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1851. "Ascribe To The Lord The Glory Due His Name ..."

Sermon

John N. Brittain

... to think about all this it is no surprise that much of what goes on in modern churches and religious groups, including what we often call "worship," is not worship in the biblical sense, but something else which may, in fact, be quite useful. A lot of religious instruction goes on. Bible study groups, retreats, sermons and religious addresses on moral and theological issues, and motivational talks are all very important. The Christian faith has a content and we need to remind ourselves constantly of what ...

1852. What Kind Of Love?

1 John 4:7-21

Sermon

John N. Brittain

... we are ever in such need, similar help with be forthcoming. We are almost always drawn to acquaintances, friends, and spouses both because of who they are in themselves and because of the way they meet our needs. Sometimes we are drawn to persons quite different from ourselves to compliment our strengths and make up for our weaknesses. "Opposites attract!" people say. At other times we are drawn to those who share our interests, our outlooks, and our Christian commitment: "Oh, they're like two peas in a pod ...

1853. The Christian Journey III: The Desert

Sermon

John N. Brittain

... university was the town -- except for the grain elevator and a 25 employee factory that assembled sporting goods. I had a very cordial visit and at the end of my few days there, I was driven to the nearest airport, about three hours away. The flight was late, then quite late when a crew member came in to tell me, the sole passenger getting on the plane, that it was broken and I would have to fly out in the morning, but not to worry since the airline would put me up in the airport hotel. Everyone was very ...

1854. The Christian Journey IV: The Pool

Sermon

John N. Brittain

... water.-- Psalm 114:7-8 Of course, water is needed for our journey no matter what metaphor we use: following Jesus along the way, striving to climb the mountain, facing temptation and fear head-on in the desert. We all know that we can go without food for quite a while, but without adequate water we are soon in dire trouble. But the psalm promises that God provides a spring and a pool to meet our needs: a spring, a constant source of nurture and refreshment, and a pool, a reservoir of love and grace that our ...

1855. Fools For The Sake Of Christ

1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Sermon

John N. Brittain

... to HIV positive persons. In some ways this distinguished elder of the church looks foolish traipsing around the hinterlands, and that's the point, isn't it? You don't need national television for that kind of story. A seminary classmate of mine became quite concerned about AIDS -- and in particular the church's rejection of HIV positive persons -- after a life-long friend was infected by the virus. The congregation he served made it clear that they did not appreciate his activism on behalf of AIDS education ...

1856. Pentecost: From Confusion To Communion In Christ

Sermon

Alex Gondola

... the zoo!" "We went there yesterday," said the man. "Today we're going to the movies!" We may laugh at that story, but confusion in communication is a serious problem, isn't it? The policeman and the man in the story didn't quite understand each other, did they? And they spoke the same language. Think about how difficult communication can be between people speaking different languages and coming from different cultures. According to one estimate, there are about 4,000 different dialects and languages spoken ...

1857. Table Manners

Luke 14:1-14

Sermon

Alex Gondola

... of people to a feast. In those days, dinner parties were big events. They could go on for a week. No expense was spared. The servants were sent out with invitations to the social event of the year. Yet excuses were all they brought back. Some of the excuses were quite lame. One man said he had just bought a piece of land. Now, he had to go see it. Don't you think that's suspicious? Who buys a piece of land without checking it out first? Another man said he had just bought ten new oxen and had to ...

1858. Fulfilled, Or Just Full?

Sermon

Alex Gondola

... lecturers on the subject of worship. I've heard Willimon several times. I've always found him to be insightful and delightful. One thing that makes him so engaging and so effective is his lack of pretense and his honesty about himself. He talks quite openly about his struggles in life and his struggles with faith. Like many of us, one issue William Willimon wrestles with is his weight. Willimon knows he sometimes overeats. Hence this revealing passage in one of his books: a book on Communion ironically ...

1859. Prayers for the Sundays After Easter

Bulletin Aid

Rolland R. Reece

... future. Your Son's death on the cross must have seemed like the bitter end to his disciples. (Now we know he was revealing the true nature of your love.) Enable us to look again at what we believe to be all wrong -- on the chance that it is something quite different. It may also be that we have done the right thing and, even so, life is coming out all wrong. Perhaps there are no other alternatives. Has life played some cruel hoax on us? Watch over us, our Creator, that we don't turn to a bitterness and ...

