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Luke 14:25-35

Sermon

King Duncan

... discovered that there is both a vertical and a horizontal dimension to life, and it is the vertical dimension that empowers us and gives us hope. Pastor Robert Morgan was working on a sermon based on Isaiah 40: “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like ... (Uhrichsville, OH: Narbour & Company, 1986). 4. February 5, 1996, p. 19. 5. Robert J. Morgan, From This Verse (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1998). 6. Ben Kinchlow, You Don’t Have To If You

2. When You're Rejected

Matthew 21:33-46

Sermon

King Duncan

... his wounds were we healed” (1 Peter 2:24). Because he was wounded, he could reach out to us. Christian author Robert J. Morgan tells us something interesting about Michelangelo’s magnificent statue of David. As you probably know, the statue of David is an enormous work of art. Morgan says it was carved from a block of marble eighteen feet high. But perhaps you didn’t know, says Morgan, that Michelangelo wasn’t the first person to attempt to craft a statue from that chunk of marble. An earlier artist ...

3. Spirit Power

Acts 2:1-13

Sermon

King Duncan

... 1994, p. 182. 2. Kinky Friedman, Kinky Friedman’s Guide to Texas Etiquette (New York: Cliff Street Books, 2001), pp. 49-50. 3. Rev. Richard J. Fairchild (http://www.rockies.net/~spirit/sermons/c-ea07sn.php). 4. William H. Willimon, Pulpit Resource, Vol. 27, No. 1. 5. Vance Havner, In Times Like These (Grand Rapids, MI.: Fleming H. Revell, 1969), 71-76. Found in Robert J. Morgan. From This Verse (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1998). 6. Jim Wallis, God’s Politics (HarperSanFrancisco, 2005). 7 ...

4. Praise the King with a Song of Joy

Luke 2:1-7

Sermon

King Duncan

... 1989), p. 118. 4. 1000 Windows: A Speaker’s Sourcebook of Illustrations, edited by Robert C. Shannon, Standard Publishing, 1984. 5. “Overwhelmed” by J. Wallace Hamilton, published by The Methodist Center, Jan. 28, 1968, p. 6. 6. Howard and Phyllis Rutledge with Mel and Lyla White, In the Presence of Mine Enemies (Old Tappan, N.J.: Fleming H. Revell Co., 1973), excerpts taken from Chapter 5. Cited by Robert J. Morgan, Then Sings My Soul, Book 2 (Nashville: Nelson Reference and Electronic, 2004), p. 193 ...

5. They'll Know We Are Christians by Our...

Galatians 5:1-15

Sermon

King Duncan

... explain a love like that. 1. John Buchanan, “Beginnings and Endings,” The Christian Century, Jan 25, 2012. Cited in The Rev. Dr. Thomas G. Long, http://day1.org/3823 the_start_of_the_trail. 2. As told by Ed McManus in The Jokesmith. 3. Robert J. Morgan, Preacher’s Sourcebook Creative Sermon Illustrations (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2007), p. 463. 4. “What You See Sticks” by Rick Brown, 1Life2Love. 5. Roberta Bondi, To Pray and To Love (Fortress Press), 1991, pp. 14-15. Cited by Pastor Jeremy ...

6. The Problem with "Fawneys"

Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

Sermon

King Duncan

... to the top of Mount Sinai and read the Ten Commandments aloud.” “I have a better idea,” Mark Twain remarked. “Why don’t you stay right at home in Boston and keep them.” Twain knew the man’s heart. Phony. Hypocrite. Robert J. Morgan tells about the disgust many Americans felt when transcripts of the famous Watergate tapes were released. Many Americans were stunned to read of the unrestrained filthiness of language used in the Oval Office by President Richard Nixon and his associates. Nixon’s ...

7. The Sound of Silence

Matthew 5:1-12

Sermon

King Duncan & Angela Akers

... thing restored. So we can find strength in the knowledge that God walks beside us in our brokenness and find assurance that God will turn our brokenness into blessedness and all things will be made new in His kingdom. 1. Robert J. Morgan, Preacher’s Sourcebook Creative Sermon Illustrations (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2007), p. 706. 2. https://howloud.com/soundscore/. 3. “Earth’s Quietest Place Will Drive You Crazy in 45 Minutes” by Rose Eveleth Smithsonian Magazine, December 17, 2013, https ...

8. Rock Solid

Matthew 7:24-29

Sermon

King Duncan

... New Testament (Nashville, TN: Broadman Press, 1991). 3. Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen, Chicken Soup for The Christian Soul 101 Stories to Open the Heart and Rekindle the Spirit (Deerfield Beach, FL: Health Communications, Inc, 1997), pp. 305-306. 4. (Waco: Word Books, 1979), pp. 27‑31. Cited in Robert J. Morgan, Preacher’s Sourcebook Creative Sermon Illustrations (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2007), p. 445. 5. http://www.ashcreekbaptistchurch.com/sermons/allonebody.pdf.

