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Amos 5:18-27

Understanding Series

Elizabeth Achtemeier

... by proclaiming judgment on the complacent wealthy individuals who party in luxury without concern for the fate of Israel. The Baker Bible Handbook by , Baker Publishing Group, 2016 Amos 5:18-27 · The Day of the Lord 18 Woe to you who long for the ... 32:1–42; Josh. 13:8; 22:1–34). The Judean Desert is located on the eastern slopes of the Judean mountains, toward the Dead Sea. David fled there for refuge from Saul (1 Sam. 21–23). It was also in this area that Jesus was tempted (Luke 4:1–13). The Sinai ...

2. Favoritism Forbidden

James 2:1-13, James 2:14-26

Understanding Series

Peter H. Davids

... trembling was that the name of God was invoked in exorcisms. See further A. Deissmann, Light from the Ancient East (Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1927, 1978), especially p. 260; and J. Jeremias, “Paul and James,” ExpTim 66 (1955), p. 370. 2:20 The ... L. Ginzberg, Legends of the Jews, vol. 1, p. 281. Further passages are cited in R. B. Ward, “pp. 286–90; and P. H. Davids, “Tradition and Interpretation in the Epistle of James,” pp. 113–16. On the concept of declaring right at the end of a test ...

3. Faith and Deeds

James 2:14-26, James 2:1-13

Understanding Series

Peter H. Davids

4. Trials and Temptations

James 1:1-18, James 1:19-27

Understanding Series

Peter H. Davids

... word by the church fathers, the form of the word, and the Old Testament teaching that prohibits testing God. See further P. H. Davids, “The Meaning of Apeirastos,” NTS 24 (1978), pp. 386–91. On the testing tradition in general see B. Gerhardsson, The Testing of ... ; Seneca Ira). In fact, so prevalent is the concern for controlled speech, including the control of anger, that W. R. Baker wrote a whole doctoral dissertation on this and other themes of speech-ethics as they relate to James (Personal Speech- ...

5. Daniel’s Training in Babylon

Daniel 1:1-21

Understanding Series

William Nelson

... though 1 Samuel 16:7 warns against looking on the outward appearance as a sign of God’s election, a few verses later David is described as having “a fine appearance and handsome features” (1 Sam. 16:12; see also 17:42), and this is in the context ... of parallels between the Joseph story and that of Daniel. The word translated worse here is used of the butler and baker in the Joseph narrative. They look sad and “dejected” because they are disturbed about their dreams (Gen. 40:6). In Daniel, though ...

6. Listening and Doing

James 1:19-27, James 1:1-18

Understanding Series

Peter H. Davids

7. Proper 13

Ephesians 4:1-16, 2 Samuel 12:1-31, John 6:25-59

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Russell F. Anderson

... bread always." THEOLOGICAL REFLECTIONS Old Testament: 2 Samuel 11:26--12:13a The danger of devaluing life. In verse 25 a messenger reports to David from the battlefield that some of his men are dead and that Uriah was also dead. The king hadn't a care. He ... they enter the store is a cutting board laden with fresh-baked bread, softened butter and honey. Behind the board is a smiling baker urging them to sample a thick slice of fresh bread or the bread of their choice. "We love to watch our people enjoy ...

8. Changed Lives: The Man Born Blind from Birth

John 9:1-12

Sermon

King Duncan

... they receive,” Baker said. “Have faith in God, your family, friends, and last, but not least, have faith in yourself. Set your objectives and pay the price.” (2) People with disabilities can do amazing things. We want to put people in a box. Handicapped, African-American, Latino, elderly, female--the list goes on and on. Let’s try this list--human being, child of God, person for whom Christ died. That’s the first question on our “eye” exam. How do you see other people? The Rev. David Andrus ...

9. A Glimpse of God

John 14:5-14

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George Bass

... childhood experience he had that was a "hint" of God’s presence and power to the agnostic. As a child, he - David - was a Roman Catholic who lived in a town in England which had a definite religious (Roman Catholic) minority. The baker, a Mr. Blacker, who was thought to be a "free-thinker," tempted David by giving him cakes he had baked and allowing him to play with an electric train he owned. David was an altar boy and Blacker once handed him a communion wafer he had baked, saying: "I can bake the things ...

10. Don't Fade Out On the Amen and the Hallelujah

Revelation 19:1-10

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Maxie Dunnam

... musical scores included an Amen. I have no problem with the fact that those amens have been left out in the new addition – but Bishop Baker’s admonition “Don’t fade out on the Amens” is still relevant. It means more than whether we sound a joyful amen at the end ... Power Giver – Conscience Prodder – Truth Bringer We adore and praise God for who God is. We thank God for what God does. David is among the students I am praying for this week. On the paper that he returned to me – when I requested ...

