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Children's Sermon

Teresa L. Major

Concept: The hat someone wears often tells us a great deal about the person. As Christians, we don't wear hats, but our behavior tells a lot about us. Preparation: Several hats (authentic or toy) if possible: fireman, policeman, football helmet, etc. Use pictures, if necessary. Look what I have this morning: all kinds of hats. What kind of job uses this hat? (Put on a hat and allow children to r...

177. Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

21:1 Synthetic. Not only ordinary humans, but even kings are thoroughly under the Lord’s control. The watercourse is an irrigation channel, subject to the design of the gardener. 21:2 Antithetic. The possibilities of self-deception are enormous; the LORD alone knows the truth of a person’s heart (a catchword with v. 1). See 16:2 and comment, as well as 17:3. 21:3 This is a frequent biblical them...

178. Save Early and Often

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George Fooshee

"The wise man saves for the future but the foolish man spends whatever he gets." Proverbs 21:20. Overspending leads many people into financial disasters. And the Bible calls such spenders fools! I don't know many people who deliberately choose to be foolish. When it comes to money, the way to be wise is to be a saver. Here are four simple rules given by the late financier, J.P. Morgan, for savin...

179. Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

22:1 Synonymous. A good name or reputation was highly regarded in Israel. This is underlined by the comparisons made (see also Eccl. 7:1). 22:2 Synthetic. The verb in verse 2a means either that they live near each other or better, as in the NIV, they have a common bond. The sense of verse 2b is descriptive, not prescriptive, as if the LORD created two classes. See 29:13 and also 14:31 and 17:5, w...

180. Proper 18

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

Theme: Faith active in good works. COMMENTARY Lesson 1: Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23 (C) Practical advice concerning values. A good name is better than riches. The person who shares his wealth will be blessed by God but the unjust will experience calamity. God will judge those who beat down the poor. Lesson 1: Isaiah 35:4-7a (RC, E) Lesson 2: James 2:1-10 (11-13) 14-17 (C); James 2:1-5 (RC) The...

181. Proper 19

Bulletin Aid

Paul A. Laughlin

First Lesson: Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9 Theme: The relativity of riches Exegetical note Taken together, these verses do not exactly condemn wealth, but certainly devalue it in several ways: first, by valuing a good reputation above riches; second, by denying special status to the rich in God’s eyes; and third, by elevating the values of justice and sharing above the possession of wealth. Call to Wor...

182. Proper 18

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

READINGS Psalter—Psalm 125 First Lesson—Here is a sampling of Old Testament wisdom. Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23 Second Lesson—The wisdom of the church, like the wisdom of Israel, is concerned for justice for the poor. James 2:1-10, (11-13), 14-17 Gospel—The healing ministry of Jesus extends beyond the borders of Israel. Mark 7:24-37 CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be wi...

183. Proper 18

Sermon Aid

John R. Brokhoff

COMMENTARY Old Testament: Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9, 22-23 It is obvious that this pericope was chosen because of its close relation in content with Lesson 2 which cries out against the unjust treatment of the poor. The most precious value of life is a good name which should be desired more than wealth. Yet, the rich are not to be condemned, for they, too, have been created by God. The person who shar...

184. Parable of Obedience

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Peter was a little boy who was much pampered by his mother and usually got his way by crying. Herbert was in the same class in school, but his strict mother insisted that he obey at once and that he do chores around the home. He always washed and dried the dishes. I had them both in my swimming classes. When Peter left home his mother cautioned, "Please don't drown, Peter, you are the only thing...

185. PARABLE OF MY NAME

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Staff

"Mother, where did I get my name?" said Ralph. "Why daddy and I gave it to you. We just liked the name. Why do you ask?" "Well, Mary said she was named after the mother of Jesus. And John said he was named after one of the desciples and David said he was named after a great Bible hero. Who was I named after?" "Well, no one in particular, but people will learn to think well of you and of your na...

186. I Am YOUR Child

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Michael P. Green

The following article appeared in a local newspaper as an “Open Letter to My Parents”: I am your child. You have brought me into this world and raised me to what I am today. If I am not what I should be, please do not be too harsh with me, for I am your product, and by my actions I advertise the quality standard of home. Do not point at one of my playmates as an example of how I should behave, for...

187. Baptism/Dedication

Children's Sermon

Robert B. Lantz

Lesson: This message is most appropriate when children have been invited forward as participants to witness an act of baptism or dedication. Object: Plastic baby pins in pink and blue (Available as baby shower decorations in shops. Good morning, boys and girls. We have just been a part of a very happy and special occasion in the life of one of our families here in the church. We have been a part...

188. A Good Deed Is Like A Candle

Children's Sermon

Kenneth Mortonson

Purpose: To encourage children to do good things for other people. Material: A candle and a jar. A dime for each child in individual envelopes. Lesson: This is something that we see each week as we gather here and I am sure you know what it is. At the beginning of the worship service, we light the candles up front. (At home, candles on the table could be used.) These candles stand for many thin...

189. A Good Name

Sermon

Will Willimon

“A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold." Proverbs 22:1-2, 8-9 Do you believe that? It's from the book of Proverbs. You get this sort of moral platitude there. "A good name is better than silver or gold." Sounds a little quaint, this talk of "a good name." But this is typical of Proverbs. Here is ethics done the old-fashioned (600 B.C.) way ...

190. Wait. Trust Me.

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Paul Batura

A friend earlier today called my attention to some counsel and perspective served up on an episode of The Andy Griffith Show titled, “Opie’s Hobo Friend.” It originally aired November 13, 1961. [It’s politically incorrect these days to refer to a homeless person as a “hobo” – but that wasn’t the case back when John F. Kennedy was in the White House.] As the storyline goes, a homeless man named Dav...

