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Mary had a severe stroke... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1999
Mary had a severe stroke. It left her unable to do even the simplest of tasks.
Magazines and newspapers regularly feature... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1999
Magazines and newspapers regularly feature prominent people and the fame and honor they have achieve
The Golden Arches are a... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1999
The Golden Arches are a part of our everyday lives.
The easy places, the high... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1996
The easy places, the high places in life: the grand wedding reception, the big graduation party, the
We've all had them, those... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1996
We've all had them, those high times when we've felt on top of the world, really happy, confident th
We enjoy escapes just like... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1996
We enjoy escapes just like the disciples did because we feel unable to deal with life.
Charles Schulz of I... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1996
Charles Schulz of Peanuts fame and I began our ministry about
The text Martin had just... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1996
The text Martin had just read turned his thoughts to a television commercial he used to see for a pa
Living in the mountains gives... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1996
Living in the mountains gives one an opportunity to witness some beautiful sights.
Many times a myth is... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1996
Many times a myth is perpetuated as reality.
We all look for a... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A -- 1996
We all look for a forecast that we can trust.
The experience of three disciples... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
The experience of three disciples who saw Jesus changed on the mountaintop raises the age-old questi
Jesus' clothes became dazzling white... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
Jesus' clothes became dazzling white.
What makes one investment wise... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
What makes one investment wise and another foolish?
We are known by our... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
We are known by our fruits.
The experience of three disciples... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
The experience of three disciples who saw Jesus changed on the mountaintop raises the age-old questi
Never underestimate what God can... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
Never underestimate what God can do. God can bring about profound changes.
Rob's biggest birthday surprise occurred... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
Rob's biggest birthday surprise occurred on his fortieth birthday.
Russell (Rusty) Schweickart was an... -- Matthew 17:1-9 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
Russell ("Rusty") Schweickart was an astronaut who flew the lunar module for the Apollo 9 mission.
The sight of the devouring... -- Exodus 24:12-18 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
The sight of the devouring fire must have been very impressive to those standing at the foot of Moun
Novelist Annie Dillard reflects on... -- Exodus 24:12-18 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
Novelist Annie Dillard reflects on the meaning of experiences that reveal God's presence and power:
Many Christian writers often write... -- Exodus 24:12-18 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
Many Christian writers often write of times of dryness in their walk with God.
This is a true story... -- Exodus 24:12-18 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
This is a true story.
The theme song of the... -- 2 Peter 1:16-21 -- Transfiguration Sunday - A
The theme song of the Disney film Pocohantas is a song called "Colors Of The Wind." The song

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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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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)

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

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Jesus, sometimes we are lazy and don't do what you want us to do.
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It is through Jesus, the Good Shepherd, that we become part of his flock.

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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.
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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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