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It's Best To Obey Jesus -- 1 -- Luke 5:4-7 -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
The disciples obeyed and caught fish. Scripture: Luke 5:4-7
It's Best To Obey Jesus -- 2 -- Luke 5:4-11, Matthew 4:19 -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
Good things happen when we obey Jesus.
It's Best To Obey Jesus -- 3 -- Luke 5:11, John 15:12 -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
We can follow Jesus wherever we are.
Salt Of The Earth -- Matthew 5:13a -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
God's people do the work of salt. Scripture: Matthew 5:13a
Warnings -- 2 Timothy 3:16, John 13:34 -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
Blessed are those who obey God's Word.
Wisdom From Proverbs -- 1 -- Proverbs 9:10a -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
God is awake, loving, and caring.
Wisdom From Proverbs -- 2 -- Proverbs 15:32 -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
We should pay attention to our teacher.
Labor Day -- Proverbs 6:6-8 -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
When we work or play, we do it in a way that pleases Jesus.
Wisdom From Proverbs -- 3 -- Proverbs 9:10 -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
A wise person watches what he or she says.
The Apple Of God's Eye -- Psalm 17:8 -- Julia E. Bland -- 2006
Are we as useful as apples?
Growing Up In God -- Wesley T. Runk -- 2005
Growing Up In God
Celebrating Jesus' Birth -- Wesley T. Runk -- 2005
Celebrating Jesus' Birth
Thanksgiving -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Sings to the tune of "Up On The Housetop")
Who Said That? -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Talking on the telephone) Hello, Norman? This is Peter.
A Thanksgiving Game -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: When you think about Thanksgiving, Peter, what comes to mind?
"This Little Light Of Mine" -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Holding flashlight, shines it all around and sings, slightly off key)
Angels Look At Christmas -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Dressed like an angel) Look at all those people out there!
"Forgive Us Our Debts" -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: The nerve of that guy! Who does he think he is, anyway? Trying to cheat me like that.
How Do You Catch The Christmas Spirit? -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Carries a butterfly net) I think I almost had some that time.
I'm Allergic To That Word "School" -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Hi, Peter.Peter: Hi, Pastor.
An Interview With Santa -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
(Peter is dressed with a Santa hat and a white beard)
God's Phone Number -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Hello, Peter. What's the matter? You look like you lost your last friend.
We Can Give Something To Jesus -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Hi, Peter! What's the matter with you? I thought you caught the Christmas spirit.
On The Lighter Side -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Well, Peter, how are you today?Peter: I'm terrific!
Camp Fire -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Good morning, Peter. We missed you on Girl Scout Sunday.