1860. Wedding: On The Right Track (for a long-time relationship)

1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Bulletin Aid

Derl G. Keefer

... other. So they begin to share more and more of their lives with one another, from their deepest dreams and hopes to the most mundane details of everyday life. You two have learned a great deal about each other in the years you have been together. You are becoming quite a team, and all your preparation cannot help but be in your favor as you begin your marriage. But, of course, you can't stop now. The same effort you have given to getting to know each other before this day needs to be given in keeping your ...

1861. Take Some Lessons

2 Timothy 3:10--4:8

Sermon

Robert R. Kopp

... for help. He asked what I thought I was doing wrong. "If I knew that, Dad," I replied sarcastically, "I wouldn't be asking you." At that moment, my dad could have responded in kind like Sam Snead once told a student, "Lay off three weeks and then quit for good." Or as Phyllis Diller disclosed for struggling hackers, "The reason the pro tells you to keep your head down is so you can't see him laughing." Instead, he repeated the question. My dad has always been patient with his son. He reminds me of another ...

1862. Life Beside The Falls

Ezekiel 47:1-12

Sermon

David O. Bales

... . A week passed with little discussion of the daily project, then a month; however, Mildred did not say a lot about what she did for two hours in the middle of every day. The children told their friends at school and the practice seemed quite strange to us all. But Mildred wrote, wrote letters to friends, wrote poems and prayers and stories, started a drama. To her greatest liking was the essay. She wrote seven months until she decided she wanted to direct her thought through essays; because there she ...

1863. God's Gift Is For All

Acts 11:1-18

Sermon

Rodney Thomas Smothe

... compassion the needs of others. In our text today, Peter is faced with a similar situation. Criticized by believers because he entered the house of uncircumcised believers and ate with them, Peter felt compelled to share his transforming experience with his critics. Peter's vision is quite profound: I was in the city of Joppa praying, and in a trance I saw a vision. There was something like a large sheet coming down from heaven, being lowered by its four corners; and it came close to me. As I looked at it ...

1864. O Give Thanks To God

Deuteronomy 26:1-15

Sermon

Rodney Thomas Smothe

... he said, "Who told you I was here anyway?" During the course of the next several hours he had several visitors who brought flowers, gifts, cards, and unsolicited words of wisdom about staying off motorcycles. Since he was a pastor, I could tell he was quite uncomfortable with his new role as a patient. He continued to show pastoral presence as his members and staff came to visit with the one from whom they had been accustomed to receiving comfort and consolation. Finally in a moment when we were alone, he ...

1865. Christmas Letters

Drama

Karren Boehr

... real I could hardly breathe. And you even knew my attitude. Not good! You knew I just went caroling with the group because I wanted to hang out, certainly not to spread Christmas cheer. (Sighs) You and I haven't had a whole lot to do with each other for quite a while. Hey, I'm young. I've got places to go, things to do. (Pauses in wonderment and disbelief) And I was standing in the back sort of mouthing "Silent Night," and you hit me with a brick. Your presence was all over the snow, in the air and ...

1866. A Widow's Plight

Luke 18:1-8

Drama

Karren Boehr

... , and my problem only becomes worse! Someone must defend me against those who would devour me. You must take my case before my family and I perish. (Falls to her knees still hanging on to him) 1ST JUDGE: (Rudely tries to shake the WOMAN off his arm, quite irritated. Raises voice) Woman, I told you weeks ago my schedule is full! You know I have no time to represent such simple cases in court. You will need to find another judge. (Both JUDGES begin walking off left front) WOMAN: (Still on knees, calls after ...

1867. It Used To Be The Two-Bottom Plow

Drama

Karren Boehr

... for home faster than a tiger with his tail on fire as soon as he hit the end of the field. (Pauses) Boy, that seems like a long time ago. 1ST MAN: (Smiling) Yes, I remember ole Spark Plug. 2ND MAN: You don't say ... 1ST MAN: Sure. He was quite an animal. I remember, you'd climb on his back after school, and he was off like a shot. I'll bet you were home before the rest of us got out of the school yard. What ever happened to him? 2ND MAN: (Shakes head) You know, I don't ...

