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201. You Figure It Out

Matthew 22:15-22

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... you kill him first? Which choice is better? 2. God Gives Us Resources to Cope Is this some sort of cruel joke then? Did God plunge us into a world without clear answers so that he could drive us mad? No. Not at all. God wants us to struggle, to persevere, and to overcome, just as his Son, Jesus, did on our behalf. God wants his servants to be resourceful, and for that task, he has given us resources. - God gave us a pattern on which we may draw for answers, or at least for directions along which to shape ...

202. Laborers Needed for the Harvest

Matthew 9:35-38, Matthew 10:1-42

Sermon

Dennis Kastens

... difficulties. The Bible says, "but the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him." (1 Corinthians 2:14) In one sense it is true that sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ does take perseverence, effort, and sacrifice. For example, that great missionary to Greenland, Hans Egede, preached the gospel for thirteen years before gaining his first convert. (Yet later, the entire Island turned to Christ.) Judson toiled seven years in Burma for his first convert but ...

203. The Post Launch Slump

2 Cor 8:10-11

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Robert Noblett

... the assurance that for one brief shining moment his dream was real. So young Tom becomes the bearer of a vision and to listen to that vision sung in the context of the play engendered hope, and that’s what a vision does for us. It maintains us while we persevere. Each evening from December to December Before you drift to sleep upon your cot, Think back on all the tales that you remember Of Camelot. Ask ev'ry person if he’s heard the story; And tell it strong and clear if he has not: That once there was ...

204. Leah

Genesis 49:29--50:14

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Warren Thomas Smith

... later remonstrated with her for lying, she is said to have replied, "Is there a teacher without a pupil? ... When thy father called thee Esau, didst thou not say, ‘Here am I’?"2 Hapless Leah became the unwanted bride. True, Jacob demonstrated remarkable perseverance in serving the additional seven years for Rachel, but consider what those years mean to Leah. Not desired, yet subject to the passing whims of a husband, she underwent hate, estrangement, passion, and fear. "What is this you have done to me ...

205. Incalculable Riches by Bishop Roy C. Nichols

Ephesians 3:1-13

Sermon

Leonard Mann

... the helmet of salvation; have your loins girded with the gospel of truth; the shield of faith; the breastplate of righteousness; and in your hand, the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And then, as an addenda, Paul adds, "And watch and pray with perseverence, for we wrestle not against flesh and blood." Most of us can remember a verse from our Sunday School years, "Be ye not overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." The Christian is not to be a "sitting duck" in the midst of evil. We are ...

206. Running With Patience

Hebrews 12:1-13

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Allan J. Weenink

... when he was hard-pressed to even believe it. But when all the days were in and counted, the ledger showed that he had run the race of life with patience, learning from his handicaps, overcoming his frustrations, circumventing his suffering creatively, with patient perseverance learning in his lonely moments what God had to teach him and moving always face forward up the hill to God. Or again, from more recent history, there is the incident in the life-story of Madame Curie when Pierre, her husband, was ...

207. Glorious Surprises

1 Corinthians 2:6-16

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Bill Bouknight

... " of the Spirit. These are qualities that every Christian should model. Just as an apple tree produces apples, Christians with the Holy Spirit operative within them should produce these characteristics. They are spelled out in Galatians, chapter 5: love, joy, peace, perseverance, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and self-control. Our gifts from the Spirit will differ according to our needs and our missions. But all of us ought to produce those fruits of the Spirit. The Holy Spirit is God's gift-giver ...

208. Night Fighters

Sermon

James Bjorge

... life of service and accomplishment, he was talking to his nephew about the possibility of his life story being written. He said, "If he gives me credit for being a plodder, he will describe me justly. Anything beyond this will be too much. I can plod. I can persevere in any definite pursuit. To this I owe everything." Secondly, when God gives us that star of hope we cannot afford to sit still. It is the time to muster courage and move out to meet the light. The wise men followed it or they never would have ...

