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1126. Woe to the Complacent

Amos 6:1-7

Understanding Series

Elizabeth Achtemeier

... Lord, because finally it is the day of the Lord that will bring Israel’s death. 6:1–7 Amos continues to attack those aspects of Israael’s life in which it rests its confidence, and here he treats one of the standard themes found in the prophetic writings concerning the day of the Lord, namely, the inability of fame and wealth to save in that day of Yahweh’s wrath and sovereignty (cf. e.g., Isa. 2:12–21). This passage has the shape of a woe oracle, a funerary lament over the dead, with the woe or ...

1127. Living A Triumphant Life

Joshua 5:1-12

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Douglas J. Deuel

... Lincoln provided leadership with strength and character during a difficult period in the history of our country. At one point, he was asked if he thought God was on the side of the North or the South. He answered by saying, "I am not concerned with whether or not God is on my side, I am concerned that I am on God's side." What steps have we taken to ensure that we are one with God? Are we pursuing the things in life God wants for us? The greatest spiritual blessings will only come to us to the extent that ...

1128. Transforming Love

Acts 9:1-19a

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Douglas J. Deuel

... teach a child to deal with death? How do you explain that life is not fair? How do you help a child to focus on the good and not the bad? These were the things the minister pondered in his mind that morning. But not Michelle. She was not concerned with questions of theology. She was not troubled with providing answers and insights of profound importance. She sat there that morning and held their son. And the two of them cried together. They cried because they were going to miss Bo and all of the joy he had ...

1129. An Extremely Odd Couple

Luke 18:1-8

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J. Will Ormond

... has suffered. But she seems to have no advocate, and her status as a widow makes her easy prey for a variety of unscrupulous characters. Her case is probably like many the judge hears every day. It may seem unimportant to the judge, but it is of crucial concern to her. Between her and justice is the judge sitting on his high bench in his somber robes. From him she has a right to expect vindication for her situation. But not from this judge! He is characterized as one who "neither feared God nor had respect ...

1130. The Greatest Of These

1 Corinthians 13:1-13

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Richard A. Jensen

... the edges at first. Then the torrent broke loose. Every acre was under water. There would be no crops this year. There would be an erosion of their soil to devastate future years as well. The Starrs were devastated. But the worst was yet to come. Their concern had been with their land and livelihood. Now the waters moved in toward their home. Grandpa Starr had had the foresight to build the land up around the house just in case the river would ever spill forth. The Starrs hadn't even thought to worry about ...

1131. Gospel Grandmothers

2 Timothy 1:1-2:13

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Richard A. Jensen

... ," said the woman from the women's organization. Other jokes teased Pastor Snyder about the short fuse on his temper. They reminded him gently to put a lid on it! And so the party went on. Words of thanksgiving and praise were spoken. So were words of caution and concern. And now it was time for Pastor Snyder's response. Jimmie Jones, chair of the church board, invited the pastor to the podium. "One of the things you've done best among us," said Jimmie, "is to help bring faith to life. We'd like to know who ...

1132. The Parables About Response

Mark 4:30-34, Mark 4:26-29

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Ron Lavin

... , but it can be highly productive. One of the places where we see this growth of the word is in the Christian family. Hundreds of good Christian parents have told me that they are very concerned about their adult children who have stopped attending church and no longer practice the faith they learned in their homes. While this is a great concern, there really isn't much we can do to keep our children in the faith, once they are grown. We can plant the seeds and nurture them. We can weed the garden of faith ...

1133. The Compassionate Healings

Mark 5:21-43

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Ron Lavin

... is the theme of the first story. Compassionate healing is also the theme of the second story. The Dead Girl The second story opens in verse 21 with Jairus seeking help for his little daughter. She was twelve. She was seriously ill. Jairus was very concerned about her. Jairus was a ruler of a synagogue. That meant that he was the layleader of his church. There were guest preachers in the synagogue, but Jairus was the one that the people looked to for guidance and leadership in their religious life. Most ...

1134. Called! Cleansed! Sent

Isaiah 6:1-13

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Robert A. Hausman

... , although we have managed to keep alleluia. The trend toward clarity is important, but, at the same time, the traditional expressions, because of their strangeness, were better bearers of the awesomeness of God. Our concern is not to return to magic, superstition, or irrationality, nor to restore some sort of clerical privilege. Our concern is simply that we relearn what "holy" means. Only by knowing who God is do we know who we are. We say of some people: "nothing is holy to him," or, "she holds nothing ...

