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76. Celebrate the Small Stuff

Mark 4:30-34

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

... finally ripe that the one who scattered the seed once again takes action. It is time for the harvest. The image of the sickle echoes Joel 3:13: “Put in the sickle for the harvest is ripe,” suggesting an eschatological action. Despite the unknowable quality of the grain’s development, the eventual harvest of the crop is fully expected and never in question. The sickle is always at the ready for that day. The second parable in today’s text is also declared to be specifically about “the kingdom of ...

77. Boasting

2 Corinthians 11:1-15, 2 Corinthians 11:16-33, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

... ; 15:10; Rom. 1:5; 12:3; 15:15). The risen Lord goes on to state the reason his grace is sufficient for Paul in his physical distress: Christ’s power is made perfect in Paul’s weakness. The contrast of terms is striking. Ultimately, the quality and character of the revelatory mediator is inconsequential, a lesson that is abundantly reinforced by the example of the OT prophets (cf., e.g., 1 Kgs. 18:4–18). Moses is the prime example of divine power being made perfect in weakness of the human revelatory ...

78. The Armor of God

Ephesians 6:10-20

Understanding Series

Arthur G. Patzia

... would expect to see the article (“the truth”). This verse could be an allusion to the previous emphasis on truthfulness and integrity within the body of Christ (4:25ff.; 2 Cor. 6:7). Second, stand with the breastplate of righteousness: Righteousness is one of the qualities of the divine warrior (Isa. 11:5; 59:17); in 1 Thessalonians, faith and love are the breastplate (5:8); as God’s servants, writes Paul, “with weapons of righteousness in the right hand and in the left” (2 Cor. 6:7). In NT usage ...

79. Rules for Holy Living

Colossians 3:1-17

Understanding Series

Arthur G. Patzia

... , it is a mystery that one cannot fully explain or physically display. But the true nature of that life will not remain a secret, because it is indissolubly bound to Christ and will be revealed at his return. This interpretation, which takes life in the sense of quality or essence, is preferred to the view that looks to the return of Christ as the time when those who are saved and thus belong to God will be identified. Additional Notes 3:1 For a helpful discussion on this section, see C. F. D. Moule, “The ...

80. The Remaining Promise of Rest

Hebrews 4:1-13

Understanding Series

Donald A. Hagner

... see also 1 Pet. 1:23). Effective words are likened to a sharp sword (Isa. 49:2) and the word of God (but here rhēma tou theou) to the sword of the Spirit (Eph. 6:17). For “two-edged sword,” see Rev. 2:12. “Wisdom” (sophia) has qualities that parallel those of the word of God in the present passage, especially with reference to powers of penetration (Wisd. of Sol. 7:23ff.; 1:6). For the argument that the word of God refers to Jesus, see J. Swetnam, “Jesus as logos in Hebrews 4:12–13,” Biblica ...

81. Exhortations

Philippians 4:2-9

Understanding Series

F. F. Bruce

... dwells on such things rather than on those that are disreputable has much in common with the love that takes more pleasure in what is to other people’s credit than in what is to their discredit (1 Cor. 13:6). There is a rhythmic quality about the Greek text of verse 8 (as there is in the familiar KJV rendering: “Whatsoever things are true …”). This suggests that Paul may be quoting some well-known words of ethical admonition. The virtues listed are not specifically Christian; they are excellent and ...

82. Zion’s Divine Defender

Psalm 48:1-14

Understanding Series

Craig C. Broyles

... to the other psalms of Zion, Psalm 48 begins with the praise of God: Great is the LORD. Jerusalem obtains significance solely because it is the city of our God and particularly because in it resides his holy mountain. It is holy not because of moral qualities but because it is set apart (the concrete meaning of “holy”) by God’s choice (87:1–2; 132:13). The psalm describes it as beautiful in its loftiness. The temple mount is impressive when viewed from the Kidron Valley, but one would be hard ...

83. Boasting

2 Corinthians 11:16-33, 2 Corinthians 1:1-11, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

84. For Someone Who Filled Their World With Laughter

Zephaniah 3:14-18 · Job 8:20-22

Eulogy

Richard E. Zajac

... to fill in the years Lee didn’t have. It’s going to be up to us to carry on for him all the wonderful qualities of living that he had shown to us. There’s a story I’ve told a thousand times. It concerns a painter by the name ... more magnificent than the original. The stain which could’ve ruined a beautiful painting ended up adding to the painting’s beauty. Those wonderful qualities of living that Lee had shown to us is what I would call the paint Lee left behind for us to use for that stain ...

