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1726. James 3:13-18

James 3:13-18

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Leonard Sweet

... he holds to be harmful to a community. Not all powerful, dynamic leaders are beneficial to the whole. With examples like that of the church at Corinth probably known to him, James is acutely aware that it is possible for "spirit-inspired" charismatic leaders to cause division and animosity within a Christbody community. The first vice James identifies is "envy" or "jealousy" (or perhaps better yet, "harsh zeal" or "rivalry"). Coupled with "selfish ambition," James deems this attitude uniquely destructive ...

1727. Genesis 11:1-9

Genesis 11:1-9

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Leonard Sweet

... 25-27, where Jesus continues to reassure his followers that their Advocate, or Helper, will come to be with them. The divine will once again descend to the earth to be with humanity in this new form. Jesus emphasizes the active role this Spirit will take, teaching anew and reiterating the words Jesus spoke while on earth so that the good works that accompany these words may continually be re-enacted. Still addressing his disciples' fears and anxieties, Jesus once more speaks specifically of the consolation ...

1728. Ephesians 1:11-23

Ephesians 1:11-23

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Leonard Sweet

... nature of that power as it was made effective in the person of Christ. Christ's power put him far and away above all puny human sources of power. The phrase "every name that is named" refers to the host of names of demons, gods and spirits that could be uttered to ward off danger from other threatening powers. As the Gospels demonstrate, exorcising evil powers by invoking the name of one more powerful was a common practice in this culture, and here Christ's pre-eminence among all possible names is clearly ...

1729. Mark 1:21-28

Mark 1:21-28

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Leonard Sweet

... comfortable parameters of biblical exhortation, then his words would surely have stirred up the sleepy congregation at Capernaum. Just how deep the stirring became evident when, on this first venture into his public ministry, Jesus was confronted by a frightened "unclean spirit." Terrified of a new word from God, this demonic being had thus far been able to live nicely in the comfortable status quo of the synagogue. Fear of this new authoritative voice calling for a fresh interpretation of a faithful life ...

1730. James 3:13-18

James 3:13-18

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Leonard Sweet

1731. Ephesians 1:11-23

Ephesians 1:11-23

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Leonard Sweet

1732. 1 John 5:9-13

1 John 5:9-13

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Leonard Sweet

... to be squeamish about focusing on the physical evidences of God's redemptive work through the Son. But if we would understand and take seriously that "this is the testimony of God that he has testified to his Son," we must accept not only the witness of the Holy Spirit and the risen Christ, but that of a Jesus dunked in a river and nailed to a cross for our sake as well. The various human responses to the proclamation in verse 9 is the focus of verses 10-12. In the face of this divine witness, what is ...

1733. Ephesians 6:10-20

Ephesians 6:10-20

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Leonard Sweet

... that confronts Christians is in the here and now, the "present darkness" and not some distant future. Yet this encounter is not with human beings, for even the world rulers mentioned here should be understood in slightly Gnostic terms as dark spirits who have made both this world and the "heavenly places" potential regions for their dominion. Having revealed the frighteningly powerful forces that oppose the faithful, the writer once again urges his reader to take full advantage of the protection God offers ...

1734. Mother Church

Acts 2:1-13

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Mike Ripski

... poured out on all flesh for the sake of God’s new creation. It would be poured out on the young as well as the old, women as well as men, slaves as well as free. An odd assortment of Jesus disciples, due to the gift of the Holy Spirit, became the catalyst for witness in word and deed to what Jesus called the Kingdom of God on earth. That inspired assembly of believers came to be called the church. The New Testament is the account of the “church experiment.” For 2000 years believers like you and I have ...

1735. Easter 2

Acts 4:32-37, 1 John 1:5--2:14, John 20:19-23, John 20:24-31

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John R. Brokhoff

... as the crucified one, comforts them with his presence, commissions them to go into the world, and gives them the Spirit. Here is John's great commission and Pentecost. Since Thomas was absent, the risen Lord must still deal with him ... loneliness. Christianity is a fellowship of God and believers. The church is a fellowship of saints. We have the fellowship of the Holy Spirit. At the altar rail we kneel to have fellowship with Christ through bread and wine. This fellowship is based on reconciliation with ...

