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Antonyms: bad feeling, acrimony, animosity, animus, antagonism, antipathy, aversion, bitterness, detestation, disgust, dislike, disrelish, enmity, friction, grievances, grudges, hatred, hostility, loathing, malevolence, malice

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651. Hard Questions!

1 Kings 17:7-24

Sermon

Barbara Brokhoff

... with glory, honor, power, and exaltation. Remember, this life is not all there is. It boils down to this: you will trust God only as much as you love him. You will love God, not because you have studied him, but because you have touched him and he has touched you. This does not mean an automatic end to all trouble in the future. Trust does not guarantee you will never again experience desolation, disappointment, or pain -- but it does mean you never go through it alone! These are hard questions we've ...

652. Easter 2

Acts 5:17-42, Revelation 1:4-8, John 20:19-23, John 20:24-31

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John R. Brokhoff

... his disciples. The first occurred Easter night with Thomas absent. A week later Jesus returns and Thomas is present. The two appearances show that the risen Jesus is both spiritual and physical. He can come through closed doors and yet he can be touched. On his first visit, Jesus gave the Disciples peace, a commission, and the Spirit. This is John's Pentecost. In the second encounter Jesus shows Thomas that faith does not depend upon physical appearance. THEOLOGICAL REFLECTIONS Gospel: John 20:19-31 1. Shut ...

653. Epiphany 5

1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Isaiah 6:1-13, Luke 5:1-11

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John R. Brokhoff

... Woe is me ... I am a man of unclean lips." God's goodness and greatness are demonstrated in cleansing Isaiah of his sin. The hot coal cleansed him of his sin. It is a case of grace. Isaiah did nothing to get forgiveness. God took the initiative and touched the lips for his cleansing and forgiveness. At first sight the total otherness of God may lead us to believe God is too great, too far off to be approachable. Isaiah found that this great and holy God is still one who comes to an individual with forgiving ...

654. Epiphany 6

Jeremiah 17:5-10, Luke 6:17-26, 1 Corinthians 15:12-34

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John R. Brokhoff

... that Jesus was a very popular person in his day. He had a "crowd" of disciples, but we usually think of only 12. The masses came to see and hear Jesus "all the crowd sought to touch him." Why wouldn't he be popular? No other person taught with so much authority. No other person could heal as he did. Just a touch of his garment brought healing. In other words, Jesus had numbers, and today we should not be content unless our churches are crowded to hear Jesus proclaimed and to be healed by Jesus. 2. Blessed ...

655. Lent 5

John 7:45--8:11, Luke 20:9-19, John 12:1-11, Philippians 3:12-4:1, Philippians 3:1-11, Isaiah 43:14-28

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John R. Brokhoff

... the perfume more than any other part of the body? Perhaps Mary did not feel worthy to anoint his head. She felt at best she could touch only his feet. 3. Hair (v. 3). Mary dried Jesus' feet with her hair. Were there no towels in the home of Mary and Martha? No ... for Jesus. This sermon should move us to express our love while our loved ones are alive. Can you imagine how deeply touched, comforted, and encouraged Jesus was after Mary's anointing him? Outline: Show your love now a. Say a good and kind word ...

656. Proper 23

Luke 17:11-19, Jeremiah 29:1-23, 2 Timothy 1:1-2:13

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John R. Brokhoff

... , 16: "Turned back ... giving him thanks." c. Realize your unworthiness v. 16: "He fell on his face at Jesus' feet." 2. A double miracle (17:19) "Rise and go your way: your faith has made you well." Need: This miracle of cleansing leprosy may not touch many people today, because the disease is just about eradicated. Yet, people with terminal diseases long for a miraculous cure. Few people would think of going to Jesus in prayer for a miracle to cure them. But, there is another miracle in this account which ...

657. Epiphany 4

Luke 4:14-30

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B. David Hostetter

... . Prophets' work will end. The ecstasy of tongues will fade. Some knowledge will lose its usefulness, but there will always be the need for love. PRAYER OF THE DAY Divine Speaker, let us hear your gracious words from any lips. Divine Healer, let us feel your healing touch by any hand. Let no spirit of doubt prevent your work through our talents or those of others, in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING God of love, we are grateful for the love you have shown us in Christ and through other ...

658. Proper 23

Luke 17:11-19, Psalm 66:1-20

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B. David Hostetter

... hard to show yourself worthy of God's approval, as a laborer who need not be ashamed. Be straight forward in your proclamation of the truth. Prayer of the Day Compassionate Christ, as we have been touched by your love, help us to show you our thankfulness by also reaching out to others that you may touch them also through us. Amen. Prayer of Thanksgiving God of all places, you sent Jesus of Nazareth to show your loving presence in places of sickness, sorrow and shame, to bring healing, comfort and dignity ...

