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It was a recurring dream... -- Hebrews 7:23-28 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1994
It was a recurring dream. In it she was on a journey, one she had been on for many years.
Some people, like Christ serving... -- Hebrews 7:23-28 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1994
Some people, like Christ serving as high priest, are ideally suited for their role.
A 1993 article in Christian... -- Isaiah 59:(1-4) 9-19 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1994
A 1993 article in Christian Century reported these facts.
In Stories for the Journey... -- Isaiah 59:(1-4) 9-19 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1994
In Stories for the Journey, William R. White relates this story of sin and forgiveness.
I found this quote in... -- Hebrews 5:1-6 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
I found this quote in some of my old sermon notes. The source is lost:
One thousand years before Christ... -- Hebrews 5:1-6 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
One thousand years before Christ, when David was king of Israel, an epidemic broke out and 70,000 me
Justice is turned back, and... -- Isaiah 59:1-4, 9-19 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
"Justice is turned back, and righteousness stands afar off" all too often is the order of the day.
Whether it is on television... -- Isaiah 59:9-19 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
Whether it is on television or in real life, we all know the courtroom procedure where the witness i
The RSV in verse 16... -- Isaiah 59:1-4, 9-19 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
The RSV in verse 16 states that the Lord "wondered that there was no one to intervene." The Today's
Jane, a ninth grader, was... -- Jeremiah 31:7-9 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
Jane, a ninth grader, was riding in the car with her father.
Several years ago, Garrison Keillor... -- Jeremiah 31:7-9 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
Several years ago, Garrison Keillor offered a modern radio rendition of the parable of the prodigal
As Martha read Jeremiah 31:7-9... -- Jeremiah 31:7-9 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
As Martha read Jeremiah 31:7-9 to her Sunday school class, a fascinating bit of speculation entered
Jeremiah lived and labored in... -- Jeremiah 31:7-9 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
Jeremiah lived and labored in dark and troubled times. But he could see beyond all that.
I'm sorry, pastor. She slipped... -- Mark 10:46-52 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
"I'm sorry, pastor.
What is the meaning of... -- Mark 10:46-52 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
What is the meaning of the gift of sight? Is it the ability to see the physical world with clarity?
As is true in this... -- Mark 10:46-52 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
As is true in this text, some words in the proper context can help bring healing.
He received his sight, and... -- Mark 10:46-52 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
"He received his sight, and followed Jesus in the way." This is the word concerning blind Bartimaeus
A German proverb says, Patience... -- Hebrews 5:12-6:1, 9-12 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
A German proverb says, "Patience is a bitter plant but it has sweet fruit," and Paul urges the Galat
During his high school years... -- Hebrews 5:12-6:1, 9-12 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
During his high school years, my eldest son was a cross-country runner.
The writer of the Letter... -- Hebrews 5:12-6:1, 9-12<br> -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
The writer of the Letter to the Hebrews has been called "the Apostle of Progress" (6:1a).
Estelle Getty plays Sophia on... -- Hebrews 5:12-6:1, 9-12 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
Estelle Getty plays Sophia on the hit show Golden Girls.
Those who have experienced a... -- Hebrews 5:1-6 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
Those who have experienced a call to ministry may simply have been responding to some psychological
The Pope went to see... -- Hebrews 5:1-6 -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B -- 1991
The Pope went to see Shamim in Ismael and, while theme, noticed an exquisite gold phone on his desk.

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Why Is It Called The "world" Series? -- Job 42:1-6, 10-17, Mark 10:46-52, Psalm 126 -- Carter Shelley -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B
Dear Fellow Preacher:
Jesus In Today's Political Atmosphere -- Mark 10:46-52, Job 42:1-6, 10-17, Hebrews 7:23-28, Psalm 34:1-8 (19-22) -- Stephen P. McCutchan, Thom M. Shuman -- Proper 25 | Ordinary Time 30 - B
"What do you want me to do for you?" is a question that we all wish our public servants would ask an

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Mark Ellingsen
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2 Samuel 7:1-14a
Frank Ramirez
In each of these scriptures it is up to recognize who is the star of the show. We might be surprised. David thinks he is honoring God by building a temple, but isn’t he really honoring himself as the typical conqueror who builds temples to the gods as a testimony to his accomplishments as a ruler?

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John E. Sumwalt
Woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture! says the Lord... So I will attend to you for your evil doings... Then I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all the lands... I will raise up shepherds over them... and they shall not fear any longer, or be dismayed, nor shall any be missing, says the Lord. (vv. 1-5)

The Village Shepherd

Janice B. Scott
Call to Worship:

Let us join together to use this time for rest and relaxation within the preence of our Lord.

Invitation to Confession:

Jesus, sometimes we are lazy and don't do what you want us to do.
Lord, have mercy.

Jesus, sometimes we are too busy and wilfully refuse to take time off.
Christ, have mercy.

Jesus, help us to manage our time and our own physical and emotional needs.
Lord, have mercy.

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Julia E. Bland
It is through Jesus, the Good Shepherd, that we become part of his flock.

Scripture: John 10:9

Background Devotions: Psalm 23

Visual Aids: Medicine, a large cup, perhaps a cane. If a cane is used, you will need to explain that the staff was shaped something like a cane but it was much longer and the rounded part was bigger.

Handouts: Activity sheets; star stickers for the color page of the activity sheet, if desired
John E. Sumwalt
Patricia M. Thaker
In February of 2000, my grandfather, Lloyd Dings, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He passed away just twelve days later. My grandparents were married 56 years. The legacy he leaves behind is a wonderful wife and a beautiful family
Kristin Borsgard Wee
Four years ago this week, I was walking through an African village in Namibia with my friend, Solveig Kjeseth. We stopped to look at a strange tower formed out of earth. It was about five feet high, crooked in shape, wide at the bottom and coming to a point at the top. I thought it looked like the top of a giant, rumpled witch's hat, only it was gray instead of black. Solveig informed me, much to my surprise, that it was an anthill. I was even more surprised when we came across many more, some of which towered over my head. They were huge!
William J. Carl, III
Have you ever noticed how some families move a lot? Some are corporate moves, some are military, and some are United Methodist pastors. Whatever the case, every time they move they have to find new lodging. In the military, quarters are often provided. The same may be true for clergy if churches own a manse or a parsonage. But, sometimes you have to look for a new home, which means spending some time with real estate agents traveling here and there to find the perfect house. Of course, no house is ever perfect. When you own a home, no matter where you sit you see something that needs fixing.
Mark Ellingson
On this last Sunday of the Church Year (we call it Christ the King Sunday) our attention is directed to the reign of Christ -- to his glorious reign which has already begun with the resurrection on Easter. It is a Sunday to think about salvation, because where Christ reigns salvation is effected. These themes are especially evident in our First Lesson.
Mark Ellingson
On this last Sunday of the Church Year (we call it Christ the King Sunday) our attention is directed to the reign of Christ -- to his glorious reign which has already begun with the resurrection on Easter. It is a Sunday to think about salvation, because where Christ reigns salvation is effected. These themes are especially evident in our First Lesson.
Through Christ, God has solved the problem of conflict between races.

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