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76. A Man Named Many

Mark 5:1-20

Sermon

King Duncan

... was once so totally frenzied that he abandoned his home and made his dwelling among the dead, hiding behind tombstones in the local cemetery. He was so out of control that he tore his clothes off his body, and he was such a terror to travelers that people quit passing by that way. Some of the locals tried to capture him for his own safety . . . and theirs. They tried to bind him with strong cords, but with a strength that only a person so torn in mind and body can possess, he would burst the bonds asunder ...

77. Paul's Concern for the Corinthians

2 Corinthians 12:11-21

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

... boast,” he states in 12:1, for in the face of the opponents’ own boasting, to which the Corinthians were quite susceptible, the apostle had little choice but to respond in kind. As we have seen, however, his boasting was doubly foolish ... he will be forced to deal with them severely (you may not find me as you want me to be). Whereas previously Paul had been quite “timid” when dealing with the Corinthians (cf. 10:1), this time he will act more decisively, if necessary. He does not spell out exactly what ...

78. Spiritual Blessings in Christ

Ephesians 1:1-14

Understanding Series

Arthur G. Patzia

... wants to emphasize that what has happened to them was not by chance or by human merit but is due entirely to the eternal and elective purposes of God in Christ. All is of God! The NIV In him we were also chosen does not quite capture the essence of the Greek eklērōthēmen. The verb klēroō means “to choose,” “to appoint by lot.” The noun (klēros), therefore, would be “the lot,” “share,” or “portion” that was obtained by lot. The Greek word for “inheritance,” “possession,” or ...

79. Freedom From Human Regulations Through Life With Christ

Colossians 2:6-23

Understanding Series

Arthur G. Patzia

... (cf. Rom. 14:17, 21; 1 Tim. 4:3). The Colossians are not to be bound by rules with respect to food (what you eat or drink) or the religious calendar (a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day). It is quite possible that these “special days” governed what a person might or might not eat as well. At any rate, Paul declares freedom from all regulations imposed by the false teachers. By submitting to such regulations, the Colossians would be acknowledging the continuing authority of ...

80. No Confidence in the Flesh

Philippians 3:1-11

Understanding Series

F. F. Bruce

... his death, the curse of God rested: “Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree” (Gal. 3:13). Those who proclaimed such a person to be the Lord’s anointed, as the disciples of Jesus did, were blasphemers; the well-being of Israel demanded their extinction. And, quite apart from Paul’s antipathy to all that Jesus stood for, how can one enjoy a personal relationship with someone who has died and whom one never knew? When God chose, on the Damascus road, to reveal his Son to Paul, the Son of God at the ...

81. The Law of the Temple

Ezekiel 43:13-27, Ezekiel 44:1-31, Ezekiel 45:1-12, Ezekiel 45:13--46:24

Understanding Series

Steven Tuell

... in) bronze, like the altar associated with the tabernacle (Exod. 35:30–33; 38:1–2). Ezekiel 43:13–17 says nothing of the materials used for the altar, however 9:2 calls the altar before the temple “the bronze altar.” Further, the dimensions do not quite match: even if we use long cubits, that cubit being a cubit and a handbreadth (v. 13), the altar Chronicles describes is somewhat larger in breadth and length than the one in Ezekiel 43 (though both are said to be square). In short, verses 13–17 ...

82. “Their Violence Comes Down on Their Own Heads”

Psalm 7:1-17

Teach the Text

C. Hassell Bullock

... demonstrable in Psalm 6, and this seems true also of Psalm 7. Twice in this psalm we have reference to an enemy’s pursuit of the psalmist (7:1-2, 5), and the story related in 1 Samuel 24–26 fits the terms of this psalm quite well. See “Historical and Cultural Background.” Outline/Structure The position of selah[2] after 7:5 (see NIV footnote) appears to divide the psalm into two major parts with two and three strophes, respectively. Also in Psalm 24 selah functions as a strophe divider, although its ...

83. “In the Lord I Take Refuge”

Psalm 11:1-7

Teach the Text

C. Hassell Bullock

... but part of the literary legacy of the ancient Near East,[7] and not surprisingly, since sorrow is a universal sentiment. Interpretive Insights 13:1 How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever? . . . will you hide your face from me? Most of the English translations, quite reasonably, break the single question of 13:1a into two (so pointed in the MT). The single question is found also in Psalms 79:5 and 89:46 (89:47 MT). The question “how long?” (‘ad-’anah) occurs four times in 13:1–2, suggesting ...