9. Party Time!

Mark 2:18-22

Sermon

King Duncan

... fun in their daily lives. And there are endless possibilities for enjoyment in almost any facet of life. Except, it seems, in our worship of God. Author Robert Louis Stevenson once entered in his diary, as if he were recording an extraordinary phenomenon, “I have been to Church today, and am not depressed.” Ask the ... in Stories of Emergence, edited by Mike Yaconelli (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2003), p. 16. 5. Robert J. Morgan, Then Sings My Soul, Book 2 (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2004), p. 209.

10. How to Have a Rich Future

Mark 13:24-37

Sermon

King Duncan

... we do know how it all turns out. Those who are in Christ win. 1. MONDAY FODDER, http://mail.family-safe-mail.com/. 2. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2013/dec/17/preacher-harold-camping-dies-the-rapture. 3. Cited in Robert J. Morgan, Nelson’s Complete Book of Stories, Illustrations, and Quotes. Electronic ed. (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 2000). 4. By David Borgenicht and Joshua Piven (San Francisco: Chronicle Books, 2000). Cited in “Help! Quicksand!” by Nadya Labi, Time Magazine, April 17 ...

11. Worriers Or Warriors?

John 14:15-31

Sermon

King Duncan

... up for those things that are right and good and lasting. They received courage and they received comfort. The year was 1887, and a humble music professor named A.J. Showalter received some sad news. Two of his former students had just lost their wives. Both of these men were in despair, and looked to their old music professor ... (New York: Simon & Schuster, 1998), p. 168. 4. (Nashville: Dimensions for Living, 1995), p. 12. 5. Robert J. Morgan. From This Verse (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1998).

12. Don't Be Afraid

Matthew 14:22-36

Sermon

King Duncan

... Prentice-Hall, Inc. 1967), p. 60. 4. Lee Iacocca With Catherine Whitney, Where Have All the Leaders Gone? (New York: Simon & Schuster, Inc, 2007), pp. 176-177. 5. Robert J. Morgan, Preacher’s Sourcebook Creative Sermon Illustrations (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2007), p. 295. 6. John A. Boadus, A Commentary on The Gospel of Matthew (Philadelphia: American Baptist Publication Society, 1888), p. 327. 7. Marilyn T. Hedgpeth, http://www.firstpres-durham.org/Sermons/011308.pdf. 8. Thomas E.S. (Ted) Miller ...

13. A Faith that Will Transform You

Luke 19:1-10

Sermon

King Duncan

... There was just one problem. After his so-called conversion Mickey Cohen didn’t change his behavior or his mob connections. J. Edwin Orr, a revivalist and historian, was with Billy Graham when Cohen made his alleged conversion. When confronted about his lack ... Playing the Good News Off‑Key,” Christianity Today, January 1, 1982, 24‑25. Cited in Robert J. Morgan, Preacher’s Sourcebook Creative Sermon Illustrations (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2007), pp. 662-663. 3. William G: Shepherd, Great Preachers ...

14. Will God Be With Us?

Exodus 33:12-23

Sermon

King Duncan & Angela Akers

... until they rest in You.” As Moses discovered, to truly know God, we must know God’s glory and God’s goodness. Dr. Nicholas J. Schaser defines God’s glory as “a concrete manifestation of divine presence that interacts with people.” Glory and goodness are the essential, integral, definitive ... .html?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email. 8. “The Man Who Loved John 3:16” by Robert J. Morgan, Posted on: September 22, 2009, https://www.robertjmorgan.com/devotional/the-man-who-loved-john-316/.

15. Peace, Blessed Peace

John 14:15-31

Sermon

King Duncan

... do not be afraid." 1. Micheal Kelley, THE PASTOR'S STORY FILE, April 1996, p. 6. 2. William R. Lampkin, MINUTE DEVOTIONS (Lima, Ohio: Fairway Press, 1990). 3. Hazel Goddard, HOPE FOR TOMORROW (Wheaton, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, 1971), pp. 136 137. 4. OUR DAILY BREAD, July 9, 1994. 5. Robert J. Morgan, ON THIS DAY (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1997), Feb. 7.

16. Don't Look Down

Matthew 14:22-36

Sermon

King Duncan

... arms holding us up. And that brings us to a final thing to be said: RISKING GREAT THINGS FOR GOD IS NO RISK AT ALL. When we attempt to do great things for God, we find that God is with us each step of the way. Robert J. Morgan, in his book, On This Day, tells about missionaries Dick and Margaret Hillis. These committed Christians found themselves caught in China during the Japanese invasion of the Second World War. The couple lived with their two children in the inland town of Shenkiu. The village was ...