11. The Apostles' Creed: "God...Almighty"

Mark 15:33-41, Mark 15:21-32

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... 10-year-old found raped and murdered] prayed for her safe return from school? "God, the Father, ALMIGHTY...?" Right! In Russell Baker's book, Growing Up, he talks about being five years old and losing his 33-year-old father to an acute diabetic ... , a mother, and their young daughter. I did not know the parents, but I did know Beth. She was a sixth-grader, one of my David's classmates. She had performed with Erin in the local Community Theatre and had become my daughter's good friend. Beth was a gorgeous and ...

12. Facing Fears, Kingdom Style

Matthew 6:25-34

Sermon

Phil Thrailkill

... Dockery & David Garland, Seeking the Kingdom (Wheaton, ILL: Shaw, 1992), 96-97. 10. Sermon 60, “The General Deliverance,” http://gbgm-umc.org/UMHISTORY/ Wesley/sermons/serm-060. 11. Idem. 12. Idem. 13. Idem. 14. Idem. 15. Michael Green, ed., Illustrations for Biblical Preaching (Grand Rapids: Baker, 1990), 21. 16. Matthew 25:14-30, 24:45-51, 25:1-13. 17. Michael Green, editor, Illustrations for Biblical Preaching (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker, 1990), 21. 18. PreachingToday.com search under Mt. 6:25-34.

13. Restoration of Israel

Jeremiah 30:1--31:40

Understanding Series

Tremper Longman III

... to a foreign power will give way to a service to the Lord and his representative, the king in the line of David. “Liberation in the biblical view is a change of masters” (Lundbom, Jeremiah 21–36, p. 390). It is interesting to reflect on ... contexts, but the Hebrew is different (for which see T. Longman III, “Nahum,” in T. McComiskey [ed.], The Minor Prophets, vol. 2 [Baker, 1993], 807–8). 30:12 The metaphor of the incurable wound is used elsewhere in the prophets, Jeremiah 8:22; 10:19; Micah ...

14. The Difference Between Looking Good And Being Good

Matthew 23:1-39

Sermon

King Duncan

... Here was his chance to bask in the admiration of the people! To reap the rewards from his many years of service! Instead, David chose to remain in Africa, where he lived in poverty. He died of a tropical disease. Both brothers lived out their dreams. And yet, on John Livingstone's tomb are ... by Wayne Rouse. 10. Michael P. Green, Illustrations for Biblical Preaching (Grand Rapids, MI.: Baker Book House, 1989). Cited in Tommy Barnett. Adventure Yourself (Lake Mary, FL: Creation House, 2000), pp. 131-132.

15. When You Are Uncertain About Your Salvation

1 Kings 3:1-15

Sermon

King Duncan

... .' The second reason why many people never accept the full joy of their salvation: they have some unresolved guilt in their heart. It was David who wrote, "Restore unto me the joy of my salvation." I wonder if he wrote that after his transgression with Bathsheba? The knowledge of what ... to hold anything back. You are already his--forever! (1) Matthew Prince, Winning Through Caring (Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1981). (2) E. Stanley Jones, Victory Through Surrender (Nashville: Abingdon Press, 1966), pp. 45- ...

16. The Lord's Prayer: "Our Daily Bread"

Matthew 6:5-15

Sermon

David E. Leininger

... bread." Then he went to sleep, confident that the Lord would take care of it. Early the next morning, a knock came on the orphanage door. It was a neighborhood baker with a load of bread and rolls. The man said that, during the night, he had gotten the feeling that the children needed some food, and the feeling was so ... Westminster/John Knox, 1990), p. 61 6. James 2:15-16 7. David Kepple quoted by Clarence Macartney, The Lord's Prayer, (New York: Fleming H. Revell, 1942), p. 51 8. Quoted by MacArthur, p. 89

17. God's Sovereign Choice

Romans 9:1-29

Understanding Series

James R. Edwards

... Sinai (Exod. 19:5) and on the plains of Moab (Deut. 29:1) and in the promised land (Josh. 8:30f.), and finally with David (2 Sam. 7:21ff.)? What people could boast of receiving … the law, the Torah, Israel’s crown and eternal instruction? Was not temple worship ... been argued by John Piper, The Justification of God: An Exegetical and Theological Study of Romans 9:1–23 (Grand Rapids: Baker, 1983). 9:19–21 Anders Nygren makes a perceptive comment on v. 19: “But when everything is thus placed in God’ ...