1135. A Double Dose

2 Kings 2:1-18

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Carlyle Fielding Stewart

... be renewed and refreshed to sustain our mission. We need not only strength to do battle but also a double dose of the Spirit to sustain us through the ups and downs, the volatilities and vicissitudes of our service for Christ! By pouring out his concern to Elijah and pleading for a second portion of his spirit, Elisha was preparing to sustain himself, to run and finish the race. In reading the diaries of John Wesley, we find that he had incredible stamina, traveling thousands of miles on horseback to bring ...

1136. Is This The Season To Seek Salvation

Jeremiah 8:4--9:26

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James McLemore

... couldn't keep her from the parties. Two years later at age thirteen, her young daughter had a baby. As she looked at her teenage daughter, the mother had to ask herself this question, "Did I miss the season to seek salvation?" A young man had to ask this question concerning his family. The young man was 25, raising a good family. The woman was a good wife for a good husband. He had no faults, except that he worked all the time. He was trying to excel in his job so that he could build up his home and take ...

1137. What Will It Profit a Man?

1 Tim 6:7; Matt 16:26

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Chevis Horne

... the subject, nor is the Bible. Perhaps that is because money seems to represent our priorities and what we consider important. A quick glance at our checkbook says a great deal about our lives. Our checkbook is probably more revealing than even a diary would be concerning our priorities. Too often we could be accused of putting more trust in our money than we do in God. We often see our bank account or investments as the vehicle for protecting our future. This is why the Bible is not silent on the subject ...

1138. Proper 6

Luke 7:36-50, Galatians 2:11-21, 1 Kings 21:1-29, Psalm 5:1-12

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William E. Keeney

... following him came as a consequence. Love and faith are sequential but they are also inseparable. If love comes, faith should follow. 4. Internal and External Cleansing. The woman washed the feet of Jesus. That was an act of external cleansing. Simon was concerned that he or Jesus would be contaminated by contact with the woman who was a sinner in his estimation. People often expect that baptism will somehow accomplish a magical cleansing because of the external application of the water. True cleansing of a ...

1139. Proper 13

Luke 11:1-13, Hosea 11:1-11, Colossians 3:1-17, Psalm 107:1-43

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William E. Keeney

... , separation from needs of the community, and other activities that offer the wholeness and fulfillment of life. 3. Challenging Worldly Assumptions. Much of secular society makes assumptions which are contrary to Christian values. Is survival of the fittest inimical to Christian concern for the weak, the oppressed, the poor, and others who depend on support from other people for their survival? Is the assumption that wages should be as low as one can get people to work and to maximize profits in accord ...

1140. Proper 19

Psalm 14:1-7, 1 Timothy 1:12-20, Jeremiah 4:5-31, Luke 15:8-10, Luke 15:1-7

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William E. Keeney

... Which One of You." (v. 4) Jesus tells a parable that asks the Pharisees and scribes to compare themselves with the major figure in the parable. It is a frequent technique Jesus uses. If a common shepherd will be so concerned about a sheep, how much more should a religious leader be concerned about saving a lost person of much greater worth? 3. "A Hundred Sheep." (v. 4) A hundred sheep was a large flock. It probably was composed of sheep belonging to several families or owners. While the parable does not say ...

1141. Proper 20

Psalm 79:1-13, 1 Timothy 2:1-15, Jeremiah 8:4--9:26, Luke 16:1-15

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William E. Keeney

... fee" for the costs of handling the transfers of money. The Protestant movement in the sixteenth century allowed interest to be charged as a legitimate use of wealth from which others could profit. 3. Baby Boomers and Retirement. A recent concern expressed was about the growing number of "Baby Boomers" who are reaching fifty now. A substantial number are going to come to retirement without adequate resources. Experts have advised them to use various kinds of retirement plans. They should establish IRAs ...