84. Jesus Sends Out the Seventy-two

Luke 10:1-24

Understanding Series

Craig A. Evans

... Verses 23–24 are also derived from the sayings source. Matthew (13:16–17) places this saying in the context of the discussion of the Parable of the Sower (Matt. 13:3–23; cf. Luke 8:4–10). Nevertheless, the respective Matthean and Lucan contexts are quite similar. In both Gospels Jesus’ saying is private (Matt. 13:10; Luke 10:23) and in both Gospels the saying is applied to the great privilege that the disciples enjoy in being able to witness the messianic ministry of Jesus and the dawning of the ...

85. Jesus Appears to the Disciples

Luke 24:36-49

Understanding Series

Craig A. Evans

... . Who can describe his generation? For his life is taken up from the earth” (as cited in Acts 8:32–33, RSV). Since this OT text is actually cited in one of the Lucan writings and explicitly applied to Jesus of Nazareth (see Acts 8:35), it is quite reasonable to suppose that this is at least one of the OT passages understood as indicating that the Christ will suffer and die. Also found in Acts is the quotation of an OT passage which was understood as a promise that the Christ will … rise from the dead ...

86. Personal Greetings

Romans 16:1-27

Understanding Series

James R. Edwards

... the will of God and the abiding commission of the church. It was the seed which gave birth to this epistle nearly two millennia ago as a visionary apostle paced to and fro in his quarters on the Peloponnesus and recited the immortal words of Romans to a quite overwhelmed amanuensis. That all nations might believe and obey is the goal to which the Holy Spirit bears witness in every age, and it is the prayer which the church must forever hold in its heart and pursue in its life. To the only wise God be glory ...

87. Visit

2 Corinthians 13:1-10, 2 Corinthians 13:11-14

Understanding Series

James M. Scott

... will be forced to deal with them severely (you may not find me as you want me to be). Whereas previously Paul had been quite “timid” when dealing with the Corinthians (cf. 10:1), this time he will act more decisively, if necessary. He does not spell out exactly ... painful visit (see above on 2:6). On the analogy of Korah’s rebellion we may suspect that the intended punishment was quite severe (cf. 13:10). This is reinforced by the verb (pheidesthai). Elsewhere Paul uses this term in the sense of God’s ...

88. A Difficult but Joyous Journey

Luke 1:39-55

Sermon

King Duncan

... also would become known throughout the region. He would be named John but he would popularly be known as John the Baptist. It was quite a distance from Mary’s home to that of Elizabeth and Zechariah. There was time for Mary to ponder the wonder of what was ... bypass the wealthy and powerful of this world to have a peasant girl bear His Messiah. You and I do not fall into God’s plan in quite the same way that Mary did, and yet each of us knows what it is to be humbled by God’s concern for us. We don’t ...

89. Scandal

Matthew 16:21-28, Matthew 17:14-23, Matthew 20:17-19, Matthew 26:1-5

Sermon

Lori Wagner

... [Jesus] began to teach them that the Son of Man was destined to suffer grievously, to be rejected by the elders and the chief priests and the scribes, and to be put to death, and after three days to rise again; and he said all this quite openly. Then taking him aside, Peter started to remonstrate with him. But, turning and seeing his disciples, he rebuked Peter and said to him, ‘Get behind me, Satan! Because the way you think is not God’s way but man’s.’ …….. After leaving [the mountain after ...

90. Lighting A Fire In A Cold Room

Isaiah 6:1-13

Sermon

Harold Warlick

... , "If you ever need anything, don't send for me." Then, he entered a dark, cold world of the leprosarium for the rest of his days. By contrast, Isaiah's response to the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" was quite direct. "Here am I. Send me." And he emerged with the mark of the prophet on his head and a fire in his mouth which could never be put out. The text points us toward powerful contrasts in the motivations of two men, both of whom considered themselves religious ...

91. Close Quarters With A King

Jeremiah 23:1-8

Sermon

Thomas G. Rogers

... might have thought that they were just trying to move back in order to visually take in the whole work of art. Certainly that was part of the reason for trying to back up, but only part. The major reason for their backing up was really quite straightforward. Common, ordinary people simply do not stand at close quarters with a king -- at least not comfortably. Susan stood looking up at the bigger-than-life king while her own back was pressed against the glass wall. Again she thought to herself, "Yes, in ...

