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    The Shrewd Manager

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Sep 20, 2016
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    A perspective on the parable Luke 16: 1-13; The parable of the shrewd manager. The story builds up to a bunch-line. What is the punch-line in this parable? It is the focal point for discussion and the opportunity for Jesus to bring healing into your life.

    A Perspective on: The Parable of the Shrewd Manager What is a parable? A parable is a story with the intent of informing the listener something about life. The parables that Jesus spoke compared earthly life to the Kingdom of God and the way to salvation. Many stories throughout the Bible ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Released From Fear

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jun 7, 2015
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    Jesus did not use violence to tie up the strongman in our house, in our self. Jesus knew that the only way to release us from fear, from the strongman in our live is love. Love conquers all. He works love in us to release us from fear.

    Mark 3: 20-35 RELEASED FROM FEAR Jesus had just started his ministry on earth. He had gathered to him twelve disciples and was touring the countryside bringing healing into people’s lives. His reputation preceded him and wherever he went there was a crowd gathered around him and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    On The Way To Jerusalem

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on May 10, 2015
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    A perspective on Luke 19: On the road to Jerusalem, Jesus stopped to give life to others according to their needs. Jesus teaches that we all need to stop from time to time and give life to someone in need. In this way we live in his kingdom.

    On The Way To Jerusalem Introduction “Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord” (v.38), so shouted the expectant crowd that surrounded Jesus as he made his way to Jerusalem. The subject of that verse clearly expresses a major theme of chapter 19. The Gospel writer, Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Round Door

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jan 9, 2015
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    A drama for children: The Round Door

    The Round Door A children’s talk suitable for Easter Sunday (Matthew 28: 1-10). Theme: Jesus is risen. Aim: To teach the children that Jesus is alive. Materials: 1. card and felt pen. 2. A large piece of cardboard, large enough to make a round door. Preparation: Make labels that would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Easter Key

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jan 9, 2015
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    A drama for children: The Easter Key.

    The Easter Key Introduction: The children’s talk for today is based on part of the Easter Sunday story, (Mark 16: 1-4). Theme: God opens doors. Aim: To teach that God opened the door to the tomb of Jesus so that all may see and learn that Jesus is risen. Materials: 1. One metal key for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Salt

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jan 9, 2015
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    A drama for children: Salt

    Salt (This children’s talk is based on Matthew 5: 13) Theme: Christians as salt of the earth. Objective: 1. To teach that Christian love is like salt of the earth. 2. To show how salt can be recovered from salt water. 3. To teach that Jesus can recover the love that is in us. Focus ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Rice Paper

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jan 2, 2015
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    A drama for children: Rice Paper

    Rice Paper (A suitable text, John 6: 25-59) Theme: Growing to be like Jesus. Aim: 1. To encourage the children to grow to be like Jesus. 2. To encourage the children to read and listen to stories about Jesus. Materials: A small decorated box to hold the following items. A small quantity of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Palm Sunday

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jan 1, 2015
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    A drama for children: Palm Sunday

    Palm Sunday (This children’s talk is based on Luke 19: 37, 38.) Theme: Keep your eyes on Jesus. Objective: 1. To teach that miracles are seen when keeping your eyes on Jesus. 2. To teach that comfort and joy can come from keeping your eyes on Jesus. Focus Phrase: 1. Keep your eyes on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Mr. Humble

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jan 1, 2015
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    A drama for children: Mr. Humble.

    Mr. Humble. (This children’s talk is based on Matthew 5: 21-37, as part of the Sermon on the Mount.) Theme: Jesus is Mr. Humble. Objective: 1. To teach the meaning of being humble. 2. To teach the good news that Jesus is Mr. Humble. Key Words/Phrase: 1. to be humble 2. Jesus is Mr. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Lord, Teach Us To Pray

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Jan 1, 2015
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    A drama for children: Lord, Teach Us To Pray.

    Lord, Teach Us To Pray Theme: Prayer. (The following children’s address is based on Luke 11: 1-13. It is based on the question the disciples asked Jesus, “Lord, teach us to pray.” The outcome is the prayer that Jesus taught them, and the final product is known today as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Lazarus

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 30, 2014
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    A drama for children: Lazarus

    Lazarus (This children’s talk is based on John 11: 38-44, Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead.) Theme: Jesus raises the dead. Objective: 1. To teach that Jesus has the power to raise the dead. 2. To teach that one day Jesus will also raise us from the grave. Key Words/Phrase: 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Voice From The Beach

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 29, 2014
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    A perspective on John 21: 1-14. Like the disciples in the boat who listened to the voice of a ‘stranger’ from the beach, somehow you too will know at the right time where to ‘cast the net.’ At that time, you too will say with joy, “It is the Lord.”

    John 21: 1-14 A Voice From The Beach The Gospel according to John closes with one more miracle given by Jesus. Although it is the final miracle recorded in the Gospel, it is the first of his resurrected life. It happened this way: Some of the disciples of Jesus were sitting about on the shore by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Scars To Show

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 29, 2014
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    A perspective on John 20: 19-23. Jesus showed them his hands and side, the scars of his torment and death on the cross. This would have been an uncomfortable moment for them as they remembered their failures, abandonment, and lack of faith in Jesus.

    John 20: 19-23 Scars To Show The Gospel of John was written at about A.D. 85 a considerable number of years after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It was written at a time when Christians were being persecuted for their faith in Jesus, the Son of God. John wrote the Gospel not only for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus Wears His Crown

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 27, 2014
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    A drama for children: Jesus Wears His Crown.

    Jesus Wears His Crown Text: Matthew 27: 27-31 Introduction: The drama is especially suitable for the season of Easter. Theme: Salvation through Jesus Aim: 1. To teach that Jesus is our saviour 2. To teach that the Saviour wears a crown of thorns. Materials: 1 Various hats (three or four) i.e. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Power Of One

    Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 27, 2014
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    A perspective on John 17: 20-26. When we pray, we are not alone. Jesus, who is in us prays with us. Can you imagine that?

    John 17: 20-26 The Power Of One It’s time for my family and I to depart, time to say good-bye. No doubt, there will be mixed emotions as we say good-bye. Nonetheless, God’s plans are greater than our own. He is the one that closes and opens doors, he is the one that calls and sends so ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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