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Epiphany 4 / Ordinary Time 4 -- 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Epiphany 4 | Ordinary Time 4 - C -- 2009
... if I hand over my body so that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.
Easter Day -- Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Easter Day - C -- 2009
The stone that the builders rejected has become the chief cornerstone.
Proper 15 / Pentecost 13 / Ordinary Time 20 -- Psalm 80:1-2, 8-19 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - C -- 2009
Why then have you broken down its walls, so that all who pass along the way pluck its fruit?
Advent 4 -- Luke 1:39-45 (46-55) -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - C -- 2009
In those days Mary set out and went with haste to a Judean town in the hill country....
Proper 10 / Pentecost 8 / Ordinary Time 15 -- Colossians 1:1-14 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 10 | Ordinary Time 15 - C -- 2009
Just as it is bearing fruit and growing in the whole world, so it has been bearing fruit among yo
Lent 2 -- Luke 13:31-35 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Second Sunday in Lent - C -- 2009
Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the city that kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to it!
The Day of Pentecost -- Romans 8:14-17 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Day of Pentecost - C -- 2009
For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God.-- Romans 8:14
Proper 23 / Ordinary Time 28 -- Psalm 66:1-12 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - C -- 2009
Come and see what God has done: he is awesome in his deeds among mortals.
Epiphany 4 / Ordinary Time 4 -- Luke 4:21-30 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Epiphany 4 | Ordinary Time 4 - C -- 2009
All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth.
Easter Day -- 1 Corinthians 15:19-26 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Easter Day - C -- 2009
For since death came through a human being, the resurrection of the dead has also come through a
Proper 15 / Pentecost 13 / Ordinary Time 20 -- Hebrews 11:29--12:2 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - C -- 2009
Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day -- Isaiah 52:7-10 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- The Nativity of our Lord - C -- 2009
How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of the messenger who announces peace, who brings go
Proper 10 / Pentecost 8 / Ordinary Time 15 -- Luke 10:25-37 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 10 | Ordinary Time 15 - C -- 2009
Which of these three, do you think, was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of the robb
Lent 3 -- Isaiah 55:1-9 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Third Sunday in Lent - C -- 2009
Why do you spend your money for that which is not bread, and your labor for that which does not s
The Day of Pentecost -- John 14:8-17 (25-27) -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Day of Pentecost - C -- 2009
This is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows
Proper 23 / Pentecost 21 / Ordinary Time 28 -- 2 Timothy 2:8-15 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - C -- 2009
Remind them of this, and warn them before God that they are to avoid wrangling over words, which
Epiphany 5 / Ordinary Time 5 -- Isaiah 6:1-8 (9-13) -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Epiphany 5 | Ordinary Time 5 - C -- 2009
In the year that king Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lofty ...
Easter Day -- John 20:1-18 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Easter Day - C -- 2009
Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark....-- John 20:1a
Proper 15 / Pentecost 13 / Ordinary Time 20 -- Luke 12:49-56 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 15 | Ordinary Time 20 - C -- 2009
I have a baptism with which to be baptized, and what stress I am under until it is completed!
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day -- Psalm 98 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- The Nativity of our Lord - C -- 2009
Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth; break forth into joyous song and sing praises.
Proper 11 / Ordinary Time 16 -- Amos 8:1-12 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 11 | Ordinary Time 16 - C -- 2009
The time is surely coming, says the Lord God, when I will send a famine on the land; not a famine
Lent 3 -- Psalm 63:1-8 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Third Sunday in Lent - C -- 2009
Because your steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise you.
The Holy Trinity -- Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Trinity Sunday | 1st Sunday after Pentecost - C -- 2009
The Lord created me at the beginning of his work, the first of his acts of long ago.
Proper 23 / Pentecost 21 / Ordinary Time 28 -- Luke 17:11-19 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - C -- 2009
He prostrated himself at Jesus' feet and thanked him. And he was a Samaritan.
Epiphany 5 / Ordinary Time 5 -- Psalm 138 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Epiphany 5 | Ordinary Time 5 - C -- 2009
I give you thanks, O Lord, with my whole heart ...-- Psalm 138:1a

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Miracles? No Problem! -- Lois Anne Delong, Barbara Anne Antonucci -- 2006
Characters (in order of appearance) Elizabeth Mary Gabriel