659. Doubting Thomas

John 20:19-23

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Richard A. Jensen

... of the nails in his hands, and put my finger in the mark of the nails and my hand in his side, I will not believe." Tommy Russo couldn't have put it better himself. "If only I could see his body," he thought to himself. "If only I could touch his body. That's the way we Thomas people are." Tommy's mind got fixed on the Bible's doubting Thomas. That's all he could think about for the rest of the service. That's what he thought about when he and Sophia went up for communion. "If only ...

660. What Do You Say To A Burning Bush?

Exodus 3:1-22

Sermon

Steve Burt

... 's holy is God's presence in the event. "Take off your shoes, Moses. Take off your shoes and come into direct contact with me. Touch me. Experience me." It's like God says, "Maybe I'll give you a foot rub, a massage. Feel the warmth of my holy hands ... handiwork, and it was good. God was saying, 'Rough day as a shepherd, pastor? Enjoy the view, take off your shoes, relax. Enjoy being in touch with me. You can't look directly into my face. Moses couldn't. But I've given you a miracle to focus on instead, a ...

661. Praying To The Congregation

John 17:6-19

Sermon

Thomas Long

... doesn't change God; it changes me. Prayer is not a message scribbled on a note, jammed into a bottle and tossed into the sea in hopes that it will wash up someday on God's shoreline. Prayer is communion with God. We speak to God, but God touches, embraces, shapes and changes us. Whether we pray for rain or pray for sunshine, our prayer is answered, because in the act of praying we receive the gift we really seek -- intimacy with God. 1. The discussion of the biblical examples of mixing prayers to God with ...

662. Presents And The Gift Of Presence

Luke 2:1-7

Sermon

William B. Kincaid, III

... can know of one another's joys and celebrate as if they were our own. On this night God chooses to be with us so that we might be with one another. May God's love shape our relationships. May God's wisdom guide our decisions. May God's glory touch our ordinary lives. And may God's gift this night live in us and through us, that what we experience in each other is the very presence of Christ. 1. John Vannorsdall, "A ...

663. Advent 2

Matthew 3:1-12, Isaiah 11:1-16, Romans 14:1--15:13

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Russell F. Anderson

... in the narrow confines of the prison cell. Living intimately with several other men, there was no hiding from himself. Anderson describes this existence as "living in a hall of mirrors." The theme of guilt runs through the narrative and one of the most touching moments is when Anderson, a fallen-away Catholic, confesses his sins to Father Jenco, a fellow prisoner. Anderson confesses that he has wandered away from the church and that he is not a good man. In fact, he concedes that his drinking and pursuing ...

664. Lent 5

John 11:1-16, Ezekiel 37:1-14, Romans 8:1-17, John 11:17-37, John 11:38-44

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Russell F. Anderson

... compassionate image of the Almighty. Some may find this disturbing because it seems that God is out of control. Most people will find this image of God comforting and reassuring. Outline: 1. Jesus was deeply moved by the death of Lazarus. This shows -- that God is touched by human misery -- that God enters into the human drama 2. God is still moved by the pain and sorrow of humanity -- what is it that brings tears to Jesus' eyes today? -- give examples 3. Christ was not only moved in emotion but moved to ...

665. Proper 14

Genesis 37:12-36, 1 Kings 19:9-18, Jonah 2:1-10, Matthew 14:22-36, Romans 9:1-5; 10:5-15

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Russell F. Anderson

... into a tedious system of rules and regulations. The legacy of an immediate relationship with the Lord had been lost in the maze of laws and tradition. Many Christians seem to have lost touch with their spiritual legacy as well. Tradition can point a way but it cannot save us, only Christ can. Faith is the way to get in touch with our spiritual legacy. Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33 1. Heart Of Darkness Sermon Angle: The disciples encountered the storm during the fourth watch (3:00 to 6:00 A.M.), the darkest ...

666. Children

Sermon

Jerry Eckert

... s first birthday? I am honored to be the rabbi to bless her today," he said over the noise of the crowd and over the sound of Birdie crying. It wasn't a scream or anything, just a sad-sounding but consistent crying. Jesus tucked her in his left arm, touched her gently on the head and uttered a quiet blessing. And Birdie just cried. "She is a fine child and will be a comfort in your old age," Jesus said. "And she is now. Love her," he added. My daughter cried the whole time. I was embarrassed. But Jesus wasn ...

