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1926. The Resurrection of the Body

John 11:17-37

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Dean Lueking

... , not because of any deliberate neglect, but because death’s grip is so relentless! The bravest human expressions of immortality have never been written when facing a corpse. Unless an undertaker labors long and hard in his craft over me, even my dearest loved ones cannot bear to look at my remains once death has come. Such is the devastation that sin causes as we face the fact of death. When Benefits May Become Detours In our day and culture, when so many remarkable gifts of God are at hand to enrich and ...

1927. The Friday We Call Good

John 18:1-11

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Dean Lueking

... of His Kingship When Pilate shoved Jesus in front of the mob with the taunting slur, "Here is your king!" he did not begin to grasp the real truth of Jesus’ Kingship. The regal air that dominates our Lord all through the events of his trial and crucifixion bear witness to God’s power at work through his Son. As our sovereign Savior, Jesus did not soar above the bloody sweat, the pain and horror of suffering and death, but entered into it so as to take hold of it and conquer it through enduring it. He ...

1928. Where Easter Begins

John 20:1-9

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Dean Lueking

... a genuine ring to it, a laughter that reveals a trust that since Christ the Lord has conquered death, we might as well enjoy his victory with an ease of heart and spirit that includes a sanctified sense of humor. A Sound the Devil Cannot Bear A friend of mine, Robert Herhold, is a west coast pastor whose brother died some time ago. Listen to his description of the ministry that went on between brothers in the final days before his brothers death: My brother experienced eternal life before he died. Eternity ...

1929. Believing Is Seeing

John 20:24-31

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Dean Lueking

... face of worn out people who had given in to the problem and who could see nothing more because they believed nothing more, Jesus cried out with a holy passion, "O faithless generation, how long must I be with you? O perverse people, how long must I bear with you?" Then he brought the healing that restored the tortured life to wholeness. His disciples asked Jesus why they could not do anything for the lad. Jesus told them that if they had faith as a grain of mustard seed they would say to a mountain - move ...

1930. The Emmaus Stranger

Luke 24:13-35

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Dean Lueking

... presence as the opener of the word and the host at the table where he invites us. We know Christ Jesus as the Savior and the reigning Lord of life as he makes himself known to us in the Gospel. The Scriptures are sacred and alive to us because they bear testimony to him. He is the living center of the Holy Book. Because he has made himself known to us in grace and mercy, the Bible is no longer about far away places and strange sounding names. It speaks to us because he speaks to us through it. It is ...

1931. The Promise and the Task

Matthew 28:16-20

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Dean Lueking

... . In the years following, these beginnings have been continued through the visits of overseas Christians to us and through correspondence and sharing of our blessings. With Hope for the Completion This is the most direct way I know of for Christians to bring the ascension power to bear in such a way as to heal the dangerous suspicions and alienations that keep us apart. We do not see through the cloud that surrounded him at his ascension. Yet he is not on the other side of that cloud; he is on our side. His ...

1932. Loosed from the Pangs of Death

Acts 2:14-41

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... had been properly buried. Later when we would go back to visit the little church, I remember seeing the tombstone where he had been buried and other tombstones in the graveyard. I was reminded not only of his death and of the death of others whose name I bear; but that one day I also would die. Today many people think it is maudlin or morbid to talk about death. We spend much of our time resisting and denying death as a reality of our human existence. We believe medical science will somehow find the miracle ...

1933. Is Repentance Necessary?

Acts 2:14-41

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... of adultery. Let’s stone her." Jesus said, "He who is without sin cast the first stone." They walked away because the projection did not work. Some people lie because the truth is so painful and frightening. Other people create fantasies because reality is so hard to bear. Some say that what you really need is more education because when you know what is good you can do it. Or what you really need is just the right psychological system. When you have the system, you can follow it and you can be free. No ...

1934. PARABLE OF MY NAME

Proverbs 22:1

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... to them." "Aw gee! I wish I were named after someone." said Ralph. "Well," said the mother, "there was a great poet whose name was Ralph -- Ralph Waldo Emerson." "Good, that's what I'll tell them. I was named after a great poet." It is true that bearing a name of someone with a great reputation has an encouraging influence on the namesake. It is true that Bible names are related by the bearers of such names to their historic meanings. It is natural and it is good that we should want to make our reputations ...

