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1251. Proper 26

2 Thessalonians 1:1-12, Habakkuk 2:2-20, Habakkuk 1:1-4, Luke 19:1-10

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John R. Brokhoff

... of a certain area and had employees to collect taxes. Probably he received his cut for all the taxes they collected. As a result he was a wealthy man. To be a publican was to be a traitor to one's country, because he was taking money for the support of the conqueror who had enslaved the nation. We can understand why the people "murmured" when they saw Jesus go as a guest in Zacchaeus' home and probably had a meal with him. 2. Sought (v. 3). Zacchaeus was curious about Jesus, for he had heard many stories ...

1252. Proper 28

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

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John R. Brokhoff

... 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 to support him and his ministry. Gospel: Luke 21:5-19 Jesus describes the end and urges endurance in suffering. Today's gospel lesson is Luke's version of Mark's little apocalypse. Jesus describes the end. For one thing false prophets will claim that the Parousia is ...

1253. Proper 7

1 Ki 19:1-18 · Lk 8:26-39 · Gal 3:23-29

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John R. Brokhoff

... his way to Mount Horeb. To understand this pericope, we need to get the background in chapter 18. On Mount Carmel, Elijah calls down fire from heaven to prove that Yahweh is the only true God. This is followed by his slaughter of the 450 prophets of Baal supported by King Ahab and Queen Jezebel who sends a messenger to Elijah to tell him that within 24 hours she will have his life. Scared to death Elijah flees to Beersheba and to the wilderness out of the reach of Jezebel. Under a broom tree alone, he sits ...

1254. Trinity Sunday

Romans 5:1-11, Proverbs 8:1-36, John 16:5-16

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John R. Brokhoff

... with men. Accordingly, we are trying to remove sexist language in the Bible and in other religious literature. Some want to refer to God as "mother." In this pericope, wisdom is a female person who is with God at the time of creation. This sermon is not necessarily in support of the current women's movement but is to show that God's creation was wise. Outline: What the lady of wisdom saw a. God can make something out of your nothingness vv. 23-26. b. By virtue of his creation, this is our Father's world vv ...

1255. A Time To Die

Ecclesiastes 3:1-22

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Barbara G. Schmitz

... is a time to weep, a time to mourn, a time to lose, as the author of Ecclesiastes described. A time to die in the season of death. Yes, we acknowledge and struggle to accept the pain of this loss. In the days ahead we will look to God to support us in our grief, to help us live each day. I encourage you to claim the promise of the book of Lamentations, that The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is [God's] faithfulness. (Lamentations ...

1256. Epiphany

Matthew 2:1-12, Ephesians 3:1-13, Psalm 72:1-20, Isaiah 60:1-22

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B. David Hostetter

... with the radiance of the sun. In such visions that lighten our darkness, we are overjoyed like the Magi in seeing the star. Amen. Prayer of Dedication Gold, frankincense and myrrh are not our gifts but what we have is yours to use, O Christ, in the support of your church and in the service of others. Amen. Psalm 72: 1-7, 10-14 Give the king your justice, O God,and your righteousness to a king's son. May he judge your people with righteousness, and your poor with justice. May the mountains yield prosperity ...

1257. Epiphany 9

Luke 7:1-10, Galatians 1:1-10, Psalm 96:1-13, 1 Kings 8:22-61

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B. David Hostetter

... in every house of prayer for you are one God for one people, your people. Amen. PRAYER OF DEDICATION God of the church, you keep covenant with your people and steadfast love for your servants who walk before you with all their heart. Receive the offerings we bring in support of this house of prayer that all the people of this community may know your name and worship you, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. PSALM 96:1-9 O sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth. Sing to the LORD, bless ...

1258. Proper 24

Luke 18:1-8, Psalm 119:1-176

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B. David Hostetter

... In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Exhortation Keep on praying and never lose heart. Prayer of the Day Invigorating Spirit, strengthen us in the faith. Instruct our minds with the written word and enlarge our vocabulary, to speak it with conviction, to give support to all who are wavering, to challenge all who doubt. Amen. Prayer of Thanksgiving Guardian of Israel, Savior of the Church, we rejoice in your constant care. You have created a world that is magnificent, not without danger and excitement, but also ...

