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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
Who Said That? -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Talking on the telephone) Hello, Norman? This is Peter.
Thanksgiving -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Sings to the tune of "Up On The Housetop")
"This Little Light Of Mine" -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Holding flashlight, shines it all around and sings, slightly off key)
A Thanksgiving Game -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: When you think about Thanksgiving, Peter, what comes to mind?
"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.
Angels Look At Christmas -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Dressed like an angel) Look at all those people out there!
I'm Allergic To That Word "School" -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Hi, Peter.Peter: Hi, Pastor.
How Do You Catch The Christmas Spirit? -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Peter: (Carries a butterfly net) I think I almost had some that time.
God's Phone Number -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Hello, Peter. What's the matter? You look like you lost your last friend.
An Interview With Santa -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
(Peter is dressed with a Santa hat and a white beard)
On The Lighter Side -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Well, Peter, how are you today?Peter: I'm terrific!
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.
Too Old For Heaven -- H. Burnham Kirkland -- 2004
Pastor: Hi, Peter, how are you today?

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Advent 4 -- Hebrews 10:5-10 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Fourth Sunday of Advent - C -- 2009
And it is by God's will that we have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Ch
Proper 10 / Pentecost 8 / Ordinary Time 15 -- Psalm 82 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Proper 10 | Ordinary Time 15 - C -- 2009
How long will you judge unjustly and show partiality to the wicked?-- Psalm 82:2
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.
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!
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 -- 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?
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.
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
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
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
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 -- 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
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 ...
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
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.
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.
Easter 2 -- Acts 5:27-32 -- Stephen P. McCutchan -- Second Sunday of Easter - C -- 2009
We must obey God rather than any human authority.-- Acts 5:29
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!
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
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.

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What I Did For Love -- 1 Samuel 1:4-20 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Jesus And Nicodemus -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Nicodemus JesusQuestions
Jesus And The Woman At The Well -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Jesus Disciple Woman
The Waiting Place -- Marguerite D. Brown -- 2006
CharactersMary, sister of MarthaMarthaLazarus
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
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
Seven Miles Of Miracle -- Luke 24:13-35 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Jesus And The Transfiguration -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator John Peter James Jesus God
Grace -- Jill Lamkin -- 2006
God's grace finds us wherever we are.
Dinner With The King -- Gary W. Fehring -- 2006
CharactersReaderKingServant
Dear John -- Mark 1:1-8 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Gone, But Not Forgotten -- Acts 1:1-11 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Jesus And The Woman Of Adultery -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Woman 1 Pharisee 1 Pharisee 2 Woman 2
Jesus And The Shepherds Of Bethlehem -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
CharactersNarrator Luke Mary Roman Soldier Joseph
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
Here We Go Again -- Acts 9:36-43 -- Jacqueline Sharer Robertson -- 2006
Making It Preach
Jesus And The Rich Young Man -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Rich Young Man PeterQuestions
Jesus And The Wise Men -- Robert Lakey -- 2006
Characters Narrator Luke Mary Joseph Magi 1 Magi 2
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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Marriage -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
A woman bought 200 stamps in the Lynnfield, Massachusetts,
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
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
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
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
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
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
Expectations -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
Some things never turn out to be as big as you expected:
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
Faith -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
During World War II, in a Humphrey Bogart movie, a sailor says
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
Family -- Hoover Rupert -- 1994
The new neighbor was talking with a seven-year-old boy living
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

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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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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
Christmas Eve -- Daniel J. Weitner -- 2000
MeditationEveryone, come greet the day Of mirth and cheer! With angels say,
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
Thanksgiving Day -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Lord, this is the time of year when we Americans remind ourselves to be thankful.
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
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 Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We are mindful today, our Healer, of our friends and family members on our prayer lists: ...
Easter Sunday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Our Creator, we thank you for the gift of your creation.
Christmas Day -- Daniel J. Weitner -- 2000
MeditationNow lift up voices, sing his praise
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
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day (child's prayer) -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
(A child's prayer)
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We come before you, our Savior, just as we are.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Sometimes, dear Lord, we clearly see you in the behavior of others.
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
Sundays After Easter -- Psalm 104 -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Our Creator, how we enjoy the arrival of spring.
Advent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We're starting on a journey to reach Bethlehem, O God.
Transfiguration -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We thank you, O God our Creator, for being so attentive to our world and to us.
Christmas Eve / Christmas Day -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Creator, we sometimes wonder about the small details of Jesus' birth.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
This past week, Creator God, when storms and tornados swept through our community four consecutive n
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
O Sustainer of Life, we turn to you in confidence that you will hear us.
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
It is our intent, O Lord, to give you our undivided attention.
Advent -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We wonder, O God, what we would have believed if we had lived in first century Israel.
Ash Wednesday -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
Gracious God, how grateful we are that you are available to 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
Sundays after Easter -- Rolland R. Reece -- 2000
We come before you this morning, O God, out of deep concern for our world.

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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
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
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
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 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 71:1-6 -- Psalm 71:1-6 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
Martin Luther wrote it. Many have sung it lustily on Sunday morning.
Psalm 32 -- Psalm 32 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- Fourth Sunday in Lent - C -- 2009
Forgiveness is difficult. Oh, with little things it can be done.
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 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 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
This psalm hits the reader with laser-like precision.
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 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 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 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 91:1-2, 9-16 -- Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
This psalm represents a real struggle for most people.
The Antidote To Anger -- John 2:13-22 -- Mariann Edgar Budde -- Third Sunday in Lent - B -- 2009
The Passover of the Jews was near, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.
Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 -- Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 -- Schuyler Rhodes -- 2009
What a prayer is uttered here!
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.

