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1526. Light From And For The East

Matthew 2:1-12

Sermon

Mark Radecke

... the single most riveting feature of Christianity is Christ! We who have been reared in the faith -- and in a culture that thinks it is familiar with Jesus -- sometimes lose sight of the fact that Jesus truly is an intriguing, captivating and fascinating character. That should be no surprise, for he is God's unique bringer of salvation for all humankind. Though such Christian claims may be offensive to some, it is the offense of particularity, the gospel's scandalous message that God wills the salvation of ...

1527. Running Around The Empty Tomb

John 20:1-9

Sermon

Thomas Long

... wager on the impossible possibility. In one episode, a group of men are playing a variation of poker. In this game, each person is dealt several cards, some of them on the table face up and the others concealed in the hand. In one round, the main character, a man named Thomas, has been dealt a very strong hand, and he decides to bet heavily. As Thomas keeps sweetening the pot and raising the stakes, all of the other players drop out one by one, intimidated by Thomas' hand, that is, all except one player ...

1528. Praying To The Congregation

John 17:6-19

Sermon

Thomas Long

... .1 The second observation we need to make is to note a crucial distinction between two different types of praying to the congregation. Most praying to the congregation -- the adverse kind -- occurs when the one praying forgets about God, loses sight of the true character of prayer, and merely uses prayer language to mask a teachy lecture, a commercial for a church program, or a self-serving emotional pitch. The second type, the kind that we find in the Bible and in the prayer life of Jesus, is altogether ...

1529. Facing Up To Temptation

Matthew 4:1-11

Sermon

Thomas Long

... us ready, this woman who had poured herself into this play for our benefit, standing in the wings, watching and crying. Jesus was cast into the lead role in the drama of God's redemption, and the devil tempted him to change the script, improvise on the character, deny who he was called to be. But Jesus knew who he was and he trusted his Father and he never changed the script. "It is written ... It is written ... God promised ...." Like Jesus, we who are part of the church have been baptized, and the words ...

1530. Anger - Eleven Ways To Blow Up, Seven Ways To Cool Off

Matthew 5:21-26

Sermon

R. Curtis Fussell

... to prevent a blowup. Thomas Jefferson said, "When angry, count to ten before speaking, if very angry count to 100."6 But then Mark Twain said, "When angry, count to four; when very angry, swear."7 I think what Twain was referring to is what the character Charlie, Raymond's businessman brother, did in the movie Rain Man. Driving back to California Charlie learns that his business is going bankrupt, he owes $75,000, and some of his property has been confiscated. In a fit of anger he walks out into the desert ...

1531. Essential Personnel!

Matthew 4:18-22

Sermon

William B. Kincaid, III

... of children and overlooking the messes created in their celebrations. When Jesus bypasses the church on his way to eat at the house of the most disgusting person in town we are a little miffed, but not nearly as miffed as when Jesus holds that character up as a better model of faith than us. Suddenly, our excitement over being claimed as essential personnel, people that we would like to think God cannot do without, is tempered by the presence of people who all our lives we have not only shunned, but ...

1532. Who Is Jesus?

Matthew 16:13-20

Illustration

John R. Brokhoff

... According to this position, Jesus is 100 percent human. It was held as early as the first centuries of Christianity by the Ebionites. They denied that Jesus was divine. He was only a teacher, prophet, miracle-man, and one with an outstanding character. But he was not divine, the Son of God. Today this view is held by many, including atheists, agnostics, Unitarians, Jews, Moslems, and other non-Christian religions. 2. The All-Divine Jesus Divine Opposite the Ebionites, Docetists held that Jesus was entirely ...

1533. The Honor Of A Limp

Genesis 32:22-32

Sermon

... is also grasped by him; hence the name Jacob, which in Hebrew means "heel grabber" or "overreacher." The story of Jacob is the story of struggle in life before God, who both blesses us and gives us the space to make our lives blessed. This is the character of Jacob. And the passage before us gives him credit for being a person who knows how to act in ways that ensure the blessings of life and God. Our story begins many years earlier when Jacob had stolen Esau's birthright. This birthright was a blessing ...

1534. Do You Not Care If We Parish

Mark 4:35-41, Psalm 50:1-23

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Harold H. Lentz

God indeed cares, and sent his Son to keep us from perishing because of our sins. The story is told of an ancient king who dearly loved his son but wanted him to grow in character by facing up to life's hardships. So he sent him out into life to meet whatever troubles might come his way. The young man thought he was alone and grew with each difficulty he met. He did not know that his father's love had caused the king to ...