What I Did For Love -- 1 Samuel 1:4-20 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
The Waiting Place -- Marguerite D. Brown -- 2006
CharactersMary, sister of MarthaMarthaLazarus
Jesus And The Woman At The Well -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Jesus Disciple Woman
Pass The Cheerios -- Jill Lamkin -- 2006
Can we keep our passion for life?
Home By Another Way -- Lois Anne Delong, Barbara Anne Antonucci -- 2006
Characters (in order of appearance) Narrator Wise Man 1 Wise Man 2
Perched On The Edge Of Heaven -- Matthew 17:1-9, Mark 9:2-9, Luke 9:28-36 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Jesus And Peter's Confession -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator James John Peter Jesus
Seven Miles Of Miracle -- Luke 24:13-35 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Flowers On A Saturday -- Jill Lamkin -- 2006
"Flowers On A Saturday" is the story of gossip.
The Crazy One And The Chosen One -- Luke 2:22-40 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Jesus And The Transfiguration -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator John Peter James Jesus God
Dear John -- Mark 1:1-8 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Grace -- Jill Lamkin -- 2006
God's grace finds us wherever we are.
Dinner With The King -- Gary W. Fehring -- 2006
CharactersReaderKingServant
Jesus And The Shepherds Of Bethlehem -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
CharactersNarrator Luke Mary Roman Soldier Joseph
Jesus And The Woman Of Adultery -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Woman 1 Pharisee 1 Pharisee 2 Woman 2
Gone, But Not Forgotten -- Acts 1:1-11 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
That It May Be Well With You -- Jill Lamkin -- 2006
"That It May Be Well With You" explores honoring one's parents and being an honorable parent.
Passover -- Galatians 5:1 -- Gary W. Fehring -- 2006
Characters
Jesus And The Wise Men -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Luke Mary Joseph Magi 1 Magi 2
Jesus And The Rich Young Man -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Rich Young Man PeterQuestions
Here We Go Again -- Acts 9:36-43 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
How's Your Vision? -- Jill Lamkin -- 2006
When our spiritual vision needs adjustment, we can't see past the end of our noses, and often we don
Jesus Food -- Gary W. Fehring -- 2006
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Rules -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
A farmer was plagued with city folks trespassing on his land
Babies -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
The inquisitive neighbor approached the expectant mother in
Medicine And Medical -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Medical terminology for the layperson:Artery -- the study of fine paintings
Exams -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Dr. Robert Palmer tells of a student who failed to prepare
Samaritans -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
A man was driving along a freeway when he noticed a lady by
Baldness -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
God made a few perfect heads, the rest he covered with hair.
Methodists -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
A bandit confronted a Methodist circuit rider in an isolated
Excuses -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
One Sunday Barry Bailey's televised service lost its sound for
Second Coming -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
A red Porsche convertible pulled up to the red light. Its
Banking -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
A package of $100 bills was missing at the bank. The staff
Money -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
A woman inquired of a Methodist minister if he would baptize
Exercise -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Someone has said the only exercise that some people take is
Sins And Sinner -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
The painter was supposed to use a quality paint in painting
Solomon Wisdom -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
The seven-year-old was taking care of his two-year-old
Banquets -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
What is a banquet? It is an affair where persons all dressed-
Music -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Jack Benny told of the time he carried his violin case to the
Expectations -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Some things never turn out to be as big as you expected:
Sports -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
St. Peter and Satan were having an argument one day about
Baptism -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
The gambler had been converted in a revival meeting and was
Names -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Then, of course, there was a coal miner in West Virginia whose
Faith -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
During World War II, in a Humphrey Bogart movie, a sailor says
T-shirts -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
"How Can I Fly Like An Eagle When I Have To Work With Turkeys?"
Baptists -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Some years ago I was speaking in Columbia, South Carolina, at
Nepotism -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Some years ago Russ Hedderly, then a linebacker for Kent
Family -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
The new neighbor was talking with a seven-year-old boy living

