Introductions to readings for Saints` Days and other Festivals
... In the months after Pentecost the healing ministry of Jesus continued through his apostles. Notice that both men and women are coming to believe in Jesus. Notice too that some were afraid to associate with a movement founded by One who had been condemned by the Jewish hierarchy and executed by the R ...
... In the months after Pentecost the healing ministry of Jesus continued through his apostles. Notice that both men and women are coming to believe in Jesus. Notice too that some were afraid to associate with a movement founded by One who had been condemned by the Jewish hierarchy and executed by the R ...
Colors of God
... God’s word is full of beautiful colors, and he leads us toward discovering the marvelous visions he has in mind for us. Many Christians live in black and white, thereby missing the richness and loveliness of God and his plans for us. The very first words God spoke in scripture, when everything was d ...
... God’s word is full of beautiful colors, and he leads us toward discovering the marvelous visions he has in mind for us. Many Christians live in black and white, thereby missing the richness and loveliness of God and his plans for us. The very first words God spoke in scripture, when everything was d ...
Word - InterVarsity
... Each week, Bill read the passage and then asked the questions one by one. Since he didn’t understand Spanish, he just waited for the family to talk about the question he asked and when they seemed to stop talking, he asked the next one. Bill and the family continued on like this all summer long, wit ...
... Each week, Bill read the passage and then asked the questions one by one. Since he didn’t understand Spanish, he just waited for the family to talk about the question he asked and when they seemed to stop talking, he asked the next one. Bill and the family continued on like this all summer long, wit ...
United in Christ - Lake Mount Church of Christ
... were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”—Romans 6:3-4 • One God and Father of all—who is the one God of one people ...
... were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”—Romans 6:3-4 • One God and Father of all—who is the one God of one people ...
The Message for May 8, 2016
... ourselves, our stuff, our sins. Whatever we put on the throne of our lives is what we worship we give it power over our lives. Who or what has power over your life? That throne belongs to Jesus. Say this with me -- Jesus, I am giving you control… I am putting you on the throne of my life. I’ve learn ...
... ourselves, our stuff, our sins. Whatever we put on the throne of our lives is what we worship we give it power over our lives. Who or what has power over your life? That throne belongs to Jesus. Say this with me -- Jesus, I am giving you control… I am putting you on the throne of my life. I’ve learn ...
SERMON 6- God`s High View of Submission TEXT: Ephesians 5:18
... home and homeschool her kids instead of teaching grad school with her Ph.D., then there is no discussion. She gets no say in the matter… I know that people are angry that Tim Keller doesn’t believe in women in the pastorate. But, my friends, this goes much, much deeper than women not being able to b ...
... home and homeschool her kids instead of teaching grad school with her Ph.D., then there is no discussion. She gets no say in the matter… I know that people are angry that Tim Keller doesn’t believe in women in the pastorate. But, my friends, this goes much, much deeper than women not being able to b ...
05-07-2017 Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit - Nativity
... God out of love, not just duty • A person with a true love for God and real relationship with God ...
... God out of love, not just duty • A person with a true love for God and real relationship with God ...
What about those who`ve never heard about Jesus?
... - People aren’t condemned for what they don’t know or haven’t done, but for what they do know & for what they have done- willfully rejecting God & His revelation to us. - The Good News = Those who want to find God can! - And for those that do, God will reveal even more of Himself to them. In other w ...
... - People aren’t condemned for what they don’t know or haven’t done, but for what they do know & for what they have done- willfully rejecting God & His revelation to us. - The Good News = Those who want to find God can! - And for those that do, God will reveal even more of Himself to them. In other w ...
1 Corinthians 1:1-9 Called by God to Be Saints
... give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that was given you in Christ Jesus, 5 that in every way you were enriched in him in all speech and all knowledge—6 even as the testimony about Christ was confirmed among you—7 so that you are not lacking in any gift, as you wait for th ...
... give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that was given you in Christ Jesus, 5 that in every way you were enriched in him in all speech and all knowledge—6 even as the testimony about Christ was confirmed among you—7 so that you are not lacking in any gift, as you wait for th ...
1 Timothy 1 5-8-05
... 2.21.1. [This is what he is armed with, faith & a good conscience] Conscience = “to know with”. That inward judge that bears witness of our actions. 2.21.3. It is possible for a believer to maintain orthodox doctrine while living in hidden sin; & this is the way to spiritual shipwreck. 2.21.3.1. To ...
... 2.21.1. [This is what he is armed with, faith & a good conscience] Conscience = “to know with”. That inward judge that bears witness of our actions. 2.21.3. It is possible for a believer to maintain orthodox doctrine while living in hidden sin; & this is the way to spiritual shipwreck. 2.21.3.1. To ...
Read the Sermon - Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church
... importance of those who proclaim the “good news.” (“And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!’”) A temptation may be to glamorize the messenger. We may look at this new, handsome young pastor we have and thank Go ...
... importance of those who proclaim the “good news.” (“And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, ‘How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!’”) A temptation may be to glamorize the messenger. We may look at this new, handsome young pastor we have and thank Go ...
Patience, Not Wanting Any to Perish (3:9b)
... What kind of person should we be? 2 Peter 3:10-16, “But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare. 11 Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind ...
... What kind of person should we be? 2 Peter 3:10-16, “But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare. 11 Since everything will be destroyed in this way, what kind ...
