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Antonyms: punish, blame, condemn, hold to

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1. Our Own Sins Prevent Our Right to Judge Others

John 7:45--8:11

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Carl Hoefler

... others, and direct our concern to our own behavior, that we may become more holy in our living. We pray through Jesus, our Savior. Amen. Prayer of Confession We are sinful people, Lord, but we disguise ourselves to look righteous by condemning others who are obvious sinners. Forgive us when we have been overcome with a piety that drives the sinners out from our circle of friends, without any interest to drive out the sins from our own behavior. Grant us your grace, that we may turn from our sins; and ...

2. Third Sunday in Lent

Exodus 17:1-7, Romans 5:1-11, John 4:1-26, John 4:27-38, John 4:39-42

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... human nature which results in death, or to have our minds controlled by the Spirit which results in life and peace. People: We pray for God to help us live by his Spirit that we may be pleasing to him. Collect Almighty God, whose Son gives hope to those condemned by your laws: Make us children who desire to have our minds controlled by your Spirit instead of our human nature, that we may receive your gift of life and peace. In our Savior's name we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession We want to be your children ...

3. Proper 24

Jeremiah 30:1--31:40, 2 Timothy 3:10--4:8, Luke 18:1-8, Psalm 119:1-176

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William E. Keeney

... no good to the widow. Psalm 68:5 -- God is the protector of widows. Isaiah 1:17 -- A call to plead for the widow. Isaiah 1:23 -- All people love a bribe and so the case of the widow does not come before them. Isaiah 10:2 -- Condemnation of those who write decrees that widows might be their spoil. Jeremiah 22:3 -- Jeremiah admonishes that no wrong or violence be done to the alien, the orphan, or the widow. The duties of judges:2 Chronicles 6:7 -- Jehosaphat appoints judges and tells them about their duties ...

4. Proper 12

2 Samuel 12:1-31, Ephesians 3:14-21, John 6:1-15

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Paul A. Laughlin

... strive always to minimize the evil we do to you, to others, and to ourselves. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen Prayer of Confession God of mercy, we confess with shame how much we sin against others and how easily we ignore that fact, even as we condemn the evil done by others. Forgive us, O God. Make us sensitive to our moral shortcomings and shortcuts. Remind us that no sin is without its victims, and that the chief victim is usually the sinner. In the name of Christ we pray. Amen Second Lesson: Ephesians ...

5. Proper 25

Mark 10:46-52, Psalm 34:1-22

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B. David Hostetter

... good; happy are those who take refuge in him. (Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD rescues them from them all. He keeps all their bones; not one of them will be broken. Evil brings death to the wicked,and those who hate the righteous will be condemned. The LORD redeems the life of his servants; none of those who take refuge in him will be ...

6. Free from the Law to be Led by the Spirit

Galatians 5:1-15

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Carl Hoefler

... not permission to be sinful. Instead, it is an experience of being led by the Spirit. People: We surrender ourselves in bondage to Christ, that we may know true freedom! Collect O Loving God: You have made us free persons in Christ, when the law would have condemned us in sin! Empower us by your Spirit to resist the desires of our human nature, that we may produce a life of love. We pray through Christ, our deliverer. Amen. Prayer of Confession Dear Lord, we enjoy the thought of freedom, but we confess we ...

7. Proper 9

Matthew 11:25-30, Romans 7:7-25, Exodus 1:1-22

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... God's laws; they seem like a heavy yoke with which we are burdened. People: We are reminded that Jesus invited us to take his yoke, which is light and easy to bear. Pastor: Jesus comes in fulfillment of the law, giving us grace when the law would condemn us. People: We are burdened with sin, and come to Christ, that he may lead us into the joy of salvation. Collect Holy Father, whose Son has seen the burden of sin which we carry, and has offered his grace to lighten our load: Receive us with our heavy ...

8. Christian Values Judgment

Romans 2:1-16

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... are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death. Congregation: We are now at liberty to do the works of God. Leader: You who pass judgment on others have no excuse, because whatever you condemn in someone else you too have done. Do you think you can judge, do the same things and then escape God’s judgment? Congregation: We are now at liberty to love those we meet. Leader: Do not judge, or you also will be judged. In the same way you ...

