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Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 | Pentecost 5

Devotional

Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Stephen P. McCutchan
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Water From the Well: Lectionary Devotional For Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Stephen P. McCutchan
Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from Water From the Well: Lectionary Devotional For Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Stephen P. McCutchan
Song of Solomon 2:8-13
excerpted from Water From the Well: Lectionary Devotional For Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Stephen P. McCutchan
Psalm 45:10-17
excerpted from Water From the Well: Lectionary Devotional For Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Stephen P. McCutchan
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67
excerpted from Water From the Well: Lectionary Devotional For Cycle A

Drama

Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Robert F. Crowley
Matthew 11:25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Scenes : 57 Vignettes For Cycle A

Preaching

Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Elizabeth Achtemeier
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Zechariah 9:9-12
excerpted from Preaching and Reading the Old Testament Lessons: With an Eye to the New
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Jerry L. Schmalenberger
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Preaching Workbook: Series VII, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Carlos Wilton
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from Lectionary Preaching Workbook: Series VIII, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Carlos Wilton
Song of Solomon 2:8-13
excerpted from Hear My Voice: Preaching The Lectionary Psalms for Cycles A, B, C
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Carlos Wilton
Psalm 45:10-17
excerpted from Hear My Voice: Preaching The Lectionary Psalms for Cycles A, B, C
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
E. Carver Mcgriff
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Preaching Workbook : Series VI, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
John R. Brokhoff
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Preaching Workbook : Series IV
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
George M. Bass
Exodus 1:6-14, 22-2:10, Matthew 11:25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Preaching Workbook : Series III, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Russell F. Anderson
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from Lectionary Preaching Workbook : Series V, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
John R. Brokhoff
Genesis 24:34-38, Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from Lectionary Preaching Workbook : Cycle A, THIRD EDITION

Sermon

Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Stan Purdum
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67
excerpted from Sermons On The First Readings : Series II, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Steven E. Albertin
Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from Sermons On The Second Readings : Series II, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Mark Ellingsen
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Sermons On The Gospel Readings : Series II, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Leonard W. Mann
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67
excerpted from Is Anything Too Wonderful For The Lord? : First Lesson Sermons For Sundays After Pentecost (First Third)
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Wayne H. Keller
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from No Post-Easter Slump : Gospel Sermons For Sundays After Pentecost (First Third)
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Justin W. Tull
Exodus 1:6-14; 1:22-2:10
excerpted from WRESTLINGS, WONDERS AND WANDERERS! : Sermons For Pentecost (First Third)
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Larry M. Goodpaster
Matthew 11:25-30
excerpted from LIKE A BREATH OF FRESH AIR : Sermons For Pentecost (First Third)
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Kristin Borsgard Wee
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67
excerpted from FORMED BY A DREAM : First Lesson Sermons For Sundays After Pentecost
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Schuyler Rhodes
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from PENTECOST FIRE : PREACHING COMMUNITY IN SEASONS OF CHANGE
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Gary L. Carver
Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from ACTING ON THE ABSURD : Second Lesson Sermons For Sundays After Pentecost
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
James L. Killen, Jr.
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67
excerpted from Sermons On The First Readings : Series I, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Stephen M. Crotts
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from SERMONS ON THE GOSPEL READINGS : Series I, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
William G. Carter
Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from Sermons On The Second Reading : Series I, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Richard W. Patt
Matthew 11:29, 30
excerpted from THE CHALLENGE OF GOD'S HARVEST :

Stories

Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
David E. Leininger
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit: Series VI, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Timothy J. Smith
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit : Series II Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Constance Berg
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from LECTIONARY TALES FOR THE PULPIT : Series III, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Gregory L. Tolle
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Tales For The Pulpit : Series IV, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
John E. Sumwalt
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Shining Moments : Visions Of The Holy In Ordinary Lives