1259. Proper 26

Luke 19:1-10, Psalm 119:1-176

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B. David Hostetter

... and thanksgiving we give to you, God of Abraham and Sarah, God of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, God of all the nations. Amen. Prayer of Dedication Head of the church, we may not be rich enough to give half of what we have to charity, but we share the support of the church with other members. Grant us faith and an unselfish spirit that we may give a generous portion of what we have to others through your church and ours. Amen. Psalm 119:137-144 You are righteous, O LORD, and your judgments are right. You have ...

1260. Thanksgiving Day

Deuteronomy 26:1-15, John 6:25-59, Philippians 4:2-9, Psalm 100:1-5

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B. David Hostetter

... in mind. Universal thanksgiving to you, O God. Amen. PRAYER OF DEDICATION Not many of us, God of providence, produce what we can bring to you in a basket, but our financial gifts are also the fruit of our labors and we join with our neighbors in the support of this house of prayer. Receive whatever we bring through Jesus Christ your greatest gift to us. Amen. PSALM 100:1-5 Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come into his presence with singing. Know that the LORD ...

1261. Advent 4

Luke 1:46-56, Luke 1:39-45

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Dennis Koch

... who considered themselves to be rich, strong and powerful. Your ways are beyond our understanding and often represent a reversal of the way we would do business. When Mary and Elizabeth were brought together under the guidance of your Holy Spirit, they received support and strength from one another. We praise you for your goodness and for your steadfast love throughout the ages. Guide us to a deeper level of commitment to your kingdom. Break into the fortress of our hearts and dissolve our resistance to ...

1262. Lent 1

Luke 4:1-13

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Dennis Koch

Gospel Note The devil's temptation of Jesus in the desert, as depicted by Luke, is a veritable "battle of the Titans," each of whom rallies Scripture to support his case. In the end, the devil departs "until an opportune time" (which for Luke means the pre-Passion period), having been put off by Jesus' single-minded commitment to his mission and ministry. Liturgical Color Purple Suggested Hymns A Mighty Fortress Is Our God God The Father, Be Our ...

1263. Proper 11

Luke 10:38-42

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Dennis Koch

... . It is important to take the time to be together as a family, while the family is still around. It is important to celebrate those special occasions as they come along because one never knows what is ahead. It is important to listen for subtle cries for help, assurance and support. As time goes by, we become more aware that relationships are very precious indeed. Keep us focused on what is important, Lord. Amen.

1264. Proper 28

Luke 21:5-38

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Dennis Koch

... , endings can be terrifying! The unknown and the unfamiliar can create a lot of anxiety in our hearts and minds. Give us the assurance and the confidence that every beginning and every ending takes place under your watchful eye. We are never alone. We are never without access to your support. We are never without hope. Grant us the vision to see that, by your grace, every ending becomes an opportunity for a new beginning. Amen.

1265. What Do You Do When Life Ain't Fair?

Genesis 29:15-30

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Steve Burt

... it, branch by branch by branch. In Burlington, Vermont, there's an organization called Vermont Cares, a non-profit volunteer network created to help people with HIV/AIDS and their families and friends to get the physical, financial and emotional support they need. But there have been difficulties since its beginnings -- funding difficulties, prejudice, hatemongers and fearmongers stirring up the community against it, acts of vandalism. What appeared at first to be its death knell came in the spring of 1994 ...

1266. Need Help Removing That Roadblock?

Exodus 13:17--14:31

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Steve Burt

... to break free. It's harder than swimming upstream. Consider this roadblock. Our American society is built on the ideals of success, social achievement, monetary success and security. Society pushes us to set aside dreams in order to "get a good-paying job so you can support your family ... so you can be secure in retirement ... so you'll be viewed as a respectable member of the community." God help you if you want to be a potter, a painter, a clown, because then you'll hear subtle and not-so-subtle messages ...

1267. Spirit-anointed Son Of God The Father

John 1:29-34

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Mark Radecke

... in a mantle of religious righteousness. They decry any attempt to use God as a prop to buttress the wall that holds women back from full and essential partnership in the world and in the church. In these endeavors, they deserve the full cooperation and prayerful support of all believers. But when they implicate the Trinity and indict the name of the Triune God in these high crimes and misdemeanors, then Christian love and a passion for the Truth requires that we say, "You have gone too far." For it is not ...