209. Chapter III

Exodus 20:1-21

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Frank H. Seilhamer

... 7 One of the best plays that I have seen in a long time was the prizewinner of a few years ago titled "The Miracle Worker." The story of Ann Sullivan’s battle to educate the blind, young Helen Keller, the story is a masterpiece on human perseverance and love. Called by Helen’s wealthy southern parents to train their child, "Miss Annie" entered the Keller home to tackle, literally at times, what seemed to be an impossible task. She had set her heart on bringing the youngster out of her dungeon of silence ...

210. 'Nevertheless': A Word of Faith

Luke 5:1-11

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Bill Bouknight

... overly indulgent. But, who doesn't make mistakes? We are tempted not only to kick him out of the house, but also to kick him out of our hearts. He no longer deserves to be called our son.” Then here comes that word again! "NEVERTHELESS, if you want us to persevere with that boy, we will try. If you will help us demonstrate tough love, we will. If you can break into his hard, cold, addicted heart, we will keep up our vigil of love and prayer.” Back we go to the Sea of Galilee. So great was the catch of ...

211. To Our Heart’s Content

Isaiah 61:1-11

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Susan Hedahl

... changed everything, Simeon recognized that he had been singled out to see with the eyes of faith the entire scope of God’s plan for humanity. But what had changed in Simeon and Anna’s lives? The announcement was finally followed by the fulfillment. The perseverance of faith had paid off. God’s covenant had not failed. And thus the eyes of faith of both Anna and Simeon perceived the greatest of all paradoxes: by the birth of the infant Jesus, their status as children of God had been decisively affirmed ...

212. A Man Whose Dreams Came True

Genesis 37:1-11

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R. Blaine Detrick

... sold for a mess of pottage - or for a few pieces of silver? There are influences loose in the world to keep you from achieving your dreams. Because dreams don’t just automatically become realities. They require work and effort. They require sacrifice and perseverance. And if you are unwilling to struggle, unwilling to pay the price, your dreams will be neglected, ignored, unfulfilled. Dreams are precious. We need to embrace them and hold on securely. This doesn’t mean, of course, that we are to live our ...

213. A Citizen of Three Worlds

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R. Blaine Detrick

... Few, if any, have equalled Paul’s dedication; none has ever exceeded it. He followed the footsteps of his Master with utter devotion, unswerving loyalty, unfaltering faith. He was dynamic and decisive, courageous and consecrated. His patience and perseverance were unparalleled. His service and sacrifice were unsurpassed. Think of the miles he walked ... the persecutions he endured ... the dangers he faced ... the energy he expended ... the obstacles he overcame: all to win souls for Christ! His singleness ...

214. Wednesday in Holy Week

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

Bulletin Aid

Paul A. Laughlin

... and invincible God, who have set before us both a race and a forerunner in faith, train us in the image of your Son; that through his inspiration and example, we may be worthy opponents of sin, may throw off every burden that might slow us, and may persevere and prove victorious in the end. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen Prayer of Confession Most merciful God, we confess our tendency to grow weary as we contest with sin, and to be all-too-willing to give up completely. Forgive us, we pray. Set before us the ...

215. The Choice Is Always Ours

Ecclesiastes 9:1-12

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Gregory J. Johanson

... beside us riding down the hills of sorrow, sickness, separations, and stress. Our highest capabilities remind us of God’s gifts and faithfulness to our survival in times past. It is a growing experience to remember positive data, loyal supports, and hitherto undiscovered strengths to persevere. May I share a Bible verse with you which feeds my soul when I feel completely flabbergasted? It is Ephesians 6:13. Wear the whole armour of God that you may be able to resist evil in its day of power, and that even ...

216. The Measure of Greatness

Mark 9:33-37

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Brett Blair

... the Red Cross. Therefore, some would argue, she is great. Still others would say that what makes for greatness is spirit. They would point to Jackie Robinson. The story of Jackie Robinson, the first professional black baseball player is a story of triumph and perseverance over adversity. If you’ve heard his story you know the insults that were hurled at him. His story is the triumph of the human spirit. Perhaps some would say that ones contribution to humanity is what makes for greatness. If that were the ...