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We came in with nothing -- 1 Timothy 6:7 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: We came in with nothingLocation: 1 Timothy 6:7
Heap coals of fire on one's head -- Romans 12:20 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Heap coals of fire on one's headLocation: Romans 12:20
Shout for joy -- Psalm 5:11 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Shout for joyLocation: Psalm 5:11
Don't hide your light under a bushel -- Matthew 5:15 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Don't hide your light under a bushel
Whatever you do, do it the best you can -- Ecclesiastes 9:10 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Whatever you do, do it the best you can
Holier than thou -- Isaiah 65:3, 5 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Holier than thouLocation: Isaiah 65:3, 5
Signs of the times -- Matthew 16:3 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Signs of the timesLocation: Matthew 16:3
Don't let the sun go down on your anger -- Ephesians 4:26 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Don't let the sun go down on your anger
When the ox is in the ditch -- Luke 14:5 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: When the ox is in the ditchLocation: Luke 14:5
How long, oh, how long! -- Exodus 10:3 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: How long, oh, how long! Location: Exodus 10:3
Smoother than butter -- Psalm 55:21 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Smoother than butterLocation: Psalm 55:21
Don't worry about tomorrow -- Matthew 6:34 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Don't worry about tomorrowLocation: Matthew 6:34 (NRSV)
Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also -- Matthew 6:21 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also
A hypocrite -- Matthew 23:27 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: A hypocriteLocation: Matthew 23:27
Some to honor and some to dishonor -- 2 Timothy 2:20 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Some to honor and some to dishonor
Dot every "i" and cross every "t" -- Matthew 5:17-18 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Dot every "i" and cross every "t"
A whisperer separates the best of friends -- Proverbs 16:28 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: A whisperer separates the best of friends
If you don't work, you don't eat -- 2 Thessalonians 3:10 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: If you don't work, you don't eat
Sour grapes -- Ezekiel 18:2 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Sour grapesLocation: Ezekiel 18:2
Down to the sea in ships -- Psalm 107:23-24 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Down to the sea in shipsLocation: Psalm 107:23-24
A widow's mite -- Mark 12:42 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: A widow's miteLocation: Mark 12:42
In due season -- Galatians 6:9 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: In due seasonLocation: Galatians 6:9
Spare the rod and spoil the child -- Proverbs 13:24 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Spare the rod and spoil the child
A drop in the bucket -- Isaiah 40:15 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: A drop in the bucketLocation: Isaiah 40:15
Wisdom is more precious than jewels -- Proverbs 3:15 -- Ellis Dillard Thompson -- 1998
Expression: Wisdom is more precious than jewels