18. Blessed Are the Abnormal

James 2:1-13

Sermon

King Duncan

... I am a friend of the poor like Jesus was.” Not impressed, the baker’s wife told him, “You are no longer normal.” (1) Van Gogh’s governing body in the church agreed with the baker’s wife. They disagreed with van Gogh’s lifestyle and refused to renew ... t have a chance. 1. Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan, Vincent van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist, p. 22. Cited in David Bruce, 250 Anecdotes About Religion: Volume 2 (Kindle edition). 2. (New York: Broadway Books 2008). 3. Steven Mosley, Secrets of the ...

19. The Evangelist Has a Shady Past

John 4:1-26

Sermon

King Duncan

... Mommy and Daddy, and big sister, or do you want to go to the lake of fire to be with the Devil and bank robbers?” David thought a moment, then replied, “I want to stay right here.” (1) Sounds like a smart little fellow. Maybe little Debbie was not the ideal ... light. 1. Jim Abrahamson in Edward K. Rowell, 1001 Quotes, Illustrations, and Humorous Stories (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Publishing Group, 2008), p. 322. 2. Jeremy Troxler, http://faithandleadership.com/sermons/coming-soon 3. (Nashville: Thomas ...

20. Playing Golf at Midnight

Mark 10:46-52

Sermon

King Duncan

... was the Messiah. His shouting made many of his fellow bystanders uncomfortable. They rebuked Bartimaeus and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, “Son of David, have mercy on me!” Then something dramatic happened. Jesus stopped and said, “Call him.” How did Jesus possibly pick Bartimaeus out in that crowd? How does Christ ... : Encouragement for Success in Every Walk of Life (Kindle Edition). 4. Charles W. Koller, Expository Preaching Without Notes (Grand Rapids: Baker Book House), p. 81.

21. Giving Our Best

Mark 7:24-37

Sermon

King Duncan

... 3. Hilgemann, Brandon. Preaching Nuts & Bolts: Conquer Sermon Prep, Save Time, and Write Better Messages (Kindle Locations 1135-1137). 4. On Being a Servant of God (Grand Rapids: Baker Publishing Group, 2007), p. 78. 5. (Tulsa, OK: Honor Books, 2000), p. 153. 6. Zig Ziglar, Life Lifters (Nashville: Broadman &Holman Publishers, 2003). 7. David Brooks, The Road to Character (New York: Random House), 2015. Cited in The Daily Coach, Sept. 12, 2020. 8. ‘Superman isn’t Supposed to Die:’ Reflections on Death ...

22. A Daughter of Jacob

Matthew 15:21-28

Sermon

Richard Hoefler

... heart. And where was the concern of her heart? Not on herself but on her daughter. She came to Jesus, and she cried out, "Son of David, sir! Have mercy on me! My daughter has a demon and is in a terrible condition." The whole life of this mother was focused on the ... in Lent, March 2, 1969). 14. Smart, op. cit. p. 72. 15. Herschel Hobbs, An Exposition of the Gospel of Matthew (Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1965), p. 203. 16. Taylor, op. cit. p. 302. 17. Smart, op. cit. p. 72. 18. Lenski, op. cit. p. 349. ...

23. God's Job Profile

Amos 7:10-17

Sermon

King Duncan

... man in a fit of anger. Then there was Samson. Look how easily he let a woman lead him astray. And then David. Adulterer. Murderer. Surely God could have done better. And Jonah ” fleeing from God because he hated the people of Nineveh. For that ... people, then our willingness to order our lives according to His principles is quite important. A very old woman came to Jacob the baker to ask his advice. Jacob was renowned for his great wisdom. "Listen, young man!" she said sharply. "I want to ask you something. ...

24. Maker's Mark

2 Corinthians 1:12--2:4

Sermon

Leonard Sweet

... person in my life. In a move reflective of the warped way in which our culture increasingly thinks, I wrote an autobiography. We think about ourselves first; our highest regard is reserved for ourselves." (Pastor/writer David W. Henderson, Culture Shift: Communicating God's Truth to Our Changing World; Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 1998, 103.) What would happen in this world if we stopped trying to make our mark and started focusing on how we might better illumine the Maker's mark that's been tattooed on ...

25. Advent 4

Mt 1:18-25 · Rom 1:1-7 · Isa 7:10-17 · Ps 80

Sermon Aid

Russell F. Anderson

... which he is consecrated or set apart? The gospel concerning the One promised by the prophets; the One who is both human (Son of David) and divine (v. 4); the One through whom we have received grace and apostleship so that others might come to the obedience of ... Jews to safety by the end of October that year. After the massacre/suicide of about 1,000 people in Jonestown, Guyana, Russell Baker, columnist for The New York Times wrote an article in which he compared freaks to zombies. The 1960s was the era of ...

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