1535. Easter 3

1 Peter 1:13-2:3, Acts 2:42-47, Luke 24:13-35

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... to one another. They freely gave of their time, talents and treasure because they all belonged to God through Jesus Christ, who had redeemed them from the power of sin. Some people are too cynical and selfish to feel the common bond with other humans. We see such a character in the person of the king, in the Wizard of Id comic strip. The king is departing Easter services at the village church and the Padre asks him how he liked the sermon (The topic on the bulletin board is "He Is Risen"). King "It's a good ...

1536. Easter 7

Jn 17:1-11 · Acts 1:1-14 · 1 Pet 4:12-19, 5:6-11 · Ps 68 · Ps 27 · Ps 47

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... enjoins: "Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you" (v. 7). We forget that caring is not synonymous with sheltering. If we have children, we sometimes have to let them take their knocks. It's part of the learning and character building process. The same applies to our relationship with God. The 11th Commandment. Years ago, a young woman asked me, "Hey, Pastor, you know what the 11th commandment is?" "No," I responded. She retorted: "Thou shalt not sweat it." Peter is saying something similar ...

1537. Epiphany 4

1 Corinthians 1:18--2:5, Micah 6:1-8, Matthew 5:1-12

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... which belies it original offensiveness. It was an odious blasphemy according to Jewish thinking that the Messiah should meet such an ignominious end. The gospel, as we have often presented it, is pabulum; it has been stripped of its scandalous and offensive character in our attempt to be all things to all people. Not that the church is free of scandal. There is sometimes the scarlet scandal of immorality. Pastors and other church leaders sometimes cause scandal through a wrongful use of their sexuality or ...

1538. Epiphany 7

Mt 5:38-48 · 1 Cor 3:10-11, 16-23 · Lev 19:1-2, 9-18 · Ps 119:33-40 · Ps 71 · Ps 62

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... . Children learn by emulating their parents or those in authority over them. It is said, "He's a chip off the old block," because he looks and acts like one of his parents. Sometimes children are named after parents or grandparents in hopes that the character and traits inherent in the parent or grandparent will rub off on the child. God is gracious, kind, forgiving, just, and merciful. So, if we belong to the Lord, we will manifest those same characteristics. Of course, none of us is perfect (fully mature ...

1539. Lent 1

Mt 4:1-11 · Rom 5:12-21 · Gen 2:7 - 3:7 · Ps 32

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... of the sheriff. The plot is classic western. This little town is controlled by a marauding band of outlaws, who have their way because the people are paralyzed with fear. The bulk of the movie is devoted to the largely losing struggle, which Cooper's character has, to convince the townspeople to join him in taking a stand against the bandits. The ultimate confrontation between good and evil occurs at noon, high noon, but I won't tell you the outcome. Our Lord went unaccompanied into the desert to duel with ...

1540. Lent 3

John 4:1-26, Exodus 17:1-7, Romans 5:1-11, John 4:27-38, John 4:39-42, Isaiah 42:18-25

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... brings. That's why he leads with the word "therefore." What are those gifts that fall from our justification? We have access to God's grace (v. 2a). We rejoice in the prospect of sharing the glory of God (v. 2b). We rejoice in our suffering because it produces endurance, character and hope (vv. 3-4). Finally, God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit (v. 5). Gospel: John 4:5-42 (C, RC); John 4:5-26 (27-38) 39-42 (E) Jesus confronts the Samaritan woman by the well and in so doing ...

1541. Lent 4

Matthew 20:20-28, Matthew 20:17-19, John 9:35-41, John 9:13-34, Romans 8:1-17, Ephesians 4:17--5:21, 1 Samuel 16:1-13, John 9:1-12

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... of God is the one who is the most dedicated servant. THEOLOGICAL REFLECTIONS Note: Most of the appointed lessons for this day connect on the theme of seeing and perceiving. In 1 Samuel 16:1-13, God helps Samuel to see beyond the exterior and be a good judge of character. This enables him to pick the right man to replace Saul. In Ephesians 5:8-14, Paul reminds us that we are light in the Lord. No one can see without the light. In Matthew 20:17-28, the disciples are unable to see the true nature of the ...