667. The Babel Disaster - You Are There

Genesis 11:1-9

Drama

Jerry Eckert

... don't know how we would have stayed alive if we hadn't had our faith. Apparently we were near the entrance. I felt something touch my leg. Rescue workers had begun digging at the main gate and we were among the first found. The entrance arch had fallen toward ... product. Them super-religious guys, not the pastor, but them building committee types or whatever you call them, dey wouldn't let none of us touch the finish work on the top temple. Dey says it was God's house and we was too dirty to work on it. More ...

668. The Warrior And The Shepherd Are One!

Isaiah 40:1-31

Sermon

Harold Warlick

... ? If God is as much tender human shepherd as divine liberator ready to intervene from the outside, then part of our Advent preparation must be arranging to be where that shepherd is most likely to be found. When we feed the hungry, touch and let ourselves be touched by the AIDS victim, clothe the naked, welcome the stranger, assist the homeless, and shepherd the defenseless among us, we soak ourselves again in the thought and language of the Bible. We prepare the Lord's road; we build God's highway through ...

669. Whom Shall I Send, and Who Will Go for Us?

Isaiah 6:1-13

Sermon

Arthur H. Kolsti

... , and I live among a people of unclean lips; yet my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts!" Here is the wondrous thing! God wills to disclose himself to us! God wills to reach out and touch the life of Isaiah. God wills to disclose himself to us! That is the meaning behind the powerful imagery of the seraph who touches the prophet's lips with a burning coal. H. G. Wells is reported to have said, "I cannot believe that whoever is up there would reach down and shake hands with me." The story is told of a ...

670. Have You Heard The Good News?

Mark 1:1-8

Sermon

John A. Stroman

... and brings the light of God's love and grace. It was good news for the first century and it is good news for our century. This is the hope and joy of the Advent message. This is the good news! In Bethlehem heaven touched the earth as never before. Today, the good news of the gospel touches our hearts and lives with the announcement that God is with us. Jesus walked along the shores of Galilee, but the good news is that today he walks our city streets. He is with us amid life's strains and stresses. God Is ...

671. With Our Heads In The Clouds

Mark 9:2-13

Sermon

John A. Stroman

... took Peter, James, and John and they went up a high mountain to be alone. Jesus felt the need to withdraw. We need that opportunity to withdraw from the clutter and ambiguity of day to day existence. We know that special moment when we can get in touch with the deeper realities of who we are and who God is. We need that mountaintop experience where there is the parting of the veil which hides the infinite from our normal vision. It is that special moment when we can reconfigure the past, envision the future ...

672. God Is Down To Earth

John 1:1-18

Sermon

John A. Stroman

... and men. John states an incredible, startling fact unheard of in his first century world: the Word, the power, the dynamic, the reason that orders and controls the world "has become flesh and dwells among us." John goes on to say that "we have seen with our eyes ... and touched with our hands ... the word of life" (1 John 1:1-2). John's message is that this Word has come to the earth in human form. God, who was so distant, is now near. John is saying that if you want to see what this creating Word, this ...

673. The Adventure Of The Empty Tomb

Mark 16:1-20

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Jerry Eckert

... patriarch. "I know that faith is usually able to fill in around the absence of facts or even contradiction in facts; and the Gospels are replete with both when it comes to the Resurrection stories. One angel or two in the tomb or none? Could Jesus be touched or could he not? To whom did he first appear?" "No exegetical theology, please, Mr. Holmes, tell me about the boy." The Archbishop was on his feet imploring my companion, life returning to his eyes, tempered by the dread that Holmes might not be on the ...

674. John Prepares the Way

Mark 1:1-8

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Richard A. Jensen

... . Story Three can tell some or all of the healing stories in Mark 1 and 2, demonstrating the life-giving ministry of the One who is filled with the Spirit. Many of these stories do occur in the Epiphany cycle of Markan texts, so we may not want to touch them yet at this point. The living center of proclamation might center on Jesus who says in effect: "I have been baptized with the Spirit, the very life of God. I offer you this life. I have been baptized that I might send forth your unclean spirits. I have ...

675. Calming the Storm

Mark 4:35-41

Sermon Aid

Richard A. Jensen

... What kind of hearers are we? Are we insiders who can become outsiders? Do we have faith or fear in our hearts? Are we rocky ground after all? These questions, of course, can be fleshed out in more detail. Close the sermon with prayer. Pray for the Holy Spirit to touch the lives of all assembled. Pray for the Holy Spirit to work with the seed that has been sown on these human hearts. Pray for the Holy Spirit to turn our hearts from fear to faith. Pray for the Holy Spirit to open our eyes that we might truly ...

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