217. Make Peace

James 3:13-18

Bulletin Aid

Dallas A. Brauninger

... peace in your world. Amen. Prayer of Confession When self-interest threatens to promote general disorder in the world, we wonder how we can turn things around, O God, so that your wisdom will draw us to introduce a spirit of gentleness that encourages peace. Give us the patience to persevere in all peacemaking. Through the Holy Spirit. Amen. Hymns "Worship The Lord In The Beauty Of Holiness" "Touch The Earth Lightly" "O God Of Love, O God Of Peace" "O God Of God, O Light Of Light"

218. Mystery, Mystery

John 18:28-40

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Dallas A. Brauninger

... O living God. Amen. Prayer of Confession We proclaim you sovereign, O God, within a world that appears oblivious to authority. Perhaps, God, you are that power enabling us to persist in talking out troubling issues. Perhaps you are the one who empowers us to persevere in the struggle for what is just and right. Perhaps you are the creative force behind imagination, the birth of ideas, and discovery. Even as we ponder, the mystery of your being draws us to your truth. In the Spirit of Christ. Amen. Hymns "Ye ...

219. Called Forever

Hebrews 4:14-5:10

Bulletin Aid

Dallas A. Brauninger

... bolstering support. Amen. Prayer of Confession We are told, God, that we are better people for our suffering. Suffering makes us stronger. Suffering hones us to use our energy only on what is of greatest importance. We are not certain that we believe these words, God. Teach us how to persevere and to trust in the nearness of your Spirit in carrying out the work to which you call us. Amen. Hymns "Holy, Holy, Holy" "Trust And Obey" "O For A Heart To Praise My God"

220. Twelve O'Clock Rock: When the Jailhouse is Rocked

Acts 16:16-40

Sermon

Carlyle Fielding Stewart

... on their own. They demanded Roman escorts because of the way they had been mistreated. The jailhouse was rocked at midnight and the prisoners were set free. The truth is, Paul and Silas were already free men although they were in chains. Their faith, perseverance, tenacity, and joy could not be vanquished by their surroundings. They were men of great faith whose prayers and hymns had so much power that the jailhouse was rocked at its foundations. Have you ever had your world rocked to the point where things ...

221. The Bigger They Are...(A Drama about Overcoming Obstacles)

Drama

Dave Marsh

... in the past brought it here, and pay him 80 bucks an hour. Yeah right. (gives Jeff the paper - in the same fashion) Jeff: But… April: This is from my best friend. She says that all I need to do is work harder at getting around it – show perseverance and it will eventually go away. Yeah right. (gives Jeff the paper - in the same fashion) Jeff: But… April: This is from my mother. She says leave it there. It’s not that bad. She loves me. Everything will be fine. Yeah right. (gives Jeff the paper - in ...

222. The Storyteller's Creed

Luke 6:17-26

Illustration

Brett Blair

... the chapter. You see, there is a people whose attitude is not changed by its poverty. There is a nation whose hunger does not drive it to despair. There is a bride whose tears do not cause her to lose hope. There is a church which is persecuted but shall persevere. One day this great people called the Church of God will leap for joy because it's reward will be great in heaven!

223. Jesus and Bartimaeus

Mark 10:46-52

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James W. Moore

... cold feet. So for the purposes now, let me define the word like this: Grit is the courage to sense and seize the moment, and that is exactly what Bartimaeus did! Bartimaeus’ special qualities jump out of this story: his persistence, his boldness, his perseverance, his determination, his awareness of the power of this moment, his faith, his unwillingness to give in to the fear of embarrassment, his intense understanding (like the young man at the swimming pool) that it’s now or never for me. All of these ...

224. Jesus and Bartimaeus

Mark 10:46-52

Sermon

James W. Moore

225. Grace and Golf

1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... , at age 35. He won the Greater Milwaukee Open in 1979, and again in 1982, when he became the winningest golfer on the tour. Now he is a successful competitor on the PGA Senior tour. Calvin's persistent belief that God has a plan for his life enabled him to persevere without giving up. "It's been a long road from the fields to the fairways," Calvin says. "One a lot of people said was impossible. But you see, I knew something maybe they didn't. That God had a plan for me -- but I HAD TO BE WILLING TO WORK ...

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