1268. Praying To The Congregation

John 17:6-19

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Thomas Long

According to legend, a certain West Coast radio evangelist would customarily close his broadcasts by praying over the air, "O God, we ask that today you would touch the hearts of those in 'Radioland' to support this worldwide ministry. We pray that you would move them mightily to send offerings of love, and to send them to Post Office Box 345, Pasadena, California." Though he was particularly crass about it, this minister was actually committing a fairly common mistake in worship leadership -- praying to ...

1269. Loving Jesus, Hating The Church

John 9:35-41

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Thomas Long

... , found by the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep. So, we sit in the pews and open our hymnals to sing God's praise; we stand to recite the creed and we join the inquirer's class to learn something about what we are saying; we support the programs of the church and even fill out a pledge card. We do these things not because we think we have the truth of God all figured out; we do these things because these are the ways God's people "create space for God." We do these things because ...

1270. Envy - Where Is The Grass Greener?

Gn 4:1-26, Mt 20:1-16, Philip 4:10-20

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R. Curtis Fussell

... envy, someone we think is better or has more than we do. A man sells his business and pockets several million dollars. Someone says, "Roger has all that money, but he spends it only on himself. If I had millions, I would share it with the entire family, support charitable causes in all kinds of places. My money would help people. But Roger doesn't do any of that, he's so greedy and selfish." Envy reduces us to assassinating someone's character. Roger may have more money, but we can argue that we are morally ...

1271. Greed - Putting Things In Their Proper Perspective

Matthew 6:25-34

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R. Curtis Fussell

... , he saw that the love for money created people who would do almost anything to have more and more, and let no one stand in their way, not friends, not family, not even God. Of course, the craving for money is encouraged, supported, and promoted everywhere. Interestingly, it is illegal to be addicted to marijuana, cocaine, heroin, and other drugs. But addiction to television, shopping malls, outlet stores and the lottery is considered acceptable behavior as well as encouraged.3 For a number of years ...

1272. How Unexpected Can Christmas Be?

Matthew 24:36-51

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William B. Kincaid, III

... we shouldn't be too surprised if some voice calls us to an even greater generosity on behalf of the suffering of the world. We shouldn't be too taken aback if we are tapped on the shoulder and directed toward some worthwhile community project that needs our support. We shouldn't be too startled if we begin noticing things that just aren't right and go to work to change them to benefit other people. We shouldn't be too alarmed if we find ourselves being led to develop a deeper spiritual center for our lives ...

1273. Room For Questions

Matthew 11:2-11

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William B. Kincaid, III

... characters. We remember Peter's denial of Jesus, but forget his powerful preaching recorded in the book of Acts. Or, we remember how women came to Jesus for help from time to time, but forget how Jesus depended on the women for financial support and to announce the news of the resurrection. We remember David's tryst with Bathsheba, but forget his courage and leadership in other instances. The temptation, especially in a culture that conditions us to remember the worst about people, is to remember the ...

1274. And Then Came The Angel

Matthew 1:18-25

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William B. Kincaid, III

... East than they ever wanted to know, Teresa waited for her sixteenth birthday present. Most every family had a member or a close friend who had either been called to the Persian Gulf or was on stand-by, waiting to be called. People lived in the tension between supporting a nation's troops and holding on to their loved ones. Some questioned the wisdom and motives of Desert Shield and Desert Storm. Others just prayed. Teresa knew she wasn't going to get a red and white truck, but it was still fun to ask. It ...

1275. The Lamb of God

John 1:29-34

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William B. Kincaid, III

... . We may not be able to find a telephone number to call if we have a problem with a health insurance claim, but when a proposal is on the table to revamp the healthcare system we can bet the insurance companies will be calling us for our support. Everyone wants more facilities to treat troubled children, but when one comes to our neighborhood and threatens to lower our property taxes, we may not favor the facility as much as we once thought we did. It is hard to stomach the fact that not everybody wants ...

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