17. What Does It Mean To Be Really Free?

Galatians 5:1-15

Sermon

King Duncan

... . 25. 3. Leigh W. Rutledge. Would I Lie to You? (New York: A Plume Book, 1998), pp. 16-17. 3. Jamie Buckingham, Parables (Lake Mary, Florida: Creation House, 1991). 4. “Being Strong and Courageous" by Tom Lehman, as told to Jim Adair, in Decision June 1997, p.11. Cited by Robert J. Morgan, From This Verse (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1998). 5. Brian Atwood in Leadership, Fall 1998. 6. July 1, 2001--4th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 8)13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

18. Why The British Coast Guard Doesn't Like Eric, But God Does

Luke 15:1-7

Sermon

King Duncan

... Beyond Reason (Grand Rapids: Zondervan Publishing House, 1999), pp. 11-12. 5. William Barclay, The Gospel of Luke (Philadelphia: Westminster Press, 1975), p. 200. 6. This was sent to us by a friend who took it from the Internet. The source is unknown. It was attributed to "Terri B." 7. Robert J. Morgan, From This Verse (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1998).

19. Love Of Life

Ezekiel 37:1-14

Sermon

King Duncan

... by Dr. John Bardsley. Source: INTERNET, 5/13/2000. 4. Contributed by Dr. John Bardsley. Source: Stanley, Gary, WHAT MY DOG HAS TAUGHT ME ABOUT LIFE, p. 26. 5. Diane M. Komp, M.D., A WINDOW TO HEAVEN (Grand Rapids, Mich.: Zondervan Publishing House, 1992), pp. 28-29. 6. Robert J. Morgan, MORE REAL STORIES FOR THE SOUL (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 2000), pp. 137-140. 7. "I Will Be There For You" by Zoe Koplowitz with Mike Celizic from "The Winning Spirit," READER'S DIGEST, August 1998, pp.129-133.

20. More Than Skin Deep

Joel 2:1-11

Sermon

King Duncan

... for you to draw closer to God than you have ever been before? It can happen if you are ready for a new heart and mind. 1. Vance Havner, In Times Like These (Grand Rapids, MI: Fleming H. Revell, 1969), pp. 71-76. Found in Robert J. Morgan. From This Verse (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1998). 2. "One From the Heart" by Victoria Dawson, Smithsonian, Feb. 2003, pp. 25-26. 3. William Temple, "Christian Faith and Life," Library of Anglican Spirituality, 1931, p. 67, The Clergy Journal, Feb. 2002, p. 32. 4 ...

21. God Help the Fish

Mark 1:9-13

Sermon

King Duncan

... . Surrender your life to Christ today. 1. ktodd@vci.net (Keith Todd) Sermon_Fodder-owner@onelist.com. 2. Wayne Dyer, Wisdom of the Ages (New York: Quill, 1998), pp. 149-150. 3. Ibid., pp. 207-208. 4. Marianne Williamson, The Gift of Change (New York: HarperSanFrancisco, 2004), pp. 113-114. 5. Robert J. Morgan, Then Sings My Soul, Book 2 (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2004), p. 299.

22. If You Are Willing

Mark 1:40-45

Sermon

King Duncan

... , Volume 112, No. 2 & 3, p. 6. 5. Richard Exley. Strength for the Storm (Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1999), p. 18. 6. Vance Havner, Playing Marbles with Diamonds (Grand Rapids, Mich: Baker Book House, 1995), p. 97. Cited in The Red Sea Rules, 10 God-given Strategies for Difficult Times, Robert J. Morgan, Thomas Nelson Publishers, (Nashville, 2001).

23. A Powerful Sacrament

Mark 1:1-8

Sermon

King Duncan

... have adopted this new script for our lives. Baptism tells us who we are. We are Christ’s forever. We are baptized! 1. Vance Havner, Threescore and Ten (Old Tappan, NJ: Fleming H. Revell Co., 1973), pp. 71‑72. Cited in Robert J. Morgan, Preacher’s Sourcebook Creative Sermon Illustrations (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2007), p. 45. 2. The Christian Century (November 29, 2005), pp. 22-28. 3. “Catch of a Lifetime” in Stephen R. Covey, Everyday Greatness (Nashville, TN: Rutledge Hill Press, 2006 ...

24. People of the Book

2 Timothy 3:10--4:8

Sermon

King Duncan

... to them. God showed them what He wanted them to do. And God purified them and molded them into the image of Christ. 1. From the Internet. Source unknown. 2. USA Today. 3. Lee Strobel, God’s Outrageous Claims (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House, 1997), pp. 55-56. 4. Robert J. Morgan, Preacher’s Sourcebook Creative Sermon Illustrations (Nashville: Thomas Nelson, 2007), pp. 95-96. 5. Peggy Noonan. Simply Speaking (New York: Regan Books, 1998), p. 22. 6. From the Internet. Source unknown.

25. Adopted! Thank God!

Ephesians 1:1-14

Sermon

King Duncan

... much God loves you? Are you ready to go beyond resolutions this New Year to a revolution a new life, a new purpose, a new identity as one who belongs to God? 1. Parables, Etc., January, 1987, p. 4. Cited in Robert J. Morgan, Preacher’s Sourcebook Creative Sermon Illustrations (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 2007), pp. 127-128. 2. http://www.sermonsfromseattle.com/christmas_the_liberator.htm. 3. Bruce Larson, Living Out the Book of Acts (Dallas: Word Publishing, 1984), p. 73. 4. http://stpaulstervuren ...

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