1935. The Resurrection of Our Lord

Acts 10:23b-48, Exodus 10:1-20, 1 Corinthians 15:12-34, John 20:1-9, John 20:10-18, Colossians 3:1-17

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... of God. The resurrection was God's work, not man's. It was the miracle of miracles. With God all things are possible. e. The witness of the church through the ages. The church has lived, served, and died on the fact of the resurrection. The life of the church bears witness to the living Christ who works in and through the church. f. Personal experience. Christ lives because he lives in me. Or, am I a deluded fool? Do I really know Jesus, talk to him in prayer? Am I giving my life to a corpse? Ultimately the ...

1936. Easter 4

Acts 13:13-52, Revelation 7:9-17, John 10:22-42

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... brings the problem to us by telling of the Pharisees who directly challenged Jesus, "If you are the Christ, tell us plainly." Sermon: The text tells us how we can know the real Jesus - a. His words - "I told you," v. 25a b. His works - "The works bear witness to me." v. 25b c. His workers (Sheep) - "You do not believe because you do not belong to my sheep." v. 26 2. Spiritual Security (10:28, 29). Need: People crave security: social, job, financial. Also spiritual security? The need is expressed in the hymn ...

1937. Proper 6

Lk 7:36--8:3 · Gal 2:11-21 · 1 Ki 19:1-8

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John R. Brokhoff

... to the law to live to God - v. 19 b. Dies with Christ to live with Christ - v. 20 c. Dies to self to live by faith - v. 20 WORSHIP RESOURCES Prayer of the Day: "God, our maker and redeemer, you have made us a new company of priests to bear witness to the Gospel. Enable us to be faithful to our calling to make known your promises to all the world." Hymn of the Day: "O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts"

1938. Proper 12

Lk 11:1-13 · Col 2:6-15 · Gen 18:20-32 · 2 Ki 5:1-15

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John R. Brokhoff

... she witnessed to the existence of God's prophet who could cure the incurable disease. If she had not spoken, the miracle would never have occurred, and an even greater confession would not have been made by Naaman. The purpose of this sermon is to motivate each person to bear witness to the power of God's Word to heal and bless. Outline: What is the right word at the right time? A. Word of witnessing to the power of God's Word - v. 3 1. Expression of compassion for her master. 2. Expression of trust in the ...

1939. Proper 17

Lk 14:1, 7-14 · Heb 12:18-19, 22-24; 13:1-8 · Eze 18:1-9, 25-29 · Prov 25:6-22

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John R. Brokhoff

... . Out text will help us recover that lost sense of reverence, fear, awe, and adoration. Outline: In our text we see A. The glory of the old covenant - vv. 18-21 . God's presence was as fearful as a blazing fire. The voice of God was too loud to bear. Even Moses was terrified in the holy presence of God. To touch the mountain of God was to die. B. The greater glory of the new covenant - vv. 22-24. Christians now come into the direct presence of God and Christ. They associate with angels and saints. How much ...

1940. Advent 3

Lk 3:7-18 · Php 4:4-13 · Zeph 3:14-20

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John R. Brokhoff

... are to have the mind of Christ so that we will think clearly, accurately, and nobly. 3. Can (v. 13). Here is good news to those who feel inadequate to the crises, needs, and challenges of life. We say, "I can't take it any more," or "I can't bear to hear it," or "I can't measure up to all that is expected of me." Paul says he can do all things - "all things." That is a big order! How so? "In Christ" is the answer. Christ is the strength of our lives and makes us sufficient for any ...

1941. Reformation Sunday

Jn 8:31-36 · Rom 3:19-28 · Jer 31:31-34

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John R. Brokhoff

... is alarming. A poll reveals that youth know the composers of a popular song but only one-third associated Jesus with the Sermon on the Mount. 3. Grace is Sufficient. Need: Grace is sufficient for more than physical or mental needs, for more than strength to bear a thorn in the flesh. Grace can be seen in today's three Lessons. Grace is sufficient to bring God and man together as friends. Yet, many church members have no concept of the meaning of grace. In this there is need for this sermon. Outline ...

1942. Epiphany 4

Lk 4:21-30 · 1 Cor 13:1-13 · Jer 1:4-10

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John R. Brokhoff

... us with the truth about ourselves. Consequently, preachers through the centuries have been wiped out or driven off. Amos was ordered to leave. Jeremiah was thrown into a pit. Jesus was rejected by his hometown. Chrysostom and Calvin were exiled. And all because people could not bear the pain caused by the Word of God. Outline: The truth hurts because - A. It deflates our egos - v. 23b B. It convicts us of sin - v. 24 C. It reveals our bigotry - vv. 25-27 Lesson 1: Jeremiah 1:4-10 1. Getting to Know Your ...

