean the flack you’re going to take ...

603. My Soul Is Glad - Because of God

Luke 1:46-56

Sermon

... , material poverty. That poverty can be indexed by the fact that in the land of Israel most men were lay-laborers, who were fortunate if they could find employment 200 working days out of the year. She had family ties from which she drew support and emotional strength - a cousin, Elizabeth, to whom she went when she found she was expecting; and an identified mother, Anna. Her personality was that of a trusting, patient, but vital girl, who was able to rejoice whole-heartedly at good news and special tasks ...

604. Letting Go

Sermon

Gregory J. Johanson

... essential being and to discover the ways we have of relating to the world, yet in the final analysis we are alone, and we risk being totally alone. Yet in that risk we find that spirit meets spirit, that we are not cast into outer darkness but responded to, supported, affirmed. So may the Spirit of God hover over the darkness and void within us to bring light and form. Letting go may be viewed as self-surrender, a self-surrender which results in death to be sure, but a death followed by life, in a re-birth ...

605. The Choice Is Always Ours

Ecclesiastes 9:1-12

Sermon

Gregory J. Johanson

... is going to be right there beside us riding down the hills of sorrow, sickness, separations, and stress. Our highest capabilities remind us of God’s gifts and faithfulness to our survival in times past. It is a growing experience to remember positive data, loyal supports, and hitherto undiscovered strengths to persevere. May I share a Bible verse with you which feeds my soul when I feel completely flabbergasted? It is Ephesians 6:13. Wear the whole armour of God that you may be able to resist evil in its ...

606. Smart, Wise, and Foolish

1 Corinthians 1:18--2:5

Sermon

Gregory J. Johanson

... mistakes of the past, and who repeat a second and a third version of the tragedy. A mark of wisdom is to learn from experience - particularly the experience of failure. There are few failures which cannot be redeemed, where new understandings and some continuing support ensue. It has been out of failure that many of our greatest scientific advances have come. Likewise, it is out of past failures that this world is confronted with the demand to fashion new ways of relating to each other, new guarantees for ...

607. A Lack of Feeding in the American Dream

Romans 6:1-14

Sermon

Gregory J. Johanson

... Amy received from her folks for one thing, but even if you are a nurturing person who would never do anything like that, who would actually support me, I am still going to be cut off from you because I don’t think I am worthwhile or worthy of your love and ... simply by talking to them as genuine human beings which is a feeding type gift in itself. Do it, secondly, by supporting their exploration of what the precipitating factors were that led up to their crisis, and then empathize with them that "yes, ...

608. Bringing the Gospel to Marriage

Genesis 1:1-2:3

Sermon

Gregory J. Johanson

... of marriage. Fortunately, Dr. Burch’s experience is changing, and he sees persons moving toward accountability and more responsibility for the relationship.: Christian persons are looking at their own marriage relationships and at those about them, wanting support and encouragement - some "good news." That support is within the heart of our Christian faith, if we look to see and listen to hear.: First, marriage for the Christian is set in creation itself. As we grow to maturity, we put aside the fantasy ...

609. In, But Not Of, The World

Jeremiah 29:1-23

Sermon

Mark Ellingsen

... swines.5 Christian, get your hands dirty in the affairs of society and of your community. Get out of this building, out of your family and network of friends and coworkers, then go and serve! This church needs to become more active in this community, to support community organizations, for the same reason. The world is depending on us. It needs more people who do not give into themselves and their egos. Are Jeremiah and I asking you to forego the spiritual quest, to put them on the back-burner for the sake ...

610. I've Got a Strong Case of the 'Can't Help Its'

John 1:35-42

Sermon

James W. Moore

... the museum, the Galleria. A few months ago, Donna’s husband died in his sleep. Little John came to the funeral to support his friend Miss Donna in her grief. At the reception in the Hines Baker Room after the memorial service, John stood beside ... husband suddenly died. That man from Chicago says to Donna every time he comes, “I am what I am today because of the love and support you gave me 38 years ago.” He says, “Ms. Donna, you were the first person in my life who believed in me.” And today little ...

611. God Hears

Genesis 21:8-21

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... and acceding to Sarah's demand by relying on God's promise that Ishmael would also become the source of a great nation. What could the man have been thinking? "Oh gee, Lord, that puts my mind at ease. Now, I, a wealthy man having the wherewithal to provide handsome support, can send them out into the desert with nothing but a loaf of bread and a skin of water and not give it a second thought." Right. That IS what he did, you know. Bread and water and bye-bye. They were on their way to die. Picture it. Bread ...

612. But God...

Genesis 50:15-21

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... the ridiculous odds against winning (something on the order of getting struck by lightning...5,000 times), millions play them, all hoping for the chance to get something for nothing. Teachers support lotteries as a way to finance schools, though only a tiny portion of the money goes for any good. Politicians support lotteries as a way to raise needed funds, though most of the funds do not meet those needs. Week after week intelligent Pennsylvanians play numbers based on their wedding anniversary, their ...

613. A Wonderful Mother (In-Law)

Ruth 1:1-22

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... , no long-time friends to offer consolation, no shoulders to cry on. It must have been a terrible time. To Naomi's eternal credit, she managed in spite of it all. She raised those two boys; she somehow found ways to support them, she brought them into manhood as best she could. As I say, I think we can presume she was a good mother. Of course, when Mahlon and Chilion were finally grown, they took wives for themselves - two Moabite women, Orpah and Ruth. The boys obviously saw no problem with ...