1142. The Results Of Resurrection

John 20:19-23

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Don M. Aycock

... them the truth in the midst of their confusion. Jesus' resurrection does the same for us. Turn to the evening news any given day and you'll find a commentary concerning the state of confusion that the entire world finds itself in. Old powers are slipping while new powers emerge. Nations are no longer sure where they stand concerning their allies. The world seems to be a boundless change. This situation exists not only on a worldwide scale, but on a personal one also. Someone has deemed the modern person ...

1143. Getting and Giving

John 13:31-38

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Glenn E. Ludwig

... . The children, as children will, often quarrelled and nagged each other in ways that distressed their wise and loving parents. They often argued about who would get the larger inheritance. "Perhaps we have spoiled them," said their mother. "They are too often concerned only for themselves." "This is not a good quality for future generations," said their father. And so the parents discussed how to prepare their children to be the next rulers of the kingdom. When the children were old enough, the emperor and ...

1144. Persisting In Integrity

Job 1:1-5

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... squeezed between her teeth. She relaxed her jaw "What if I had a partner and children waiting somewhere? At least the team doesn't eat till 9 p.m. Maybe ..." She glanced at the report: "Part 3. Include Bill's concerns. That'll take hours!" Picking up a pen she settled back into her chair. Bill's concerns were outlined on the top. Her eye scanned the first line. But then she raised her head. "What's really going on? What's the real issue? Why all these last minute needs? Is it pity? I'm not married and ...

1145. Easter Joy

John 15:1-17

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Harry N. Huxhold

... has to put people down in order to lift them up. Or, God has to allow bad times to get people's attention. God's Solution The clearest evidence is that God is ready with a solution to our problems. The best evidence God has given to show God's concern for the human situation is what God has done in the Person of Jesus of Nazareth. In Jesus, God became one of us. God became a child. God became a boy to live with all of the problems of being juvenile. Jesus suffered through the teen years to face all ...

1146. Taking The Good With The Bad

Job 1:1-5

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John A. Stroman

... cookouts and invite their sisters to come share in the good food, drink, and fellowship. Following their days of feast and celebration Job would rise early in the morning and sacrifice a burnt offering unto the Lord on the behalf of each of them. He did this because he was concerned that possibly one of his children might have cursed God and he wanted to make atonement for any sin they might have committed. In other words, Job was covering his tracks or, I should say, those of his children. Because of his ...

1147. Expanding The Boundaries

Ruth 3:1-18

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John A. Stroman

... aspects of the grace of God. A non-Israelite woman, considered to be foreign, unclean, and ungodly, helps to make it possible for the boundaries of God's kingdom to be expanded so as to include all people. There are no territorial boundaries to God's love and concern. Jacob, after he awakens from his dream of the ladder, looks back on his experience and declares, "Surely God is in this place and I did not know it." He had narrowed the limits on the territory where God could care for him and now God pushes ...

1148. What's In It For Me?

Mark 10:35-45

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Steven E. Albertin

... your right to get even. To forgive is to die a little. To forgive is not to demand your "pound of flesh." To forgive is to drink the cup. To forgive is to be baptized with Jesus' baptism. It is so difficult for congregations in this world not to be concerned about their own survival. It is so difficult to be a servant, to give the life of the congregation away for the sake of the world, when there are bills to pay and salaries to make. One of our local pastors once shared with me a story of an experience ...

1149. Miracle Three: Healing A Leper

Mark 1:40-45

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Harold H. Lentz

... . But when Christ touches us, we respond affirmatively to such needs. That same touch or influence can strengthen our resolve to resist whatever temptations assail us to live for ourselves alone, strengthening our resolve to live instead as one of God's concerned people. Christ's touch can change a personality. It can make us meet life bravely, freeing us from fear of unacceptance, anxiety about what tomorrow might bring, and even fear of death. Through him we can become fearless, happy individuals who meet ...

1150. Miracle Five: Healing A Withered Hand

Mark 3:1-6

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Harold H. Lentz

... the people with false doctrine. Jesus knew that they were there in order to catch him in some wrongful act or statement, but he did flinch. He called the man forward. Jesus was fully aware that his action went contrary to the interpretation of Jewish law concerning the Sabbath. He knew that such laws were exceedingly strict. Even use of medical knowledge was against the law unless it was deemed necessary to save a human life. A broken bone could not be set. A cut could not be bandaged. No ointment could be ...

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