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The value of opinion in... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2008
The value of "opinion" in our society has been so corrupted as to have taken on sinful
Sometimes we see a famous... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2008
Sometimes we see a famous saying over the doors of libraries and various college and
It was another grim Sunday... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2008
It was another grim Sunday school teachers' meeting. There were no young children
James Lee Woodward was convicted... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2008
James Lee Woodward was convicted of murdering his girlfriend in 1980 in Dallas,
It was another grim Sunday... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2008
It was another grim Sunday school teachers' meeting.
James Lee Woodward was convicted... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 2008
James Lee Woodward was convicted of murdering his girlfriend in 1980 in Dallas, Texas.
Today it is popular to... -- Matthew 23:1-12 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
Today it is popular to wear one of the bracelets with the letters WWJD on it.
Carlo was frustrated. A black... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
Carlo was frustrated.
Sometimes the Internet can be... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
Sometimes the Internet can be like a black hole, drawing one in for hours at a time.
The X-FilesI... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
The X-Files has captured the fascination of many American television fans.
Jesus offers to set us... -- John 8:31-36 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
Jesus offers to set us free, and it is a freedom that brings with it a deep, inner peace.
In 1940, a British officer... -- 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
In 1940, a British officer on Dunkirk beach flashed to London a three-word message: "But if not." It
For you know that we... -- 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
"For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, encouraging, c
The apostle Paul speaks of... -- 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
The apostle Paul speaks of honoring God with our lives in our lesson.
My son, Andrew, just turned... -- Romans 3:19-28 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
My son, Andrew, just turned three. Sometimes my maternal pride causes me to see him as a saint.
The knowledge of sin can... -- Romans 3:19-28 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
The knowledge of sin can be a dreadful and deadly experience. Ken discovered this the hard way.
What if I were to... -- Romans 3:19-28 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
What if I were to invite you to stick your hand into a shapeless bag without telling you the content
In this powerful explanation of... -- Romans 3:19-28 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
In this powerful explanation of grace, Paul reminds us that we are still called to be obedient.
Neil and Barbara were sitting... -- Matthew 23:1-12 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
Neil and Barbara were sitting around the council table.
Dr. Jim Withers, 38, is... -- Matthew 23:1-12 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
Dr.
The greatest among you will... -- Matthew 23:1-12 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
"The greatest among you will be your servant.
How can you stand there... -- 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1999
"How can you stand there and talk about God?" sneered Jim.
School Evangelism is a program... -- 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 -- Reformation Sunday - A -- 1996
"School Evangelism" is a program being offered to students to help them witness at school.
Verse 8 is especially interesting... -- Zephaniah 3:1-9 -- Reformation Sunday - A
Verse 8 is especially interesting in the Greek says Wilkinson, because it says, "Wait for me, saith
God is persistent in his... -- Jeremiah 31:31-34 -- Reformation Sunday - A
God is persistent in his intention to covenant with people; so he forgives them and leads them into

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Hello, everyone! (Let them respond.) Are you ready for our story today? (Let them respond.) Excellent!

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Frank Ramirez
In the book of Esther, the tables are turned on Haman’s genocidal plot and the people emerge triumphant. James is aware the worst sometimes happens but reminds us the prayers of the faithful are part of the equation that averts disaster. And Jesus scolds the disciples for wanting him to discourage those who work for the gospel. There’s a great task we share, and we can avert the disaster toward which the world seems to be heading by working with all people of good will who are furthering the work of the kingdom.

Esther 7:1-6, 9-10, 9:20-22
Bonnie Bates
Bill Thomas
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Mark Ellingsen
Esther 7:1-6, 9-10, 9:20-22
The phrase “hoisted on his own petard” is one that is not used as often today and that’s a shame. It is a good statement. It comes from William Shakespeare’s play Hamlet. Let’s examine this old phrase. The word “petard” is a word that, in medieval times referred to a bomb that would breach walls or blow in doors. The word “hoist” meant to be taken out or removed. Thus, someone who was hoisted by their own petard was taken out by the bomb that they set.

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Peter Andrew Smith
Lou leaned on his shovel. “I’m honestly not sure.”

“We could ask them though, couldn’t we?” Mary gestured at the church across the street from their church. “I mean they are out doing work around their church.”

“I don’t know.” Lou looked over at the people painting and cleaning. “I hear they do their service in Greek or some other language and I’m not sure what I would say.”

“I’m just glad that someone took over that building after the last congregation disbanded.” Mary sighed. “It was looking pretty run down.”

The Village Shepherd

Janice B. Scott
Call to Worship:

Jesus said that whoever is not against us, is for us. Let us welcome all those who are not against us and thank God for their support.


Invitation to Confession:

Jesus, when we judge others too harshly,
Lord, have mercy.

Jesus, when we wrongly feel that all are against us,
Christ, have mercy.

Jesus, when we enjoy our own cliques and keep others out,
Lord, have mercy.

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Cynthia E. Cowen
They entered the house drained from the night. They had prayed Erik's science project would be done on time for the Science Fair so it was a surprise when the fourth grader won a second place ribbon. The next step was district competition, and now the announcement of awards was taking its toll. The project had not been selected for honor. Handling the disappointment was tough.
James Evans
(See Proper 16/Pentecost 14/Ordinary Time 21, Cycle A, for an alternative approach.)

Psalm 124 takes us deep into the thorny issue of claiming to have God on our side. The matter has come up repeatedly, in recent years, during the war in Iraq. Prayers have been offered, from both sides of the conflict, petitioning God's help in defeating "our" enemy and protecting "our" troops.

Thomas Peterson
No mistake. This is a hard text. Jesus was often given to double-edged sayings, paradoxes and extreme comparisons. He spoke ironically and often with biting humor. Here he uses the images of cutting off a hand, a foot, or plucking out an eye.
Stephen M. Crotts
Do you remember the fairy tale "Snow White"? Recall how the wicked witch peered into her magic looking glass and said, "Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?"

The mirror's answer was quite disappointing. "It's certainly not you, Ugly!"

Does your mirror ever do that to you? Sad to say, but thousands of people's mirrors disappoint them each day.

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