For 12 days in Krakow, I got a taste of heaven…. When reflecting
... favorite, or 2, or 3 from among them! What does stand out clearly though is this: for 12 days in Krakow, I got the most real taste of heaven I’ve ever been blessed with. As a cradle Catholic, who has studied, lived, and worked on the inside of the Church since the day my parents took me home from th ...
... favorite, or 2, or 3 from among them! What does stand out clearly though is this: for 12 days in Krakow, I got the most real taste of heaven I’ve ever been blessed with. As a cradle Catholic, who has studied, lived, and worked on the inside of the Church since the day my parents took me home from th ...
1 Letters to the 7 Churches #7 - Philadelphia We have been working
... keys of the kingdom were taken from the priests and Jewish leaders and given by Jesus to his disciples. (Mt. 16:19) So Peter and his associates have the privilege of first admitting not only Jews, but also Samaritans and Gentiles, to permanent membership in the kingdom. As we translate the whole his ...
... keys of the kingdom were taken from the priests and Jewish leaders and given by Jesus to his disciples. (Mt. 16:19) So Peter and his associates have the privilege of first admitting not only Jews, but also Samaritans and Gentiles, to permanent membership in the kingdom. As we translate the whole his ...
A Service of the Word, Prayer, and Sacrament
... There God the Son forever reigns and scatters night away. Refrain: I am bound (women echo), I am bound (women echo), (All) I am bound for Promised Land. I am bound (women echo), I am bound (women echo), (All) I am bound for Promised Land. No chilling winds nor poisonous breath can reach that healthf ...
... There God the Son forever reigns and scatters night away. Refrain: I am bound (women echo), I am bound (women echo), (All) I am bound for Promised Land. I am bound (women echo), I am bound (women echo), (All) I am bound for Promised Land. No chilling winds nor poisonous breath can reach that healthf ...
Thessalonica of Macedonia
... Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. 2 We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; 3 Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, ...
... Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. 2 We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; 3 Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, ...
An Attitude of Gratitude
... 1 Thes. 5:18 …in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:11 Not that I speak from want, for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. ...
... 1 Thes. 5:18 …in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:11 Not that I speak from want, for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. ...
The Dummy`s Guide to the Puritans
... contribution to America Puritans believed that any work you had to do was given to you by God So, you had to do your best to accomplish that task They were extremely hard workers and ...
... contribution to America Puritans believed that any work you had to do was given to you by God So, you had to do your best to accomplish that task They were extremely hard workers and ...
Mark 12:38-44 24 Pentecost 15 B St. Peter`s Come Holy Spirit. Fill
... What can we learn from the poor widow with no ‘toys’…and from Jesus’ conversation about her with the disciples? First, we’re taught by this story that, when we give, God uses it. Or put another way, God can use what we give. Now, don’t yawn at that quite yet. It does sound simple, almost trite. But ...
... What can we learn from the poor widow with no ‘toys’…and from Jesus’ conversation about her with the disciples? First, we’re taught by this story that, when we give, God uses it. Or put another way, God can use what we give. Now, don’t yawn at that quite yet. It does sound simple, almost trite. But ...
The Odds of Winning
... we dial the wrong number for God when it comes to knowing that he loves us or about us being able to live in heaven after we die, no matter how much we may think we have done or said the right things along the way in our everyday life. That’s why we want to make very sure that we clearly understand ...
... we dial the wrong number for God when it comes to knowing that he loves us or about us being able to live in heaven after we die, no matter how much we may think we have done or said the right things along the way in our everyday life. That’s why we want to make very sure that we clearly understand ...
Biblical Rights 1 - the Hollister church of Christ
... brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, ...
... brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, ...
Growing Season - Covenant Presbyterian Church
... growing big, providing shade as well as spice, and considered how God might be calling us to grow more compassionate or more alive? Or what if we made an intentional effort to let the seed of God’s word take root in our lives a little more deeply? ...
... growing big, providing shade as well as spice, and considered how God might be calling us to grow more compassionate or more alive? Or what if we made an intentional effort to let the seed of God’s word take root in our lives a little more deeply? ...
MY WAY OR THE HIGH WAY A Sermon by Dean Scotty McLennan
... face, who have heard and felt his presence all around them and within them, who know the most about the high way. The biblical scholar Marcus Borg speaks of Jesus as a mystic. For Jesus, God was an experiential reality. Jesus was one of those people for whom, as William James put it, God was "a firs ...
... face, who have heard and felt his presence all around them and within them, who know the most about the high way. The biblical scholar Marcus Borg speaks of Jesus as a mystic. For Jesus, God was an experiential reality. Jesus was one of those people for whom, as William James put it, God was "a firs ...
Feb. 21st - St. Peter Damien - Sunday Homilies for Sunday Homily
... the nickname, “Monitor of the popes” because they often sought his advice. He was made bishop and cardinal, under Pope Stephen the 9th. Peter convinced the emperor Henry IV, to not divorce, as a result he became very good emperor. Later in his life, he requested to several popes, that he resign, as ...
... the nickname, “Monitor of the popes” because they often sought his advice. He was made bishop and cardinal, under Pope Stephen the 9th. Peter convinced the emperor Henry IV, to not divorce, as a result he became very good emperor. Later in his life, he requested to several popes, that he resign, as ...
How To Stay Plugged In - Victory Center Church
... thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh." KJV An example was given of an electric razor which could not hold a charge for a very long period of time, but once it was plugged into the source, it would function pr ...
... thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. 22 For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh." KJV An example was given of an electric razor which could not hold a charge for a very long period of time, but once it was plugged into the source, it would function pr ...