1868. The Ugly Duckling

Drama

Karren Boehr

... me a membership in this club for my birthday. My husband was killed in an auto accident three months ago ... I can't seem to take care of my children. I don't care how I look... Do you think your Bible study would have any answers for me? LINDA: (Quits exercising) Why, yes! I didn't ... I mean ... (Blurts out guiltily) I'm sorry I didn't pay more attention to you when you came in. It was very rude of me. WOMAN: That's okay. You had your friend, and ... LINDA: (Moves closer) My name is Linda, and, yes ...

1869. The Insignificant Valentine

Drama

Karren Boehr

... We were all hoping if we were nice to you, you'd tell Miss Baker and she'd change her mind. But no such luck! You kept your little trap shut, and we all hated you forever. Sorry about that. GENTLEMAN: (Smiling, he shakes his head) Oh, I was quite a rascal. You know, sometimes, as people, we look for those dramatic changes, yet we fail to understand that changes take place in the heart long before they ever find their way into actions. I was touched by those valentines that day more deeply than you will ever ...

1870. That Heavenly Call

Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-38

Drama

Karren Boehr

... Executive Vice President Claims To Be The Mother Of The Long-Awaited Messiah." No, you just take your silly little idea and that ridiculous thing on your head that's suppose to be a halo, I imagine, and that funny light around you -- that light part is quite effective, I might add -- and leave! Please find yourself some help. I'll even call you someone if you'd like. Nazareth has a lot of good therapy clinics. (ANGEL sadly shakes his head. Slowly, he turns and walks off stage) (MARY becomes busy at her desk ...

1871. Life

John 20:19-23

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

... of man. It still was not an easy life. Souls were just as difficult as fish to catch, but he liked the challenge and lately the nets were bulging with the harvest. SECOND: It's peaceful here. Everything is so green this time of year. FOURTH: Our rainy season is quite long here and the sea keeps the temperature low, so it's good for crops. FIRST: And Lydda is just far enough off the Jerusalem-Joppa road so that not too many travelers pass this way. THIRD: We're honored that you've come to be with us for a ...

1872. Robin Hood?

Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 5:31-32, Matthew 5:27-30, Matthew 5:21-26, Matthew 5:17-20

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

Theme: Jesus, when He taught the kingdom truths in His Sermon on the Mount, turned the values of the world upside down. Summary: Robin Hood is questioned about his practice of stealing and decides to quit. Playing Time: 6 minutes Costumes: Legendary Props: Robin -- an apple with an arrow through it Place: Sherwood Forest Time: The time of legends Cast: ROBIN HOOD FRIAR TUCK LITTLE JOHN ROBIN HOOD: (enters carrying an apple with an arrow piercing it) Ho, there. LITTLE JOHN: (takes apple and begins to ...

1873. Servant and Two Masters

Matthew 6:25-34

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

... as for the future you will take no heed. (HE GIVES NICKOLO A BAG OF MONEY) NICKOLO: Then, in faith, I will trust Him who sustains, and will serve Him with all my life's gains. ADONATINO: And when money calls what will you do? MAMMONITEES: Nickolo! NICKOLO: Quit his service and to you be true. ADONATINO: So, from your experience what have you gained? NICKOLO: This much -- God has on me goodness rained. Henceforth from this day only Him will I trust. My future and fortune He will add as He must. (ALL BOW AND ...

1874. The Future Of The Church!

Matthew 11:25-30

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

... s head of the religion department, he asked me. It seems that the singing Hunters couldn't make it. He said a cold has got most of them. You know how a cold goes through a family. Especially traveling in that bus, or camper, or whatever it is. I felt quite proud to be asked. To replace the singing Hunters, that is. I saw them once in Pittsburgh. They were holding a whole week of meetings. I even heard the five-year-old preach. Pretty good. (HE STOPS STRUMMING) It was right after that I got to thinking about ...

1875. David The Giant Killer

2 Samuel 16:15--17:29

Drama

Robert F. Crowley

... ? DAVID: I forgot my lunch. SAUL: Who are you? DAVID: Your almost son-in-law. SAUL: Did I call for you? DAVID: Well, not this time. I forgot ... SAUL: Get out! (THROWS LUNCH BOX AT DAVID) DAVID: Oh, thanks. SAUL: Wait, do you know David? DAVID: Quite well, yes. SAUL: Well, you tell David to wear my armor. That will protect him. DAVID: Protect me when I fight the giant? SAUL: Giant, schmiant. The armor will protect him from my daughter. (SAUL EXITS. DAVID CROSSES TO ANOTHER AREA) CHORUS: (WEARING WAR HELMETS ...

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