9. Lent 4

Numbers 21:4-9, Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22, John 3:14-21, Ephesians 2:1-10

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B. David Hostetter

... to it. People: We come to the light so that it will be clear that God is involved in all the good things that we do. INVOCATION Holy God, you did not send your Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him. We believe in him and are not condemned, so we come with our thanksgivings and our petitions in the name of the only perfect Son of God, Jesus Christ. Amen PRAYER OF CONFESSION Ruler of our enemies and our allies, adversary of evil everywhere, Savior of ...

10. Epiphany 7

Genesis 45:3-11, 15, Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40, Luke 6:27-36, 1 Corinthians 15:35-37, 42-50

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Julia Ross Strope

... assumption that Jesus is responding to is that God is in charge of the world and has expectations for human behavior. Luke has Jesus indicating that people of God do not judge or condemn but give and forgive. Kingdom people do not retaliate against those who attempt to victimize them. Joseph does not condemn his brothers but offers to feed them, their families, and their animals. The psalmist’s assumptions about God being in charge of the world and protector of his favorite people — the Jews — are ...

11. The Season Of The Holy Spirit

Mark 10:1-12

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Wayne H. Keller

... idea, or makes a suggestion, and, without thinking, we say, "that's stupid, that's a dumb idea, that will never work, you can't do that." Whenever we do that, we contribute to the other person's death. That's what sin is, that is, criticizing or condemning someone else's original or not-so-original idea. We are hurt when someone does that to us. Offer some positive ways that we can respond to each other. Conclude with a prayer which incorporates the words, or ideas, of Jesus in verses 10:14b-15. Reading of ...

12. Proper 10

Luke 10:25-37, Psalm 82:1-8, Amos 7:10-17, Colossians 1:1-14

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B. David Hostetter

CALL TO WORSHIP Worship reverently for God is the supreme judge who is holy and absolutely just and powerful. PRAYER OF CONFESSION God of law, God of grace, God of love, your plumb line condemns the bowing and tottering walls of unjust society. False religion will fail ultimately for you alone are true and to be worshipped in the Spirit of truth. Forgive any practice of ours that values other things or other persons above your worship. Pardon our infractions of your law and in ...

13. Taking Christ's Side

Mark 9:38-41

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RobertT D. Ingram

... these words. Consider the times you have put a stumbling block in front of one of God's little ones, and confess this terrible sin to God. (Give time for silent prayer.) Consider what it is in your life that causes you to sin and be condemned to the unquenchable fire. Confess this to God. (Give time for silent prayer.) Then offer the assurance of pardon with these words. By the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ you are forgiven and have a fresh opportunity to serve faithfully. Jesus has already broken ...

14. Loving God with Our Whole Being

Mark 12:28-34

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RobertT D. Ingram

... our Lord. Amen.(Continue to pray silently.)Hear the good news. "God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him." Brothers and sisters, in the name of Jesus Christ our sins are forgiven. Thanks be to God! Commissioning and Blessing You will discover your life full of joy and peace, as you daily grow in ...

15. Obedience and God's Grace

Jonah 3:1-10

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James Wilson

Call To Worship Leader: Let the redeemed of the Lord gather this day for worship! People: We were once condemned by our sins and now we know the mercy of God. Leader: God sent the prophets to call us back into God's will. People: And God is true and faithful to all who hear and obey the Holy Word. Leader: Let us proclaim the righteousness of the Lord for ...

16. People Of A New Covenant

Jeremiah 30:1--31:40

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James Wilson

... : And in Christ our sins were forgiven, to be remembered no more. Leader: The Lord is merciful and loving and truly worthy of our deepest praise. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O righteous and true God, You alone are just and You alone may condemn us for our sins. Yet instead, in Your mercy and grace, You offer us salvation in the new covenant. Thank You, Lord. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer Of Confession O God, just like the children of Israel, we have forgotten our covenant with You, or we ...

17. The Prophecy Of Nathan Before David

2 Samuel 7:1-17

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James Wilson

... be to the Lord for God has been merciful and gracious unto us! People: God has watched over us in all that we have done or been about. Leader: The Lord is true and faithful now and in eternity. People: The Word of the Lord stands true and enlightens or condemns us. Leader: Then let us be enlightened as we hear God's holy words of life. All: Blessed be the name of the Lord! Collect O God, before the temple was ever built you showed us that your glory could not be confined to a building or a location, but ...