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Christmas Eve / Christmas Day -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
In the scripture you instructed us, O God, to "be still, and know that I am God." Tonight is one of
Christmas Eve -- Daniel J. Weitner -- 2000
MeditationEveryone, come greet the day Of mirth and cheer! With angels say,
Thanksgiving Day -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Lord, this is the time of year when we Americans remind ourselves to be thankful.
Easter Sunday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Our God, if we had been at the empty grave with Peter and John on that Sunday of Sundays, how would
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O God, why can't we always be on vacation? Resting when we wish, swimming when we wish.
Sundays after Epiphany -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Gracious Provider, we are embarrassed to admit that we've failed to say "Thank You," for the many go
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We are mindful today, our Healer, of our friends and family members on our prayer lists: ...
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day (child's prayer) -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
(A child's prayer)
Christmas Day -- Daniel J. Weitner -- 2000
MeditationNow lift up voices, sing his praise
Easter Sunday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Our Creator, we thank you for the gift of your creation.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We come before you, our Savior, just as we are.
Transfiguration -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
It must have been a dazzling moment for Jesus' inner circle to see the Master caught up in the compa
Transfiguration -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We thank you, O God our Creator, for being so attentive to our world and to us.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O God, our King, it is clear to us that our world, our nation, our neighborhoods are filled with peo
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Creator, we sometimes wonder about the small details of Jesus' birth.
Advent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We're starting on a journey to reach Bethlehem, O God.
Sundays After Easter -- Psalm 104 -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Our Creator, how we enjoy the arrival of spring.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Sometimes, dear Lord, we clearly see you in the behavior of others.
Ash Wednesday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Gracious God, how grateful we are that you are available to us.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O Sustainer of Life, we turn to you in confidence that you will hear us.
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
The stable in Bethlehem, O God, was likely no more crude or dirty than stables have ever been, but n
Advent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We wonder, O God, what we would have believed if we had lived in first century Israel.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
It is our intent, O Lord, to give you our undivided attention.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
This past week, Creator God, when storms and tornados swept through our community four consecutive n
Ash Wednesday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O God, we thank you for the promise of springtime; for infant birds breaking out of their shells; fo

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Seventh Sunday Of Easter -- Acts 1:6-14, 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11, John 17:1-11 -- Carlos Wilton -- Seventh Sunday of Easter - A -- 2010
Theme For The DayJesus is willing to help us bear the burden of worry.
First Sunday Of Advent -- Isaiah 2:1-5, Romans 13:11-14, Matthew 24:36-44 -- Carlos Wilton -- First Sunday of Advent - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day
Second Sunday Of Advent -- Isaiah 11:1-10, Romans 15:4-13, Matthew 3:1-12 -- Carlos Wilton -- Second Sunday of Advent - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day
Third Sunday Of Advent -- Isaiah 35:1-10, James 5:7-10, Matthew 11:2-11 -- Carlos Wilton -- Third Sunday of Advent - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day
Ash Wednesday -- Joel 2:1-2, 12-17, 2 Corinthians 5:20b--6:10, Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 -- Carlos Wilton -- Ash Wednesday - A -- 2010
The Lenten Season
Fourth Sunday Of Advent -- Isaiah 7:10-16, Romans 1:1-7, Matthew 1:18-25 -- Carlos Wilton -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - A -- 2010
Theme For The DaySometimes a good-enough Christmas is more than enough.
Nativity Of The Lord -- Isaiah 9:2-7, Titus 2:11-14, Luke 2:1-14 (15-20) -- Carlos Wilton -- The Nativity of our Lord - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day
First Sunday After Christmas -- Isaiah 63:7-9, Hebrews 2:10-18, Matthew 2:13-23 -- Carlos Wilton -- First Sunday after Christmas Day - A -- 2010
Theme For The Day
Second Sunday After Christmas Day -- Jeremiah 31:7-14, Ephesians 1:3-14, John 1:(1-9) 10-18 -- Carlos Wilton -- Second Sunday after Christmas - A -- 2010
Theme For The DayThe meaning of Christmas? Light in our darkness!
Psalm 71:1-6 -- Psalm 71:1-6 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
Martin Luther wrote it. Many have sung it lustily on Sunday morning.
Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21 -- Psalm 145:1-5, 17-21 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
The words of the ancient Sunday school teacher still ring clear in memory.
Psalm 32 -- Psalm 32 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - C -- 2009
Forgiveness is difficult. Oh, with little things it can be done.
Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 -- Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
In the United States of America today, the average household carries a credit card debt load of seve
Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 -- Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
This psalm hits the reader with laser-like precision.
Psalm 146 -- Psalm 146 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
Many Christians can be heard in or out of worship these days as they lift up their voices and say, "
Psalm 33:1-12 -- Psalm 33:1-12 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
"Praise befits the upright." This sounds right. It rolls off the tongue easily.
Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 -- Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
The words of this psalm emerge from a grateful heart.
Psalm 19 -- Psalm 19 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
Saint Paul gave the Christian church a great legacy, and that gift is the truth we proclaim: that gr
Psalm 90:1-6, 13-17 -- Psalm 90:1-6, 13-17 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
It was Rene Descartes who said, "I think, therefore I am." While not wishing to enter the questionab
You, Too, Can Be Born Again -- John 3:1-17 -- Mariann Edgar Budde -- Second Sunday in Lent - A -- 2009
There was a Pharisee named Nicodemus, a leader of the Jews.
Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 -- Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
What a prayer is uttered here!
Psalm 146 -- Psalm 146 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
There is a well-worn axiom that warns against mixing religion and politics.
Psalm 34:1-8 (9-22) -- Psalm 34:1-8 (9-22) -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
The most fervent of prayers we can offer up to God is the living out of our lives in faithfulness.
Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19 -- Psalm 116:1-4, 12-19 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
If there's one thing that people universally appreciate, it's being heard.
Psalm 19 -- Psalm 19 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
What a potent poem is rendered in this psalm.