1736. Easter 5

Acts 8:26-40, 1 John 4:7-21, John 15:1-17

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John R. Brokhoff

... does the fruit result. What is this fruit? It is what the vine offers through the branches the fruit of his being, his Spirit. It is the fruit of love, truth and goodness. When this fruit of a Christian appears, God is glorified, the world sees ... for Christ. The principles and methods used by Philip are still applicable to our day. Outline: To win a person for Christ – a. Obey the Spirit to go to the unchurched vv. 26, 29. b. Make the proper approach v. 30. c. Share the good news v. 35. d. Follow through ...

1737. Christ The King

2 Samuel 23:1-7, Revelation 1:4-8, John 18:28-40

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John R. Brokhoff

... to the truth the truth of God's love for a fallen humanity. Old Testament: 2 Samuel 23:1-7 1. Oracle (v. 1). What follows in this pericope is called an "oracle," "the oracle of David." What an oracle is can be found in the following verse, "The Spirit of the Lord speaks to me, his word is upon my tongue." God speaks to us through an intermediary, a spokesperson who speaks in behalf of God. To be God's mouthpiece is a high privilege and a heavy responsibility. And who today speaks for God? Anyone who teaches ...

1738. Epiphany 4

Mark 1:21-28, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Deuteronomy 18:14-22

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John R. Brokhoff

... God and man. WORSHIP RESOURCES Psalm Of The Day: Psalm 111 "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." (v. 10); Psalm 1 (L) Prayer Of The Day: "O God, you know that we cannot withstand the dangers which surround us. Strengthen us in body and spirit so that, with your help, we may be able to overcome the weakness that our sin has brought upon us." Hymn Of The Day: "Dear Christians, One And All, Rejoice" Theme Of The Day: The Nature Of Authority Gospel The authority of identity who you are. Lesson 1 ...

1739. Proper 19

Psalm 19:1-14, Proverbs 1:20-33, Mark 8:27-38, James 3:1-12

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B. David Hostetter

... leaders of governments at every level an enlarged view of what serves the common good and what is of advantage only to the few that the greatest benefit for all may be their conscious choice. Give us wisdom in our relationships with those who are sick in body, mind, or spirit that we may do for them what is helpful, encourage them in what they can do for themselves, and commit to you what is beyond our doing. In life and in death we are yours, O God, and you are able to keep us from falling, and to make us ...

1740. Christ the King

2 Samuel 23:1-7, Psalm 132:1-18, John 18:33-37, Revelation 1:4-8

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B. David Hostetter

... —The final words of King David are full of hope for the future. 2 Samuel 23:1-7 Second Lesson—Not a kingdom of military power but a kingdom of priests is envisioned by John on Patmos. Revelation 1:4b-8 Gospel—The ruler of the realm of the Spirit defends himself before a ruler of this evil world. John 18:33-37 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: And also with you. Leader: Holiness is the beauty of God’s temple while time shall last. People: We worship ...

1741. Lent 5

Psalm 51:1-19, Jeremiah 31:31-34, John 12:20-33, Hebrews 5:5-10

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B. David Hostetter

... the prince of this world from strongholds in and around us, that being freed from the hold of evil we may be drawn to you and glorify your name and the name of the One who sent you. Amen PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING God of justice, delivering champion, purifying Spirit, you give us joy in remembering our deliverance from the power of the evil one through the victory of Christ and the Cross. You have not driven us from you, but created pure hearts within us that we might remain near you. We will sing the praise of ...

1742. Christmas 1

Psalm 148:1-14, Isaiah 61:10--62:3, Luke 2:21-40, Galatians 4:4-7

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B. David Hostetter

... offerings in thanksgiving for the salvation you have brought us through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Savior. Amen PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION AND COMMEMORATION God of ____ and ____ [the year that is passing and the year that is opening], Christ of old and of today, Eternal Spirit, hear our prayers for our families as we come to the final days of the old year and prepare to turn the calendar of the new. Whether we are counting the days until we reach retirement age or the next job review and the possibility of ...

1743. Advent 4

2 Samuel 7:1-17, Psalm 89:1-4, Luke 1:26-38, Romans 16:1-27

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B. David Hostetter

... birth of the Son of God, the son of David, the son of Mary, Jesus of Nazareth, known as Joseph’s son. We worship you, God the sender. We worship you, Jesus, the sent One, Son of the most high and son of the most humble. We worship you, Holy Spirit, God in touch with our humanity. Glory be to God in heaven and earth. Amen PRAYER OF DEDICATION The most majestic music is not an adequate gift of adoration to you and yet you hear the simplest song. The most precious gift is beneath your notice and yet you ...