1542. Maundy Thursday

Lk 22:14-30 · Jn 13:1-17, 31b-35 · 1 Cor 11:17-32 · Ex 12:1-14 · Ps 116

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... ). At all times we must be willing to be the servants of the Lord. The Gospel of John shows Jesus to be one who knew who he was. This knowledge gave him the security to step outside his expected role and be the servant. Eric Liddell, the heroic character in the movie Chariots Of Fire was also a person of power that derived from a clear image of who he was. He was scheduled to race in the Olympiad on Sunday but refused, based on his Christian principles. He believed that Sunday was the day to worship and ...

1543. Proper 16 & Pentecost 14

Matthew 16:13-20, Exodus 1:1-22, Exodus 2:1-10, Isaiah 22:1-25, Isaiah 51:1-16, Romans 11:33-36

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... 6:2-8 I am the Lord. God disclosed himself as the same God who appeared to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob but now he reveals himself by another name (YHWH), the Lord. A kind of progressive revelation perhaps. As God reveals his name, he reveals something of his character. If we are to know God, we too must know him and worship him as Lord. Epistle: Romans 12:1-8 See Lesson 2 for Proper 17 Epistle: Romans 11:33-36 God is an unsolved mystery. In much of contemporary Protestantism there is a penchant for explaining ...

1544. Proper 17

Exodus 3:1-22, Jeremiah 15:15-21; 20:7-18, Matthew 16:21-28, Romans 12:1-8

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... put him at cross purposes with his disciples (v. 22) 4. Are we dedicated to the cross of Christ or are we at cross purposes with him? The movie, Forrest Gump, starring Tom Hanks, is a study on the topic of purpose and destiny. Forrest Gump, the main character in the movie, was born mentally deficient. Yet most everything in his life seemed to fall into place. As a boy, he had to wear braces on his legs, but when he was chased one day by his tormentors, the braces suddenly fell free and he could run like ...

1545. Proper 18

Romans 13:8-14, Romans 13:1-7, Ezekiel 33:1-20, Exodus 12:1-30, Matthew 18:15-20

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... authority by force. Secondly, authority cannot be given. A company can give its president all the trappings of power and authority a fancy office, limousine, and so forth but this does not bestow authority on him. Thirdly, authority springs from character and integrity. Because of dishonest dealings, citizens withhold authority from elected officials. The most important source of authority is saved for last. Quite simply, God is the locus of all authority, being the Author of all things. WORSHIP RESOURCES ...

1546. Proper 25

Exodus 22:16-31, Leviticus 19:1-37, Deuteronomy 34:1-12, Matthew 22:34-46, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10; 2:1-16

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... the neighbor 4. Jesus gives us his Spirit to enable us to love God from our hearts. In the movie, City Slickers, Billy Crystal and two of his middle-aged friends find a new lease on life at a dude ranch. At this point in life, Billy's character is not deriving much joy out of his job and views his life and future in tones of grey. Curley, played by Jack Palance, is a seasoned, old cowpoke who becomes a mentor for Billy. Under his direction, Billy is compelled to deliver a calf. Curley offers the benefit ...

1547. Justified By Greed: Biography of a Pharisee

Micah 5:1-4, Zechariah 9:9-13, Isaiah 9:1-7, Matthew 27:45-56, Mark 15:33-41, Luke 23:44-49

Drama

Lynda Pujad

... destroy our system. He would never cooperate with us or yield to our authority. He crossed social barriers, which was totally wrong. People must stay in their place, as we Pharisees must stay in ours. For example, he talked to a woman of questionable character in Samaria. Jews don't associate with Samaritans, let alone women. Then, this socially unacceptable woman went all over her village declaring that he was the promised Messiah. That's not rational. No Messiah would come to a woman alone and talk to her ...

1548. DNA and SIN

Romans 7:7-25

Illustration

George Murphy

Augustine thought that original sin was transmitted to the child through the sexual act, but the idea that it has such a genetic character is difficult for us to make sense of today. (It also lacks scriptural basis, unless one forces Psalm 51:6.) It may be more helpful to use an ecological metaphor. We cannot fully understand living organisms without their environment, and we cannot fully understand a human being except as part ...

1549. The Wisemen

Sermon

Jerry Eckert

... it. The people were 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 ...

1550. Jacob And The Night Wrestler

Sermon

Jerry Eckert

... about Jacob lent itself as a short story when I didit. Since then, I have come to see it as a radio drama, notunlike those frequently heard in the '40s and '50s in whichthe hero narrates and has some dialogue with a limitednumber of other characters. Sound effects would be nice andcould be handled by a creative team working on this story. Those who study the biblical story closely will realizeI have taken some liberties, as most storytellers do. But Ihope that in doing so, I have not detracted from how ...

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