Worship

Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Thom M. Shuman
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Worship Aids, Cradled in God's Heart: Series VIII, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Amy C. Schifrin
Martha Shonkwiler
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30, Zechariah 9:9-12, Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from Lectionary Worship Workbook: Series III, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
H. Burnham Kirkland
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67
excerpted from Lectionary Worship Aids: Series VI, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
H. Burnham Kirkland
Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from Lectionary Worship Aids: Series VI, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
H. Burnham Kirkland
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Worship Aids: Series VI, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
H. Burnham Kirkland
Psalm 72:1-17
excerpted from Lectionary Worship Aids: Series VI, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Dallas A. Brauninger
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Worship Aids: Series V, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
B. David Hostetter
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Psalm 45:10-17, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from LECTIONARY WORSHIP AIDS : Series III, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Dallas A. Brauninger
Romans 7:15-25a
excerpted from In the Beginning Was the Word: Scriptures For The Lectionary Speaking Choir, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Norman A. Beck
Psalm 124, Exodus 1:6-14, 22-2:10, Matthew 11:25-30
excerpted from Scripture Notes : For use with Common, Lutheran and Roman Catholic Lectionaries
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Paul A. Laughlin
Exodus 1:6-14, 22-2:10, Psalm 124, Matthew 11:25-30
excerpted from LECTIONARY WORSHIP AIDS : Series II
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Heth H. Corl
Exodus 1:6-14, 22-2:10
excerpted from LECTIONARY WORSHIP AIDS :
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Beverly S. Bailey
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Psalm 45:10-17, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from Lectionary Worship Workbook: Series IV, Cycle A
Proper 9 | Ordinary Time 14 - A
Frank Ramirez
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67, Romans 7:15-25a, Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
excerpted from LECTIONARY WORSHIP AIDS : Series VII, Cycle A

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Jesus And Religious Know-It-Alls
by David O. Bales
Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
Frank Ramirez
Scott Dalgarno
There are many facets to the life we have in Christ, but one of the most important is joy. Joy is intrinsically connected with the Christian experience. However, many of us miss out on it. We may have the reverence part, the seeking-after-justice part, or even the devotion part, but many of us miss out on joy. Frank Ramirez explores the notion of play in worship and the joy it can bring with it in "Holy Games." Scott Dalgarno illustrates the joy we can experience knowing we're following the path and vocation God has set out for us in, "What Can Brown Do for You?"

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Arley K. Fadness
Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. (v. 28)

Good morning girls and boys,

Do you ever get tired? So tired that you just want to lay down and take a nap? (children share) A lot of things in life can wear us out -- like too many chores, too much playing sports, too much homework, going on a long, boring trip? Sometimes people even get tired in church.

People get tired physically. People also get tired spiritually. Here's why:

Emphasis Preaching Journal

Sandra Herrmann
“Wisdom is vindicated by her deeds.” This week, we have the story of Abraham’s servant going “back home” to find a wife for his boss’ son juxtaposed with Jesus’ words about the criticism he and John the Baptist got for living in two diametrically opposed lifestyles. Jesus is, in effect, saying: “What do you expect? You went out to the wilderness to see John, who preached fear and the punishment sinners deserve, and wound up calling him a madman. You come to see me, and then criticize me for ministering to the outcasts, for eating and drinking like any normal person.
William H. Shepherd
One of the central concepts of the Bible is the "covenant." A covenant is a contract-plus. Like a contract, a covenant is an agreement between two parties to behave in a certain way: I'll do this, and you will do that. Unlike a contract, however, the two parties are not necessarily equals; a king, for example, could enter into a covenant with his people, while in no way ceding power to the people. Further, you can't just walk away from a covenant. A contract, sure -- just pay the penalties for breaking the agreement and you're off the hook.

The Village Shepherd

Janice B. Scott
Prayers usually include these concerns and may follow this sequence:

The Church of Christ

Creation, human society, the Sovereign and those in authority

The local community

Those who suffer

The communion of saints


These responses may be used:


Lord, in your mercy
Hear our prayer
Lord, hear us.
Lord, graciously hear us.

Janice B. Scott
Call to Worship:
Jesus said, "Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest." In our worship today let us consider our own burdens and leave then behind at the feet of Jesus.