85. Dinner Parties With A Difference

Luke 7:36-50

Sermon

Maurice A. Fetty

... at his table only those who were as pure and as good as he conceived himself to be. He was insulted Jesus would besmirch his high quality feast with apparent acceptance and recognition of such a low quality woman. Today, many followers of Jesus regrettably have switched to the mentality of Simon. They believe only persons of the highest quality and most sanctified holiness are welcome at the table. Simon and his friends believed they had earned the right to associate together to celebrate their status ...

86. Prayers for the Sundays After Easter

Bulletin Aid

Rolland R. Reece

... set become as ashes under our feet, we assume that all of life is hollow, a chasing after the wind. In our more reasonable moments, we admit that our viewpoints may be wrong. Then it is we see that some people live by trustworthy qualities, qualities that are positive, creative, and rock-like. A man contemplating suicide found in his daughter, reaching out to him, a significance that he couldn't ignore. That man grew in strength and wisdom. A lady despairing of her relationship with her husband, dared to ...

87. Advent 3

John 1:1-18, John 1:19-28, Isaiah 61:1-11, Isaiah 65:17-25, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Sermon Aid

E. Carver McGriff

... made no claim to undeserved importance. He was honest enough to know who he was and who he was not. Second, and closely related, is John's modesty. Truthfully, I had a somewhat different impression of John from the other Gospels, but here I begin to see his quality of character and his sincerity of intention in the fact that he was ready to step aside to make way for Jesus. Third, John was a man of exceptional courage. Don't forget the fate which awaited Jesus. It awaited John as well. He also was fated to ...

88. Christmas 1

Hebrews 2:5-18, Colossians 3:1-17, 1 Samuel 2:12-26, Luke 2:41-52

Sermon Aid

John R. Brokhoff

... of speech is clothing: The old Adam takes off his clothes of vice and puts on new clothes of virtue because the clothes represent a new Adam. A Christian is one in whom Christ lives. Thus, his/her life is to match Christ's life in terms of the qualities of Jesus' life. 2. Binds (v. 14). One brand of glue, the ads say, has such bonding power one drop can lift an auto. Love, says Paul, is the greatest of all virtues and has utmost power to draw together. Love binds people together and binds people to God ...

89. Ash Wednesday

Mt 6:1-6, 16-21 · 2 Cor 5:20 - 6:10 · Joel 2:1-2, 12-19 · Ps 51 · Ps 103

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... impart a favorable impression of oneself. When a person is alone with God, the focus is clear. Our relationship with the Lord is not something that others are privy to, unless we share it with others. It is a secret garden. If we spend regular quality time with the Lord, it is a place of beauty and life. If we neglect the secret garden, it becomes overgrown with weeds or, if neglect plays itself out, degenerates into a spiritual wasteland. PREACHING POSSIBILITIES Old Testament: Joel 2:1-2, 12-19 1. Sermon ...

90. Read the Directions

Sermon

John R. Brokhoff

... in court, “I’m more humiliated and ashamed than anybody can ever imagine.” Galatians said it this way, “Do not be deceived; God is not mocked, for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.” Today’s passage in Proverbs points out a fourth quality in a well assembled life generosity. “He who has a bountiful eye will be blessed,” we read, “for he shares his bread with the poor.” “A bountiful eye” is a delightful phrase for a person who sees the needs of the poor and shares generously ...

91. Tough Faith In Tough Times

Luke 18:1-8

Sermon

Larry R. Kalajainen

... who sat enclosed in a little cubicle. After standing in line at the teller's counter, one then went over and stood in line at the cashier's counter, and waited some more. Cashing a paycheck was a great lesson in patience each month, a quality that we Americans are notably short on. Because of our cultural preference for speed and efficiency, our gospel lesson this morning has something to say to us that each of us needs very much to hear. The themes of patient waiting, of persistence, of faithfulness ...