18. David Sins Before The Lord

2 Samuel 11:1-27

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James Wilson

... called him to repentance. Call us anew to repentance that we might serve You. In Christ we pray. Amen. Prayer of Confession Lord, we often fail to understand You call us to repentance of our sins so that we might have genuinely abundant life and not condemnation and destruction. Forgive us, Lord, for all the times we have fallen so short of being the wonderful blessings You created us to be. Help us, Lord, to remember that we are Your children called to share Your Good News. In Christ we pray. Amen. Hymns ...

19. Lent 4

Luke 13:18-22 · Joel 2:12-19

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Jack Brownlee

... we must also be very precise in our accusations against this charlatan, and make documentation as prescribed so that we may take lawful action against this heretic. God's word is clear. Eating with those unclean, eating with hands unclean, both bring the response of condemnation from the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. The scripture teaches and confirms: we must be pure." "He is in our town now!" a voice burst into the synagogue. "He is just off the square. We must stop him from blaspheming in front of ...

20. Easter Sunday

Mark 16:1-20, John 20:10-18, John 20:1-9, 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Acts 10:23b-48, Psalm 118:1-29

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B. David Hostetter

... Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. EXHORTATION As Jesus said to his disciples: "Go into all the world and proclaim the good news to the whole creation. The one who believes and is baptized will be saved; but the one who does not believe will be condemned . . ." PRAYER OF THE DAY Jesus of Nazareth, crucified Mortal, resurrected Christ, send us also to your whole creation with voices filled with the joy of faith and the message of eternal salvation from your cross and empty tomb, that others may share our Easter ...

21. Epiphany 8

Mark 2:18-22, Mark 2:13-17, Psalm 103:1-22

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B. David Hostetter

... lives we have read the writing of your hand. Our hearts have been warmed by the glow of the Spirit's fire. We have seen with wonder and joy the changes you have made in the lives of people, even our own lives. We are grateful that the condemning law gives way to the life-giving Spirit. Alleluia. Amen. PRAYER OF DEDICATION Receive our donations and our discipleship, eternal Christ, that our daily work and our daily witness may call others to your service. Amen. PSALM 103:1-13 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and ...

22. First Sunday of Lent: Prayers

Genesis 9:1-17, Mark 1:9-13, Mark 1:14-20

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B. David Hostetter

... will be put to shame. PRAYER OF CONFESSION Savior-God, at whose right hand sits the Risen Christ, having received the submission of angels; without our baptism we could not come before you in good conscience. Without the death of Christ for our sins, we would be condemned. We are among the unjust for whom the just Christ willingly suffered. Our only hope of salvation is in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who was put to death in the body and brought to life in the spirit. Were it not for that Good News we ...

23. Pentecost

Psalm 104:1-35, Ezekiel 37:1-14, John 15:18--16:4, Acts 2:1-21, Romans 8:18-27

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B. David Hostetter

... visions. PRAYER OF THE DAY Spirit of truth, guide us into all truth, so that we may know where wrong and right and judgment lie, and in knowing what is coming, stand with you and not with the Prince of this world who already stands condemned. Amen. PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING Doer-of-great-things, glorified-Truth-Teller, truthful Advocate, what great things you do and promise, and fulfill. We are continually amazed at the speech you give the speechless, the power you give to the powerless, the meaning you give ...

24. Proper 18

Mark 7:31-37, Mark 7:24-30

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B. David Hostetter

... are even-handed in your justice and in the day of judgment will not play favorites. We confess that we are not so fair in our dealings. We are often unduly impressed by the powerful and the clever and excuse in them what we would condemn in the powerless and ignorant. Forgive superficiality and neglect of people needing advocacy and friendship, through the friend of sinners, Jesus Christ. Amen. Declaration of God's Forgiveness Hear the Good News! God has chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world ...

25. Epiphany 3

Mark 1:14-20

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Wayne B. Keller

... on the roll, send in a few dollars, attend on special days ... I'll just wait her out." 2. Avoid it. Withdraw into your illusions. "I need someplace in my life that never changes; and if the church demands that I change, I'll quit." 3. Condemn it. Use most of our energy staying angry. "I'll pretend that the pastor's wrong, stupid, naive, misinformed, liberal, socialist, communist. He's obviously not a Christian, and we're no longer the church." Give three to five minutes for silence to consider these things ...

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