Invitation to Confession:
Jesus, sometimes I feel overwhelmed by my problems.
Lord, have mercy.
Jesus, sometimes I cling onto my difficulties.
Christ, have mercy.
Jesus, help me to let go of all my burdens.
Lord, have mercy.

Reading:

SermonStudio

Elizabeth Achtemeier
God has promised Abraham that he will be the forebear of many descendants. To begin to fulfill that promise, God has granted the aged Abraham and Sarah a son, Isaac. That is the context of this story that must never be forgotten.
Carlos Wilton
(See Proper 17/Pentecost 15/Ordinary Time 22, Cycle B, for an alternative approach, emphasizing vv. 1-2 and 6-9.)
Russell F. Anderson
BRIEF COMMENTARY ON THE LESSONS

Lesson 1: Genesis 24:34--38, 42--49, 58--67 (C)
In his old age, Abraham sends his trusted servant back from the land of his origin to secure a wife for his son, Isaac, from his own people. He discovers Rebekah, daughter of Bethuel, who was Abraham's brother. When Isaac lays eyes on her, he is immediately smitten with love. The story assumes that all these events are due to divine design.

Lesson 1: Zechariah 9:9--10 (RC); Zechariah 9:9--12 (E, L)
Mark Ellingsen
Jesus was teaching about the kind of authority he has. We need authority in our context, because to Jesus' mind we are a very confused, wayward generation. There was nothing to compare the people of his time to, nothing to compare us to.1 They and we are wayward, hardened, confused people. Inappropriate behavior seemed to be the order of the day in Jesus' view. The people of Israel were like children who were playing, but could get none of the other children to celebrate, even when they played music.
Stan Purdum
The popular notion in our society is that the best way to choose a marriage partner is to wait until we "fall in love" with someone. By that, we usually mean that we wait for some kind of feeling, some emotional response to a person of the opposite sex that convinces us that we can never be truly happy again unless we can spend the future with that person. And often the feeling we experience is one of ecstatic joy and excitement.
Kristin Borsgard Wee
Early one morning several years ago, I was having coffee with a friend in her kitchen. Her youngest daughter came into the kitchen, dragging her favorite ragged blanket behind her. She looked at her mother with her big eyes and said, "Mommy, why did you marry daddy?" (I was surprised at such a serious question first thing in the morning!) My friend said, "Because I love him." The child's face broke into a smile, and she looked fondly at her blanket. "I love my blanket," she said. Her mother pulled her up into her lap, hugged her, and said, "I know you love your blanket.
William G. Carter
In a certain church, a woman was leading the congregation in the prayer of confession. She called the people to confess, reminding them of the sin within their hearts, and then all joined in reading the prayer of confession. She paused for the silent confession, and she kept pausing for a good long while. So long, in fact, that the people began to rustle as they waited for the next part of the service.
B. David Hostetter
CALL TO WORSHIP
Hear the invitation of Jesus: "Come to me, all those whose work is hard, whose load is heavy; and I will give you relief. Bend your necks to my yoke, and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble-hearted; and your souls will find relief. For my yoke is good to bear, my load is light."

PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Beverly S. Bailey
Hymns
Come, Thou Fount Of Every Blessing (LBW499, NCH459, PH356, CBH521, UM400)
Camina, Pueblo de Dios (Go Forth, O People Of God) (NCH614, UM305)
Make Me A Captive, Lord (CBH539, UM421, PH378)
How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord (CBH54, PH419)
There Is A Place Of Quiet Rest
(CBH5, UM472, PH527)
I Heard The Voice Of Jesus Say (NCH489, CBH493)
There Is A Balm In Gilead (NCH553, CBH627, UM375, PH394)
Just As I Am (CBH516, UM357, PH370)

Anthems
Frank Ramirez
Call To Worship (Psalm 45:6-7)
Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever. Your royal scepter is a scepter of equity; you love righteousness and hate wickedness.


Collect
Lord, in our distress you found us and brought us together as your family in Christ. We praise you for your loving kindness. Great is your faithfulness. Amen.


Prayer Of Confession
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