1943. Epiphany 6

Lk 6:17-26 · 1 Cor 15:12-20 · Jer 17:5-8

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John R. Brokhoff

... tree. The tree is by a river where it gets water. Outline: A person trusting in God is like a tree - A. Planted - "like a tree planted by water" - v. 8a B. Provided for - "sends out its roots by the stream" - v. 8b C. Productive - "It does not cease to bear fruit - v. 8c 2. A Tale of Two Trees. 17:5-10. Need: People are either blessed or cursed. There does not seem to be any middle ground. The key to which it shall be is trust in God or in people. Our text gives us the contrast. Outline: A ...

1944. Proper 10

Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

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... at work to counteract the good news of Christ. People: But thanks be to God, the church is always at work, too! And we are glad to be a part of it. Pastor: Amen! No matter how ineffective our efforts may seem, there is always fertile soil which bears fruit for our labors. People: We will continue to sow the seed of faith, convinced that many will be receptive, and come into our Lord's kingdom. Collect Eternal God, whose kingdom continues to grow in spite of the threat of sin: Encourage us in our ministry ...

1945. Witnessing

1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

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Call to Worship Pastor: God has called us to share our faith by witnessing to others. People: We pray that others will choose Christ, and grow in their faith with the help of our witness. Pastor: For our witness to bear fruit, we must be honest and sincere in the way we share our faith. People: May the life we live be true to the faith we profess, and guide others in finding Christ as their Savior. Collect Almighty God, who shares your love with our world through the testimony of ...

1946. PROPER 27

Amos 5:18-27

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... those who are treated less than brothers or sisters. Guide us in a ministry that will speak on behalf of those not heard; and bring equality to those who are despised. Hear us for Jesus' sake. Amen. Hymns "At Length There Dawns the Glorious Day" "God Send Us Men" "We Bear the Strain of Earthly Care" "Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life"

1947. Lent 4

1 Samuel 16:1-13, Ephesians 4:17--5:21, John 9:1-12, John 9:13-34, John 9:35-41

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... not considered ourselves to be your anointed servants, Father; and so we have not been too faithful in our service. Forgive us when we have witnessed to our faith by outward appearance instead of with responsive hearts. Mold us after your will; that our lives may bear fruit in your service. In our Savior's name we pray. Amen. Hymns "Forth in Thy Name" "Lord, Speak to Me" "O Jesus, I Have Promised" "Take Up Thy Cross" Second Lesson: Ephesians 5:8-14 Theme: Walk as children of light Call to Worship Pastor ...

1948. Wednesday in Holy Week

Isaiah 50:1-11, Hebrews 12:1-13, John 13:18-30

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... . Hymns "Alas! and Did My Savior Bleed" "O Love Divine, What Hast Thou Done" "O Sacred Head, Now Wounded" "What Grace, O Lord, and Beauty Shone" Second Lesson: Hebrew 12:1-3 Theme: Encouraged in discipleship Call to Worship Pastor: Life imposes many crosses for us to bear; but our faith gives us the fortitude to press on. People: Our faith is in Jesus who defeated the power of his cross, and turned it into victory for all who put their faith in him. Pastor: Our Lord's victory has revealed the glory of God ...

1949. Magic Mountain

Matthew 17:1-13

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... the almost magical event took place. An ordinary mountain became a magic mountain right before their eyes. Jesus’ face shone, much like Moses’ did when he spent those forty days and nights on Mount Sinai and returned to the people with the stone tablets bearing the Ten Commandments. Even Jesus’ clothing seemed as bright as a minor sun. "Maybe the enemies of Jesus were right, and maybe we were wrong in calling him the Christ," Peter and James and John might have reacted, "because he does great feats of ...

1950. Ask for a Sign

Isaiah 7:1-25

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... if you will not ask, the Lord will give you a sign anyway. Not a great plague to wipe out your enemy kings. Nor will he stop the Assyrian chariots from rolling over your land. The sign will be this: a young woman shall conceive and bear a child and his name will be ‘Immanuel’ which means ‘God with us.’ " Luther, commenting on this section of Isaiah said, Behold the great and overflowing goodness of God and His sublime patience. For even though disdained in His promise and threat, He still does not ...

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