191. More Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

These chapters are introduced by a superscription indicating that they are from Solomon by way of the “men of Hezekiah.” The sayings break from the admonitory style of 22:17–24:34 and resemble those of chapters 10–22:16. However, these sayings are much more vivid, and in chapters 25–27 they form larger units (“proverb poems,” as they have been called). Explicit comparisons are frequent. We are una...

192. More Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

Antithetic parallelism is frequent in this chapter, in contrast to chapters 25–26. The sayings seem to be generally related in couplets, thanks to content and also catchwords (e.g., Hb. hll, to boast or praise, in vv. 1–2). There are several admonitions and the final verses (23–27) form a special unit. 27:1 One should concentrate on the present moment because of one’s ignorance of the future. Thi...

193. Friends

Sermon

James Merritt

I saw a cartoon in a newspaper once, and the first frame showed a thief that was wearing a mask, and his gun was pointed toward a frightened victim. The next scene the robber is holding out a sack and saying, "Give me all of your valuables!" In the next scene the victim begins stuffing into the sack all of his friends. I don't believe there is hardly anything in life, outside of salvation, that i...

194. How to Deal with Friends, Foes, and Fools

Sermon

James Merritt

"I will pay more for the ability to deal with people than any other ability under the sun." John D. Rockefeller1 Relationships: we all have them. John Donne was right: "No man is an island..."2 I have learned early on that one of the most important lessons a father can teach his children is how to establish and maintain proper relationships with the right people. According to a report by the Ame...

195. Slaying the Green-Eyed Monster

Sermon

James Merritt

Channelview, Texas is a neat middleclass suburb of Houston. It is a typical bedroom community of nice homes, nice cars, and nice families. Competition is fierce in all sports, but recently the competition got more than a little intense—not in football or in basketball, but in cheerleading. Amber Heath and Shanna Holloway lived right around the corner from each other. They had been friends for yea...

196. Jealousy: Cancer of the Heart

Sermon

James Merritt

Channelview, Texas is a neat middleclass suburb of Houston. It is a typical bedroom community of nice homes, nice cars, and nice families. Competition is fierce in all sports, but recently the competition got more than a little intense not in football or in basketball, but in cheerleading. Amber Heath and Shanna Holloway lived right around the corner from each other. They had been friends for yea...

197. Like Iron Sharpens Iron

Children's Sermon

Marti Kramer Suddarth

Materials Needed: Card stock printed with scripture reference and verse Assistant Telling The Story: Good morning! I’d like to introduce you to my friend, (name). (Name) and I met (where and when). Do you know what I like about (name)? (List three or four things about the assistant.) Something else special about (name) is that if I asked him/her to pray for me, I know that he/she would. He/she he...

198. More Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

Many consider chapters 28 and 29 to be a collection separate from chapters 25–27. In contrast to the latter, which has many groupings, the style here returns to the (apparently) discrete sayings of earlier chapters (e.g., chapters 10–15). Antithetic sayings are the most frequent. See comment on 29:27. 28:1 Antithetic and chiastic. The wicked man flees, not merely because of a bad conscience but b...

199. Good for the Soul

Sermon

James Merritt

Two very famous sports figures hit the news this past week and both of them have a direct influence on the message that I am preaching today. Joe Gibbs, the former head coach of the Washington Redskins, who took them to the Super Bowl four times and who also owned a Winston Cup winning NASCAR team is leaving the sport of car racing to go back to coach the Washington Redskins. Hearing that reminded...

200. Trust In God

Children's Sermon

Robert B. Lantz

Object: U.S. pennies Good morning, boys and girls. Every piece of American money has a motto on it. Do you know what a motto is? (Response.) A motto is an inscription or saying that expresses the feeling of the group or individual. It is sort of the phrase which best describes the group or person. What kind of a motto would you have for yourself? (Responses -- Suggest a few like "Always Late," "H...

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176. What Hat Do You Wear?

Children's Sermon

Teresa L. Major

177. Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

178. Save Early and Often

Illustration

George Fooshee

179. Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

180. Proper 18

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

181. Proper 19

Bulletin Aid

Paul A. Laughlin

182. Proper 18

Bulletin Aid

B. David Hostetter

183. Proper 18

Sermon Aid

John R. Brokhoff

184. Parable of Obedience

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185. PARABLE OF MY NAME

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Staff

186. I Am YOUR Child

Illustration

Michael P. Green

187. Baptism/Dedication

Children's Sermon

Robert B. Lantz

188. A Good Deed Is Like A Candle

Children's Sermon

Kenneth Mortonson

189. A Good Name

Sermon

Will Willimon

190. Wait. Trust Me.

Illustration

Paul Batura

191. More Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

192. More Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

193. Friends

Sermon

James Merritt

194. How to Deal with Friends, Foes, and Fools

Sermon

James Merritt

195. Slaying the Green-Eyed Monster

Sermon

James Merritt

196. Jealousy: Cancer of the Heart

Sermon

James Merritt

Channelview, Texas is a neat middleclass suburb of Houston. It is a typical bedroom community of nice homes, nice cars, and nice families. Competition is fierce in all sports, but recently the competition got more than a little intense not in football or in basketball, but in cheerleading. Amber Heath and Shanna Holloway lived right around the corner from each other. They had been friends for yea...

197. Like Iron Sharpens Iron

Children's Sermon

Marti Kramer Suddarth

198. More Proverbs of Solomon

Understanding Series

Roland E. Murphy

199. Good for the Soul

Sermon

James Merritt

200. Trust In God

Children's Sermon

Robert B. Lantz

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