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Building a Solid Foundation -- 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23 -- Timothy J. Smith -- Epiphany 7 | Ordinary Time 7 - A -- 2010
The long-awaited dream would soon become a reality. Ground was broken for the family's new home.
When God Does Something New -- Jeremiah 31:31-34 -- Argile Smith -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2010
After a prolonged spate of bad news about the national and global economic situation, we welcome goo
Lesson from a Chipmunk -- Acts 1:6-14 -- Tony S. Everett -- Seventh Sunday of Easter - A -- 2010
In today's first lesson the apostles are gathered with their families in an upstairs room somewhere
Praise and Blame -- 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 -- Timothy J. Smith -- Epiphany 8 | Ordinary Time 8 - A -- 2010
"Where there is no vision, the people perish," the writer of the Old Testament book of Proverbs decl
Can We Believe? -- Philippians 4:1-9 -- James L. Killen, Jr. -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - A -- 2010
Do you ever find it hard to keep on believing?
Everyone Is Invited -- Romans 1:16-17; 3:22b-28 (29-31) -- Timothy J. Smith -- 2010
Every summer Kaitlin joins her youth group on mission trips.
Choosing -- Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25 -- Argile Smith -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - A -- 2010
Do you remember the generation gap that existed between you and your parents when you were a teenage
What Can We Believe about the Bible? -- 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 -- James L. Killen, Jr. -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - A -- 2010
The words that you have just heard read in our epistle lesson for today are probably the first words
Credible Witnesses -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Timothy J. Smith -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 2010
Each one of us can remember those special transforming moments in our lives.
Powerless People -- Judges 4:1-7 -- Argile Smith -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - A -- 2010
Some time ago, someone in Fred's congregation asked him to read a book by a fellow named Tex Sample.
What Can We Believe about the Church? -- 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 -- James L. Killen, Jr. -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - A -- 2010
What can we believe about the church? That is an important question for us to ask and to answer.
Locusts Happen -- Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 -- Tony S. Everett -- Ash Wednesday - A -- 2010
It was never this bad; not in their lifetime, not in any-body's lifetime.
God Cares -- Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 -- Argile Smith -- Christ The King (Proper 29) - A -- 2010
Imagine yourself in a remote location, separated from familiar faces and places.
What Can We Believe about the Christian Life? -- 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 -- James L. Killen, Jr. -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - A -- 2010
Paul frequently reminded the Thessalonians of the kind of life that he and his friends lived while t
Will this Be on the Test? -- Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7 -- Tony S. Everett -- First Sunday in Lent - A -- 2010
What do you think might be the most common questions teachers in all grade levels hear from their st
Thanksgivings to Remember -- Deuteronomy 8:7-18 -- Argile Smith -- Thanksgiving Day - A -- 2010
Joan sat on the sofa reflecting on the Thanksgiving Day holiday that she and her children had enjoye
What Can We Believe about God's Saving Grace? -- Romans 3:19-28 -- James L. Killen, Jr. -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2010
The grace of God is the theme of some of our favorite hymns.
Voice in a Vacuum -- Genesis 12:1-4a -- Tony S. Everett -- Second Sunday in Lent - A -- 2010
At first reading it seems as if today's text is all about Abram's journey from relative obscurity to
Wake Up Call -- Romans 13:11-14 -- Timothy J. Smith -- First Sunday of Advent - A -- 2010
Advent always seems out of place with everything else that is going on around us.
What Can We Believe about Ourselves? -- 1 John 3:1-3 -- James L. Killen, Jr. -- All Saints Day - A -- 2010
When we put together the collection of things that we can believe, we need to ask a question about t
Is the Lord Among Us or Not? -- Exodus 17:1-7 -- Tony S. Everett -- Third Sunday in Lent - A -- 2010
When most folks first come to seminary they enter with very high expectations of participating in a
Unity and Hope -- Romans 15:4-13 -- Timothy J. Smith -- Second Sunday of Advent - A -- 2010
As we make our way through Advent inching closer to Christmas, our days are consumed with many tasks
What Can We Believe about the End of Time? -- 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 -- James L. Killen, Jr. -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - A -- 2010
Today we are going to talk about one of the biggest puzzles in the study of the Bible.
Hey, What's that Sound? -- 1 Samuel 16:1-13 -- Tony S. Everett -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - A -- 2010
Here's a familiar story.
The Right Reason -- Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 -- David O. Bales -- Ash Wednesday - A -- 2010
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By What Authority? -- Mark 1:21-28 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 10By What Authority?Mark 1:21-28
Remembering Charlie -- Job 38:1-7 (34-41) -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - B -- 2008
The story of Job is familiar to all of us -- a man whose world was spinning merrily along with every
Waiting And Remembering -- 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 -- David E. Leininger -- Maundy Thursday - B -- 2008
This was a special night.
Jerusalem From The West -- Mark 1:40-44 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 11Jerusalem From The West
A Disaster Of Biblical Proportions -- Job 42:1-6, 10-17 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 2008
Christmas is such a beautiful time of the year.
Sunday's Comin' -- Hebrews 10:16-25 -- David E. Leininger -- Good Friday - B -- 2008
"Hope springs eternal in the human breast." "Where there's life, there's hope." You might have heard
Althea Genler's Subtle Memorial Blessing -- Mark 4:10-12 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Emphasis or special occasion: PrayerChapter 12
Jesus' Questions -- Mark 9:30-37 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 13Jesus' QuestionsMark 9:30-37
Where Would We Be Without...? -- Romans 3:19-28 -- David E. Leininger -- Reformation Sunday - B -- 2008
"For we maintain that a man is justified by faith apart from observing the law" (v. 28).
A "No Surprises" Easter -- John 20:1-18 -- David E. Leininger -- Easter Day - B -- 2008
Why do so many millions gather for worship on Easter morning?
Gravensteins -- Mark 12:28-34 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 14GravensteinsMark 12:28-34
What Is Truly Important? -- Psalm 149 -- David E. Leininger -- All Saints Day - B -- 2008
"Praise the Lord. Sing to the Lord a new song, his praise in the assembly of the saints ...
Laugh, Thomas, Laugh! -- John 20:19-31 -- David E. Leininger -- Second Sunday of Easter - B -- 2008
The first Sunday after Easter is Holy Humor Sunday, as it is celebrated in many places.
Collision Course To The Cross -- Mark 15:21-26 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Emphasis or special occasion: Resurrection SundayChapter 15
A Wonderful Mother (-In-Law) -- Ruth 1:1-18 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - B -- 2008
You have heard the classic definition of mixed emotions: watching your mother-in-law drive off a cli
The Family Album -- 1 John 3:1-7 -- David E. Leininger -- Third Sunday of Easter - B -- 2008
"How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!
Rich And Poor Alike? -- Luke 6:17-26 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Lalia nagged Corin for weeks, "Come to church with me Sunday night.
The View From Jesus' Pew -- Mark 12:38-44 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - B -- 2008
There is an old story of a father going to church with his three daughters and giving them each two
My Shepherd -- Psalm 23 -- David E. Leininger -- Fourth Sunday of Easter - B -- 2008
There is a 2,000-year-old story that may or may not be apocryphal.
Signs -- Luke 21:25-36 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 17SignsLuke 21:25-36
What The Future Holds -- Mark 13:1-8 -- David E. Leininger -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - B -- 2008
Jesus and the disciples are leaving the temple and one of them remarks what a magnificent edifice it
A Winsome Witness -- Acts 8:26-40 -- David E. Leininger -- Fifth Sunday of Easter - B -- 2008
He was an Ethiopian bigwig.
Third Voice In The Courtyard -- Luke 22:14--23:56 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Emphasis or special occasion: Maundy (Holy) Thursday or Good Friday
The Language Of The Heart -- Psalm 98 -- David E. Leininger -- Sixth Sunday of Easter - B -- 2008
"Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things ...
Joseph Of Arimathea And Of Jerusalem -- Luke 23:50-56 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Emphasis or special occasion: Resurrection SundayChapter 19