614. Dealing with Depression

1 Kings 19:9-21

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... , if you ARE tempted, that IS something to be on guard against. Finally, I had to realize that things were probably not so bleak as I had been inclined to think. And I had to remember that I was not alone - there were and ARE caring and supportive friends, and especially the one scripture calls "the friend who sticks closer than a brother," our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He is the one who invites us, in our deepest, darkest moments, "Come to me, all you who labor and are heavy laden - all you Elijahs ...

615. Trouble in the Manse

Hosea 1:1-2:1

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... Turn out the lights; the party's over." Meanwhile, Hosea had kept on with his work. To be sure, having to care for three small children at home all by himself was a problem, but he had managed. The neighbors had been helpful. They knew the situation and had supported him as much as possible. But Hosea had to keep going. The nation had wandered far from their God. The people had sunk to the depths of immoral behavior. They needed to be brought back. Hosea was God's man for a critical hour. He could not let ...

616. Following Orders

Matthew 28:16-20

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... Christ and what God continues to do through the Holy Spirit only really makes an impact on us within community. Without the support of other believers, without someone around to help fan the flame that is within us, we soon die down to nothing more ... promised he will never leave us nor forsake us. Because of that, we can follow his marching orders with the full confidence of every bit of support we need. Am I a soldier of the cross, A follower of the Lamb? And shall I fear to own His cause Or blush to speak ...

617. "If I But Touch..."

Mark 5:21-43

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... ground. Strangely, these giants have unusually shallow root systems that reach out in all directions to capture the greatest amount of surface moisture. Seldom will you see a redwood standing alone, because high winds would quickly uproot it. That is why they grow in clusters. Their intertwining roots provide support for one another against the storms. Perhaps there was a wisdom about Ashley that realized we are all like those giant Sequoias. We need the intertwining... the hugging...the touch...for mutual ...

618. "A Friend Indeed"

Mark 10:17-31

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... , in the process, wiping out global poverty. Things are a bit more complicated than that. Still, there are gross injustices in our system which CAN be fixed through the generosity of those with the means. That is why we support Urban Ministry, why we have CROP Walks, why we support groups like the Society of St. Andrew and get out in the fields salvaging perfectly good food that would otherwise go to waste. Last month the National Presbyterian Committee on the Self-Development of People approved the funding ...

619. Doing Battle with Demons

Luke 8:26-39

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... of the General Assembly Council, Elder John Detterick, was installed with great ceremony. He takes office after a two-year interim following the Assembly's refusal to re-elect Detterick's predecessor. In the installation service, one of the speakers urged the church to support her leaders. He noted that in the 11 years since the current denominational structure has been in place, 20 division directors have been named to office. Only TWO have been elected to a second term. There is a crisis in the way the ...

620. The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob

Luke 13:22-30

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... comfortable in doing whatever you could to keep things going? You might not be the go-get-`em leader type, but are you the rock-solid supporter type? Is Isaac in you? Then let him out so he can go to work. "I am the God of Isaac." Or is it Jacob in ... work in the name of Jesus. Is there a head for making a buck? Then let it out and put that head to work in developing support for the world-wide mission of the church. Is there ambition in there? Then let it out and baptize it by being ambitious for the spread ...

621. Who Says A Good Man Is Hard To Find?

Luke 7:1-10

Sermon

King Duncan

... ask for directions. Someone has said that the Israelites wouldn't have wandered the desert for 40 years if Mrs. Moses had been in charge. (3) I am thankful that there is a new generation of men who are not angry. There are many men today who are supportive of their wives, men who respect the opinions of others, men who listen and care. I believe such men make better fathers, as well as better husbands and better neighbors. This centurion was that kind of man. He was a man who respected others. But here's a ...

622. Three Foolish Things You Can Do With Your Money

Luke 12:13-21

Sermon

King Duncan

... your own pleasure. But the joy of giving goes farther than that. Wise people move beyond their own family to give to people in need and to causes in which they believe. There are many of you who get real joy out of your support for our church. I want you to know that your support is appreciated. Some of you would cut back on some of your personal expenses before you would cut back on your giving to the church--not because someone is holding a gun to your head, but because you get real satisfaction out of ...

623. Some Things We Can Do, God Can't

2 Timothy 2:13

Sermon

King Duncan

... booth there and spent all the money she could afford on pictures of herself. With a purse full of small black-and-white photos, she boarded the bus to Rio de Janeiro. And there Maria began her search. Knowing what a girl would have to do to support herself in this cruel city Maria began with the bars, hotels, nightclubs, any place with a reputation for street walkers or prostitutes. She went to them all. And at each place she left her picture ” taped on a bathroom mirror, tacked to a hotel bulletin board ...

624. The God Of The Living

Luke 20:27-40

Sermon

King Duncan

... , word for word, again. Once more, Williams said no. Again Mother Teresa said, "Let us pray." Williams knew he was beat. He knew that he would be praying for the next few months if he didn't do something. So he quickly gave in and promised his support for her cause. (2) Mother Teresa is not unique in her stubbornness. Find any great Christian and you will find a person of determination ” who will not give in or give up. Gordon MacDonald and his wife, Gail, spent a month in South Africa. There they met ...

625. When The Waters Begin To Rise

Genesis 9:1-17

Sermon

King Duncan

... that marriage was forever. But now she must bring up two children on her own. Her husband decided he was not ready for that kind of responsibility. He's not a deadbeat Dad, but the court-ordered child support is not nearly enough. Even more devastating is the loss of his emotional support. The waters around are rising. Life does that to us sometimes, doesn't it? There was an amusing story in the papers recently about two African gentlemen who stowed away on a Norwegian freighter in Cape Town in hopes ...

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