1744. Seventh Sunday of Easter

1 John 5:1-12, Acts 1:12-26, Psalm 1:1-6, John 17:6-19

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B. David Hostetter

... been ashamed to confess the name of Christ and denied the power of that name to cleanse us from the defilement of sin and to keep us from further exposure to the evil one who would lead us astray. Deliver us from evil through the power of the Spirit imparted to us in Christ’s name. Amen Declaration of Pardon Pastor: Friends, hear the good news! God loved us by sending his Son as the remedy for the defilement of our sins. People: We receive God’s Son as the remedy for the defilement of our sins. Pastor ...

1745. Palm Sunday

Mark 11:1-11, Psalm 31:1-24; 118:1-29, Isaiah 50:1-11, Philippians 2:1-11

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B. David Hostetter

... welcome the coming reign of the gentle Giant who blesses children, but conquers evil as our champion. Hallowed be the name of Jesus, your anointed One, and the One we choose to follow. Glory to God in the highest. Glory to God in the lowest. Glory to the Spirit who lives in us. Amen PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING What a stake you have struck into the earth, O God! What a gruesome but gracious tree you have planted on Calvary! How can we find the words to express our thanksgiving for the gush of life that flows from ...

1746. Christmas Eve and Day

Psalm 96:1-13, Isaiah 9:1-7, Luke 2:1-14 (15-20), Titus 2:1-15

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B. David Hostetter

... of God that takes away the sin of the world. For his obedience to your saving purpose we are thankful. That you become involved in the sin and suffering of our world, we are astonished. That you continue to draw us together as your flock by the Spirit we are comforted. Amen. PRAYER OF DEDICATION Not often enough, O God, do we offer you the gift of our silence, in adoration, in attentiveness, in anticipation of your directions. Receive us in this solemn moment, and in such times of silence as we find for you ...

1747. Proper 14

Psalm 50:1-23, Isaiah 1:1-31, Luke 12:32-40, Hebrews 11:1-40

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B. David Hostetter

... Sarah who have followed your leading without knowing your destiny for them. We would give thanks by our daily work as well as by our Sunday liturgy. Praise to you, God of Sarah and Abraham. Praise to you, Son of Mary, Son of God. Praise to you, Spirit eternal, without beginning, without end. Amen. PRAYER OF DEDICATION Lord of the church, we bring our offerings Sunday by Sunday to keep the work of the church going steadily on, lest you come and find us not at our work and not prepared for your return. Amen ...

1748. Proper 21

Psalm 91:1-16, Jeremiah 32:1-44, Luke 16:19-31, 1 Timothy 6:6-19

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B. David Hostetter

... to your majesty in both power and compassion, immortal Sovereign. Your love in the princely Christ encourages our audience, and your Spirit’s inspiration enables our worship. Receive us in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. PRAYER OF CONFESSION All-Seeing God, too ... of our loved ones whom you have received into the home of the blessed. Dust they were and to dust have returned but their spirits are alive and at home with you beyond our sight. Take us at the last out of all suffering and sorrow to your joyful ...

1749. Proper 22

Lamentations 1:1-6, Lamentations 3:19-26, Luke 17:5-10, 2 Timothy 1:1-14

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B. David Hostetter

... Son, Jesus Christ. Let all members of the church make it evident by their faithful worship and good work that your church is one family everywhere in the world. Enable all who preach and teach and share their faith to do so with the integrity and zeal the Spirit inspires. Refresh our commitment to you with the bread you sent from heaven and the cup of the new covenant so that we may not become weary in well doing. God of martyrs and saints, save your people who live in lands where your church is persecuted ...

1750. Proper 23

Psalm 66:1-20, Jeremiah 29:1, 4-7, Luke 17:11-19, 2 Timothy 2:8-15

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B. David Hostetter

... you. Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change, who has received into unending peace so many of your faithful people, we give thanks for them and your brightness that was reflected from them in their life with us. Replenish our spirits by your Spirit that our lamps also may shine in this dark world until we too are taken to the land where there is no night of evil but speechless glory. To you Light of heaven, to you Light who came into the world, to you Light in the church ...

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