92. Getting Out Of Our Own Way

Matthew 16:21-28

Sermon

Roger G. Talbott

... outside of the home or are a student or a retiree. A lot of our identity comes from our job, but if you did something quite different, would your essential self change? Wouldn't you still be you? Think about this and say to yourself, "I am not my job." Think ... poor and follow Jesus. It's one thing to say, "Of course, I am not my job." It's another thing to lose your job or quit your job -- or to retire from a job. It's one thing to say, "I am not my relationships." It is another thing to lose relationships ...

93. Is Christ In The Manger?

Drama

Karren Boehr

... great. What do you say we get the word around and have a party. I have a big house. It will give me an excuse to put up a Christmas tree. Gift exchange maybe ... a few carols ... WOMAN: (Brightening up, sighs in relief) Sounds wonderful! I know of quite a few others whom I'm sure ... Listen ... (Sound of carolers in the distance) GENTLEMAN: (Thoughtfully) Maybe this year is the year I will allow the Christ child to truly set me free. I could not wish more. WOMAN: (Softly) I think you and I have just begun ...

94. The Church

Acts 6:8-15, Acts 6:1-7

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

... yes, I think we do. The board meets Tuesday, you know, and I've got to present some sound suggestions to them. I invited John only because of the gentleman I met in his office. He's from headquarters. They'll drop in later. JIM: I think we've accomplished quite a lot. MARTHA: We sure did. PETE: When the board reviews our progress they won't see any. JIM: Pete, I think we can be satisfied with the suggestions we've made. MARTHA: Jim is right. Let's review the ideas we have and decide which one to present to ...

95. Proper 28

Lk 21:5-19 · Isa 65:17-25 · 2 Thes 3:6-13 · Ps 98

Sermon Aid

John R. Brokhoff

... problem in the church of Paul's day. In the congregation were people called gnostics who believed that Jesus had returned and they were now in heaven. So they no longer needed to work but to enjoy life. Others expected Jesus to return in a few days. They quit work because they had to prepare for his coming and they had enough resources to provide for themselves until he came. To counteract this, Paul commanded the idle to go back to work and to follow his example. He worked so that the church would not have ...

96. Epiphany 2

Jn 1:29-42 · 1 Cor 1:1-9 · Is 49:1-7 · Ps 27

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... away my sin, when I don't really sin or when others are to blame? Come and see. When John pointed to Jesus as the Lamb of God, two of his disciples followed him and when Jesus saw them he asked, "What are you looking for?" They didn't know quite what to say and so they blurted, "Rabbi, where are you staying?" "Come and see," he responded. That was Jesus' first call. A rather low key approach. "Come and see" is an invitation to examine the life of Christ. It is a request that these men might come to know ...

97. The Wisemen

Sermon

Jerry Eckert

... unaccustomed to that and didnot really like it. So, I opened with an introduction in mynormal style to establish why I was reading the story!Second, to try to minimize the "reading" feel of the story,I worked on differing voices for the various characters. AndI had quite a few! I discovered I was not as talented atthat as the readers on the state radio network's "Chapter aDay" program. Here is a good example of why a story sermon fromsomeone else's hand will never be as good as your own inyour own church ...

98. Turning A Minus Into A Plus

Isaiah 40:1-31

Sermon

Harold Warlick

... power and the greatest gift is to keep going when life has slowed us to a walk and we're almost ready to cave in and quit. God's help is described in three forms. There is the promise that God's help can take the form of ecstasy, enabling us to mount ... he was proudest. He prayed a great deal that year about his educational efforts. Some of his prayers were naive and some were quite reasoned and sincere. A few were, perhaps, arrogant. He soared in history with an A. He ran through freshman English with a B, ...

99. Come Holy Ghost, Our Hearts Inspire

Acts 10:23b-48

Sermon

E. Carver McGriff

... to cease blaming him. A day or so later, she received a note from him saying that since she was willing to change he'd decided he would too, and maybe she wasn't entirely wrong in blaming him. In other words, prayer had led each to quit blaming and begin to do some sincere soul searching. Immediately, she said their marriage had become much happier. Fourth, the Spirit helps us identify our purpose in life. Regrettably, many people today live day by day without a real sense of individual destiny in life. Yet ...

100. Persevering In The Faith

Numbers 21:4-9

Sermon

E. Carver McGriff

... . Before long, one little fellow trips over the garden hose and skins his knee. At nearly the same time, a bee stings your little girl rather painfully on the arm. Both are in tears. It's all complicated by the fact that your seven-year-old son is quite upset because you have said "no" to his repeated request for roller skates so he can play in the street with some older kids down the way. Now imagine those two little ones in the backyard in heated conversation (we'll cast their thinking in adult terms for ...

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