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The Living Will And Testament Of Jesus Christ -- Romans 6:6-11 -- Mary Hoover, Amy Jo Jones -- 2008
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Come, Let Us Praise The Lord -- Psalm 147:13-21 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Second Sunday after Christmas - B -- 2008
1. Come, let us praise the Lord, In songs, with one accord,
O God, I Cry To You -- Psalm 22:1-15 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 23 | Ordinary Time 28 - B -- 2008
1. O God, I cry to you, beset with anguish. Groaning I make my plea, in great distress.
God Our Creator (God Of All Glory) -- Psalm 29 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Trinity Sunday | 1st Sunday after Pentecost - B -- 2008
1. God, our Creator, source of all strength,
God's Light Shines Brightly -- Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Epiphany of the Lord - B -- 2008
1. God’s light shines brightly now For all the world to see.
Creator God, We Praise Your Name -- Psalm 104:1-9, 24, 35c -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 24 | Ordinary Time 29 - B -- 2008
1. Creator God, we praise your name. How awesome are the works you do!
O Lord, Before Your Throne Of Grace -- Psalm 20 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 6 | Ordinary Time 11 - B -- 2008
1. O Lord, before your throne of grace We come in humble prayer.
Hear God's Voice In Glory -- Psalm 29 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- The Baptism of our Lord | Epiphany 1 | Ordinary Time 1 - B -- 2008
1. Hear God’s voice in glory now, As before the Lord we bow.
Give Blessing To God -- Psalm 34:1-8 (19-22) -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 2008
1. Give blessing to God, the star of creation.
Rise, Sovereign Lord -- Psalm 9:9-20 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 7 | Ordinary Time 12 - B -- 2008
Refrain Rise, sovereign Lord, Be the stronghold of all your people.
O How Awesome Is God's Wisdom -- Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Epiphany 2 | Ordinary Time 2 - B -- 2008
1. O how awesome is God’s wisdom, How majestic the Lord’s ways.
How Good It Is To Live As One -- Psalm 133 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Reformation Sunday - B -- 2008
1. How good it is to live as one In unity and love,
I Wait For You, O Lord -- Psalm 130 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 8 | Ordinary Time 13 - B -- 2008
1. I wait for you, O Lord, I wait, My soul awaits in hope.
In God Alone, Our Hope Is Sure -- Psalm 62:6-14 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Epiphany 3 | Ordinary Time 3 - B -- 2008
1. In God alone, our hope is sure, He is our mighty rock.
Creation's God Reigning In Splendour -- Psalm 24 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- All Saints Day - B -- 2008
1. Creation’s God, reigning in splendour, Oh, what a glorious sight to behold.
All Praise Be To Our God -- Psalm 111 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Epiphany 4 | Ordinary Time 4 - B -- 2008
1. All praise be to our God, Bestowing deeds of grace.
Praise To The Lord -- Psalm 146 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 26 | Ordinary Time 31 - B -- 2008
1. Praise to the Lord, my soul delights in praising
Sing Praise To God -- Psalm 147:1-12, 21 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Epiphany 5 | Ordinary Time 5 - B -- 2008
1. Sing praise to God, tell of God’s wondrous glory;
How Peaceful The Family With Whom The Lord Dwells -- Psalm 127 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 27 | Ordinary Time 32 - B -- 2008
1. How peaceful the family with whom the Lord dwells. Security marks his control.
O Lord, Hear My Praying -- Psalm 30 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Epiphany 6 | Ordinary Time 6 - B -- 2008
Refrain O Lord, hear my praying; O Lord, hear my praying;
God Of Mercy, Ever Blessing -- Psalm 41 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Epiphany 7 | Ordinary Time 7 - B -- 2008
1. God of mercy, ever blessing, Tending to each human need,
Oh, To God Alone Be Glory -- 1 Samuel 2:1-10 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - B -- 2008
1. Oh, to God alone be glory, for his tender, loving care.
Bless The Lord With Songs Unceasing -- Psalm 103:1-13, 22 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Epiphany 8 | Ordinary Time 8 - B -- 2008
1. Bless the Lord with songs unceasing, Bless God for great love and care.
The Reign Of Christ Is Here -- Psalm 132:1-12 (13-18) -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Christ The King (Proper 29) - B -- 2008
1. The reign of Christ is here! Good Christian friends, draw near.
What A Sight To See, On The Mountaintop -- Psalm 50:1-6 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Transfiguration Sunday - B -- 2008
1. What a sight to see, on the mountaintop, There, the mighty God, our Lord, behold.

