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    The Light At The End Of The Tunnel Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Mar 15, 2012
     | 10,635 views

    John reveals to us the plan of the God who loves his people very much; so much that he sent his very own Son to be a light in the darkness. And when the powers of this dark world seem to overwhelm us, all we have to do is choose to follow that light.

    Earlier this week, I was reading about a church in another town that was trying to coin a great catchphrase for their church sign. Lots of people in the church had input, and the suggestions put forth were good, but the church members were afraid that only other Christians would fully understand or ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    What's In It For Me? Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Mar 7, 2012
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     | 7,988 views

    We all have a tendency to "seek first" for ourselves, but part of following Christ fully and completely means that we live as Christ did, serving others.

    How many of you have a cross that you like to wear? Maybe it’s cross earrings or the more common cross necklace. Maybe some of you even have a cross tattoo somewhere. Perhaps if you’re not into tattoos or jewelry you have a cross, or maybe many crosses, that hang somewhere in your ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Do You Have Possessions, Or Do Possessions Have You? Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Feb 29, 2012
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     | 9,288 views

    Like the rich young ruler, we can hold on to what we have, and spend our lives full of regret and guilt, or we can let it go, and we can turn and follow Jesus.

    Once upon a time there was a gardener who grew an enormous carrot. So he took it to his king and said, "My Lord, this is the greatest carrot I've ever grown or ever will grow. Therefore I want to present it to you as a token of my love and respect for you." The king was touched and discerned the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Are We There Yet? Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Feb 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,610 views

    We are all God's children, yet at times, like children, we are easily distracted from our journey with Christ. As we seek to journey with Christ towards Jerusalem, who or what gets in the way of our relationship with Christ?

    Earlier this week, we marked the beginning of Lent with an Ash Wednesday service. As a part of that service, we were reminded of Christ’s call to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Christ. This difficult call to discipleship comes just after Jesus predicts his own rejection and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Glimpsing The Kingdom

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Feb 16, 2012
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     | 4,024 views

    The great significance of Jesus’ transfiguration is that it lifts us beyond our limited capabilities; it pulls back the curtain of our own worldview and gives us a glimpse of the fullness of God’s kingdom.

    For the second year, Mary Ellen is playing Upward Basketball, and Ken and I are co-coaching her team. An important part of the Upward program is the weekly devotionals that take place during part of the practice time. This year, the girls have been learning about faith. The verse throughout the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Against The Grain

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Feb 9, 2012
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     | 4,932 views

    The healing of the leper is not just another in a long line of healing stories in Mark, it is a strong statement both of Jesus' compassion for those in need, and his frustration with the systems that ostracize people and push them out when they are most i

    One of the interesting things about living with a six year old is you get constant reminders of all the social taboos we live with that children are absolutely not aware of. For example, this winter (though it’s not really been cold yet) we have been eating soup some, and each time we dive ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Discipleship: A Juggling Act

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Feb 1, 2012
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     | 4,718 views

    Following Christ is a summons to do his work in the world, and to do it in a manner that is reflective of Christ's own work. This means we have to continue Christ's healing ministry, spread the gospel -- knowing when its time to "move-on," and in the mids

    Time magazine reported in a short blurb last week that the average American worker spends $1,092 per year on coffee. Clearly, I’m not the only one who enjoys a good cup of coffee. And you don’t have to go any farther than the local Starbucks to know that people like their coffee, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A New Strength

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Jan 26, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 15,687 views

    No matter how things may seem, we are never alone. And it is only when we feel weak and helpless that we are vulnerable enough to experience fully the power and grace of God.

    “Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” There is a woman who lives north of here; up near the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    A Glimpse Of Glory

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Jan 12, 2012
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    Following Jesus as his disciple brings us into God’s presence in ways that are not otherwise possible, and we get “glimpses of glory,” experiences of heaven right here on earth.

    There is a story from way back in the book of Genesis. It is about a man who would eventually be called Israel, but at the time of this story, he is called Jacob. Jacob was quite the schemer. He spent much of his early life plotting, looking for every way possible to get one up on his older twin, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Unexpected Changes

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Dec 27, 2011
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     | 5,334 views

    Herod presented a number of challenges for the young Jesus Christ and his family, but because of Joseph's constant faithfulness, Christ's saving work continued in the world. Are we, too, willing to "drop everything" in faithfulness to God so that Christ's

    The history books are full of stories of gifted persons whose talents were overlooked by a procession of people until someone believed in them. To name a few: Einstein was four years old before he could speak and seven before he could read. Einstein became one of the greatest physicists who ever ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Come, Let Us Adore Him Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Dec 22, 2011
     | 10,047 views

    Jesus Christ is Emmanuel, God with us, the greatest gift we could ever receive because he has come to save us from our sins. A sermon for Christmas day.

    “O come, let us adore him, O come, let us adore him, O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord!” “Joy to the world, the Lord is come!” Merry Christmas, everyone! It is such a joy to be here with you all today. There is no better way to celebrate Christmas than right here ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Presence Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Dec 20, 2011
     | 5,965 views

    A Christmas Eve Communion meditation. We all have within us a deep hunger, but we won't find what we're looking for at the mall, or under the tree, or in Santa's sack. The only place we can find our hunger truly satisfied is at the manger, the feeding tro

    How many of you have seen the movie Christmas Vacation starring Chevy Chase? The movie has become a holiday favorite. It’s a parody about the false expectations that we often build up around the traditional family Christmas experience. Many of us can probably identify with the character Clark ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Perseverance Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Dec 14, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,382 views

    Like Mary and Joseph, all of us find ourselves forced to take journeys we do not wish to take. These journeys are not prescribed by God, but God is with us in the midst of them, and that is what we celebrate at Christmas.

    I’ve heard it said that our sense of smell has the greatest power to evoke memories. That is, certain scents can recall to mind memories, even distant memories, associated with that smell. I have had this experience before, but I think for me, music does this more powerfully. I feel like I ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Encouragement Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Dec 7, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 15,019 views

    Mary was desperately craving an older woman to give her some perspective in life, and Elizabeth does just that. Elizabeth helps Mary see that this special calling from God is not a burden but a wonderful blessing. And it goes both ways!

    We continue this week our “Journey to Bethlehem.” We began two weeks ago in Nazareth with Luke’s account of the conception. And we considered Mary’s willingness to humbly serve the Lord, even under these very difficult and shocking circumstances. Last week, we heard ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Mercy Series

    Contributed by Clair Sauer on Dec 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,291 views

    Because Joseph opened a window of mercy, God’s work carried forward in the best possible way. Through Mary's willingness and Joseph's mercy, we are all offered hope for the future through our Savior, Jesus Christ!

    As you all remember, we are taking a special Journey this Advent season, we are traveling the road to Bethlehem with Mary, Joseph, the shepherds and others, as we prepare to celebrate the birth of the Christ-child, and open our hearts to welcome Christ into our lives in a new and special way this ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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