92. Of Thimbles And Thread

Ecclesiastes 3:1-22

Eulogy

Lawrence H. Craig

... sorrow. Yet, we come knowing that the God of our faith, the God of comfort, support and healing love is present in the midst of death and is present in our midst this day. Like a good seamstress, God knows that because of ____________ death the quality of your life has been diminished. God knows the seams which hold your emotions together are on this day less secure. God knows that the pattern of your days, once orderly, is now out of place. ____________ has died. Life has been changed. No matter how ...

93. Delivery

Sermon

Michael Rogness

... and thinking, "That doesn't sound like my voice at all!" You're right. What you hear booming around in your own sinus cavity sounds rich and full to you, but it is not your speaking voice. What you hear on tape is what your listeners hear. Voice quality can be improved, as anybody who has taken voice training knows. Voice teachers work with students to lower the tone of one's voice, relax and open up the throat passage. Listening to yourself on tape enables you to hear yourself as others hear you. In my own ...

94. New Year's Resolution

Gal 5:22-23 · Mt 5:13

Children's Sermon

Kenneth Mortonson

... might have a piece of bread at breakfast that is made with flour. All three ingredients look alike and can even be used at the same meal, but they are different. You see, it is not the outward appearance that makes things what they are. It is the special inner qualities that they possess that determines how they are used. Jesus said that we are the salt of the earth, but if the salt has lost its saltiness, it is good for nothing and can be thrown away. (cf Matthew 5:13) God has placed us in this world and ...

95. Epiphany 2

John 2:1-11, Isaiah 62:1-12, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Sermon Aid

John R. Brokhoff

... was so good that the steward of the feast complimented the bridegroom that he saved the best wine until last. It was the custom to serve cheap wine toward the close of the feast because by that time people had drunk so much that they could not evaluate the quality of the wine. Presently, we may have no wine or only flat water of hardship and sorrow. But those who come to Jesus with their need get the best in the end. "Weeping may endure for the night, but joy comes with the morning (Psalm 30:5)." 2. You ...

96. What Children Can Teach Adults

Luke 10:1-24

Sermon

Thomas Slavens

... our ways of thinking, to develop different standards, to rip off layers of pride, skepticism and hardness and to return to some of the spirit of childhood. What are some qualities of children that adults would do well to emulate? Among those qualities are three pre-requisites to entering the Kingdom of God. These are qualities which children can teach adults. Children can teach adults the importance of a spirit of dependence. Children know they do not get things alone, that they are dependent upon parents ...

97. The Needle’s Eye

Mark 9:42-50

Sermon

Thomas Peterson

... to be more pertinent to human growth than belonging to the right group, holding proper theological beliefs, and an exact cataloguing of experience. He calls us to be alive, causing life to blossom wherever we may be. These daily qualities, though highly prized by Jesus and readily desirable by us all, seem hard to acquire. How do we get them? Let’s look closely at the parable of losing the hand, foot, or eye. Perhaps it contains the key to entering the fellowship of Jesus. Suppose we are tempted to ...

98. Wedding: The Aroma of Love

Sermon Aid

Randall S. Lehman

... with each other. We have come together today because ____ and ____ have found this completeness with each other and with God and wish to be joined by God in holy marriage. Love is a soul quality, not of the senses, but of the mind, and is therefore an eternal quality. It knows none of the negative qualities of selfishness, envy, or jealousy. Love cannot be possessed; therefore, ask not for love, but give it — for in giving love, you are giving yourself in all you do. This is the one principle of love ...

99. For a Ninety-three-year-old Widow

2 Timothy 4:9-18

Eulogy

Walter A. Schmidt

... and you knew that it would be taken care of. You did not need to check back to see if she had completed her task. If she said she would do it, you could count on that task being completed - not only on time, but also in a class and quality fashion. What a refreshing change in a world with "too many Chiefs and not enough Indians," to have someone like Edna, someone who was willing to work for her Lord and her fellow human beings, but who was not concerned whether or not anyone noticed. I think Edna knew and ...

100. Rag Doll #37

Drama

Edward Long

... if outdoors on a chilly morning). NARRATOR: There's a cozy atmosphere around the wood-burning stove in the Quality Grocery in Midville. While snow flurries around the windows, Mr. and Mrs. McKenzie - who operate the store and Gerald ... happy with a dozen check-outs, pre-packaged this and that ... (MR. Mc doesn't know how to take this). Your store's name is real ... "Quality" ... that's what people get here. And the personal service and fresh-cut meats are old-fashioned in a good way, I reckon. Only place in ...

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