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David Kalas
In the sometimes-tiresome debate over science and scripture with respect to creation, it’s easy to become distracted. While the argument typically requires a focus on the how, we may lose sight of the what. And so, for just a moment, let me invite us to think for a moment about what God created.
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Bill Thomas
Acts 8:26-40
As a local church pastor, I was often asked if I would baptize a child whose family were not members of the church. Some churches rebelled against this, but I remember this scripture — the hunger for understanding and inclusion of the Eunuch and Philp’s response — to teach and share and baptize in the name of our God. How could we turn anyone away from the rite of baptism?

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Peter Andrew Smith
“Dad, I think you worked a miracle.” Rolf slowly walked around the tree. “After that windstorm, I assumed this tree was as good as gone.”

“We just needed to give the branches time to heal and come back,” Michael replied.

 “I know, but so many of them were battered and broken I figured that it couldn’t recover. Now though it looks just like it did before the storm.” Rolf paused. “Do you think it will bear any fruit this summer?”

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John Jamison
Object: A live plant that produces fruit, and a broken branch from that plant. I used a tomato plant from a local greenhouse. Ideally, find a plant with blossoms or small fruit already growing. If you use a different kind of fruit-producing plant, just change the script to fit.

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Christopher Keating
Katy Stenta
Thomas Willadsen
Mary Austin
Elena Delhagen
Dean Feldmeyer
Quantisha Mason-Doll
For April 28, 2024:
  • On The Way To Gaza by Chris Keating based on Acts 8:26-40. On the way to Gaza, Philip discovers the startling ways the Spirit of God moves across borders, boundaries, customs, and traditions.
  • Second Thoughts: Abiding by Katy Stenta based on John 15:1-8.
  • Sermon illustrations by Mary Austin, Tom Willadsen, Elena Delhagen, Dean Feldmeyer.

The Village Shepherd

Janice B. Scott
Call to Worship:

Jesus is the vine, we are the branches. In our service today, let us absorb from the vine all the nourishment we need.

Invitation to Confession:

Jesus, sometimes our branches become cut off from the vine.
Lord, have mercy.

Jesus, sometimes our branches are withered.
Christ, have mercy.

Jesus, sometimes we fail to produce good fruit.
Lord, have mercy.

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Stan Purdum
We will meet Psalm 22 in its entirety on Good Friday, but here the lectionary designates just verses 23-31. The lectionary psalms generally illuminate the week's First Lesson, which in this case is about the covenant initiated by God with Abraham and Sarah in Genesis 17. The nine verses from this psalm, while not inappropriate, nonetheless leave us looking for an obvious connection with the First Lesson.

John S. Smylie
I think some people are natural-born gardeners. Our Lord grew up in a society that was familiar with agriculture. The images that he used to explain the ways of his Father in heaven are familiar to his audience. Growing up, my closest experience to agriculture was living in, "the Garden State." Most people, when they pass through New Jersey, are surprised to see that expression on the license plates of vehicles registered in New Jersey. Most folks traveling through New Jersey experience the megalopolis, the corridor between New York City and Washington DC.
Ron Lavin
A pastor in Indiana went to visit an 87-year-old man named Ermil, who was a hospital patient. A member of his church told the pastor about this old man who was an acquaintance. "He's not a believer, but he is really in need," the church member said. "I met him at the county home for the elderly. He's a lonely old man with no family and no money."

Paul E. Robinson
"Love is a many splendored thing...." Or so we heard Don Cornwall and the Four Aces sing time and again. Of course you or I might have other words to describe love, depending on our situation.

Love. "I love you." "I love to play golf." "I just love pistachio lush!" "It's tough to love some people." "Jesus loves me, this I know."

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