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Stargazing, Naval Gazing, and Other Waiting Games -- Acts 1:1-11 -- Tony S. Everett -- Ascension of the Lord - A -- 2010
Hurry up and wait! Hurry up and wait!
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
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
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.
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?
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.
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 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.
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 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
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 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
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 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
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 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.
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 Judgment Day? -- 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 -- James L. Killen, Jr. -- Proper 28 | Ordinary Time 33 - A -- 2010
Most of the biblical images of the coming day of the Lord suggest a belief that it will be a day of

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Fickle Folks -- Mark 11:1-11 -- David E. Leininger -- Passion Sunday - B -- 2008
Have you ever been called fickle? If you have, you probably did not like it.
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
Jerusalem From The West -- Mark 1:40-44 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 11Jerusalem From The West
Waiting And Remembering -- 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 -- David E. Leininger -- Maundy Thursday - B -- 2008
This was a special night.
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.
Althea Genler's Subtle Memorial Blessing -- Mark 4:10-12 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Emphasis or special occasion: PrayerChapter 12
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
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).
Jesus' Questions -- Mark 9:30-37 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 13Jesus' QuestionsMark 9:30-37
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?
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 ...
Gravensteins -- Mark 12:28-34 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 14GravensteinsMark 12:28-34
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.
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
Collision Course To The Cross -- Mark 15:21-26 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Emphasis or special occasion: Resurrection SundayChapter 15
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!
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
Rich And Poor Alike? -- Luke 6:17-26 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Lalia nagged Corin for weeks, "Come to church with me Sunday night.
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.
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
Signs -- Luke 21:25-36 -- David O. Bales -- 2008
Chapter 17SignsLuke 21:25-36
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
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Holy Spirit, Sent From Heaven -- Psalm 104:25-35, 37 -- Clyde W. Wentzell -- Day of Pentecost - B -- 2008
1. Holy Spirit, sent from heaven, Breathing new life all around;
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;
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.
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,
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.
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.
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Object: A whiteboard, or large piece of paper you can write on.

Note: In the first part of this message, you want to help the children create a list of things people have done for them to help them in some way. The “script” will get you started, but take more time to talk together until you get at least four or five things on the list describing specific things people have done to help them when they needed help. Have fun with the conversation.

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Wayne Brouwer
Friends in Alberta used to tell of an uncle who married late in life. His bride was a feisty widow who sparkled with energy. The wedding took place on a farm in the old family home.

At the appropriate moment in the ceremony the pastor asked the bride, “Do you promise to love, honor, and obey him?”

She hesitated, face scrunched in thought. “Love and honor — yes,” she finally responded. “Obey — no!”

Both the pastor and the groom were taken aback. What to do now?
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Proverbs 31:10-31
In this past I was uncomfortable with this passage because it was used by some to paint a picture of the perfect woman as the submissive housewife whose horizons should be limited to home and hearth, with a heavy dose of obedience thrown in.

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John E. Sumwalt
“Who is wise and knowledgeable among you? Show by your good life that your works are done with gentleness born of wisdom.” (v. 13)

Dad called me from the farm in the fall of 1981 with that urgent, somber tone in his voice he always had when he was about to share bad news.

“Frank died,” he said.

“Frank Brown?” I asked, shocked.

“Yep, Virgie called,” he said. “He has been sick for quite a while.”

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Janice B. Scott
Perhaps one of the problems of those who are on the fringes of the church, that is those who call themselves Christians, who wish to be associated with the church and who believe in God but who are not deeply committed, is that their prayers are rarely answered.

They may for instance, pray to win the lottery, but it doesn't happen. When something awful happens like a serious illness, naturally they pray for recovery, but it doesn't necessarily happen. Perhaps the loved one dies. They may pray for their children to be

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Save me, O God, by your name,
and vindicate me by your might ...
For the insolent have risen against me,
the ruthless seek my life;
they do not set God before them.
But surely, God is my helper;
the Lord is the upholder of my life.
-- Psalm 54:1, 3-4

Theme: Appeal to God, who is just and faithful

Outline
1-3 -- Appeal to God: "The ruthless seek my life."
4-7 -- He thanks God, trusting God will defend and avenge him as in the past.

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(See Epiphany 6/Ordinary Time 6, Cycle C, for an alternative approach.)

Psalm 1 has long been considered as a possible prologue to the rest of the psalter. In fact, in several ancient Hebrew manuscripts, this psalm is not numbered as are the others in the collection. The content of the psalm also has something of a "foreword" quality about it. Many of the themes that are developed at length in the rest of the psalms are touched upon in this first one.

Thomas W. Lentz
Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. Such "wisdom" does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, of the devil. For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.
Stan Purdum
It's a question you've probably not thought much about, but were any parts of the Bible written by women? We count about forty different writers in scripture, and according to the usual assumption, all of them were men. Among the reasons for that conclusion is the fact that the dominant culture of the ancient Middle East was patriarchal. Men were in charge, and women had few rights of their own, not unlike in some of the stricter Muslim countries today. Also, in those times, literacy rates for women were low, because they were not offered formal education.

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A recent visit to the ophthalmologist became quite an eye-opening experience. Signs and images had been a problem for some time. The thorough exam revealed that the prescription lens, allowing vision at a distance to be improved, needed strengthened. New glasses were ordered. When they arrived I was thrilled. The thrill was short-lived. When I put the glasses on, the clarity of distant vision improved immediately. However, there was a downside. Everything within six feet was a blur. Reading while wearing the new glasses was virtually impossible.

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