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  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    Our Troublesome Tongues

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 26, 2024
     | 1,457 views

    As James challenges his readers to have a true religion, he comes to a part of our faith-life that is nearly impossible to control - our tongues.

    Before we dive into the main content of the message today, I want to point out something rather obvious - there are no notes in your bulletins. There is a sense in which this sermon is set up fairly similarly to others - a couple of main points with smaller points, but there is also a sense in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Bad Is It, Jesus?

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 29, 2024
     | 973 views

    How deep is the sinful condition of humanity? What is the remedy? Jesus gives us a lovingly deep answer.

    9.1.24 Mark 7:15, 21-23 15 There is nothing outside of a man that can make him unclean by going into him. But the things that come out of a man are what make a man unclean. . . . 21 In fact, from within, out of people’s hearts, come evil thoughts, sexual sins, theft, murder, 22 adultery, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Tale Of Two Kinds Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 3, 2024
     | 3,171 views

    James focuses on the leaders of the church as he calls into question the source of wisdom - essentially noting that wisdom from God is drastically different than wisdom of the world.

    There are decisions that all of us make on a daily basis. Some of those are minor and relatively inconsequential, others are major and potentially life altering. Some impact only us (or so we think), where others reap ramifications on our families, church, workplaces, school, community, and more. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    This Is War Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 9, 2024
     | 1,127 views

    As we continue to pursue the "true religion" that James encourages us to embody, we come face to face with a war that we face. Sure, there are battles with culture, but this war is within.

    One of my favorite bands is the group “Switchfoot.” While I like their sound (it is unique and often very easily identifiable), what I like most is their lyrics. Switchfoot is a band that is made up of Christians. Their lyrics and songs have made their way onto both Christian and secular charts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hubris Or Humility Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 16, 2024
     | 849 views

    There are so many factors that come into play when we make plans, but how often does the Sovereign will of God affect our plan making? In this passage, James challenges us to avoid hubris and embrace humility by submitting to God’s sovereignty in making plans.

    Mistakes along the way? In February of 1995, nearly 30 years ago, the Holy Spirit spoke to me in a clear way that has impacted the course of my life - and yet it has not been without mistakes and missteps. He urged me to go to the church the Danielle grew up at and help out with the youth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Partiality, Patience, Presence Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 23, 2024
     | 996 views

    Jesus could return at any time, therefore we should be just in our dealings and patiently endure injustice.

    On the night before Jesus was crucified, He told his disciples John 14:3 ESV And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, that where I am you may be also. Jesus went to the cross, leaving them hope beyond the cross, hinting at the resurrection and eternal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Covenant Community Communicates Clearly Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 30, 2024
     | 694 views

    As James closes his letter to exiles, he concludes with instructions on three different topics - communication (oaths), prayer, and care. This sermon looks at the first of those in the context of a covenant community.

    In the run up to the 1988 Presidential Election, Vice President George H.W. Bush famously said “Read my lips: no new taxes.” He was running on a platform of consistency. He sought to take the policies and success of the Reagan years into a new term. He, in essence, swore an oath, made a promise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Covenant Community Prays Fervently Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Oct 7, 2024
     | 770 views

    One of James' final instructions to the exiled believers is on the topic of prayer.

    Introduction In his profound book on the importance of prayer in the life of a congregation, John Onwuchekwa shares this quote - which is attributed to several different people including Martin Luther: To be a Christian without prayer is no more possible than to be alive without breathing. Martin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is The World To Me?

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 11, 2024
     | 882 views

    Naaman had a deadly disease, but he was freed from his disease freely and graciously. How did he respond? How do we respond? How did Gehazi respond?

    10.13.24 2 Kings 5:14-27 When you get to be in your middle ages you need to start making appointments with the dermatologist, because you start to notice bumps and moles on your skin that are flaky or have potential for cancer. So the doctor or practitioner will come in with a little wand ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Adventures In Missing The Point Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jul 7, 2025
     | 457 views

    As Jesus makes a turn toward Jerusalem, we learn that the disciples still have so much to learn - but so do we.

    In his book Mere Christianity, CS Lewis uses an illustration to note how different it is to learn something than it is to apply that thing. His illustration centered on the difference between a map and being out on the water. In two dimensions, a map can look quite straight forward. You can see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    On Mission For The King Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jul 14, 2025
     | 487 views

    After missing the point of who Jesus is and what He's doing, the disciples are sent on another mission trip. Here they learn about both the manner and the mindset of the mission.

    As we seek to minister for Christ here in and around Poolesville, as we support missionaries in other contexts, I think this same manner and mindset will be helpful. If you have you Bibles, open them to Luke 10. I’ll read the passage for us in order to help us gain a full picture of what’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Extent Of Love Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jul 21, 2025
     | 525 views

    We are call to love God with all that we are and to love others as ourselves, but how? This sermon looks at the extent of loving God and loving others and reflects on the vast extent of Jesus' love for us.

    Luke 10:25–37 ESV And behold, a lawyer stood up to put him to the test, saying, “Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?” He said to him, “What is written in the Law? How do you read it?” And he answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Portion Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 5, 2025
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     | 504 views

    What is the necessary, good thing in our relationship with Jesus?

    I have a problem - a problem with serving food. I always want the bigger portion - if I’m pouring drinks for Danielle and me - I’ll take the one that’s a bit more. If I’m plating food, I’ll put a bit more on my plate. Now, I know she eats less than I do - basically everyone in my house eats less ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Reveal

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 28, 2025
     | 554 views

    Paul speaks of veils and unveiling in a comparison of law and gospel on a Transfiguration Sunday. A deep text to work through.

    3.2.25 2 Corinthians 3:7–18 (EHV) 7 If the ministry that brought death (which was engraved in letters on stone) came with glory, so that the Israelites could not look directly at the face of Moses because of the glory of his face (though it was fading), 8 how will the ministry of the spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Cost Of Following Jesus Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Mar 3, 2025
     | 868 views

    While all of us come to faith from a variety of different circumstances, the calling of Simon helps us to see that there are some commonalities among all conversions

    When you and I come to faith in Jesus Christ, we do so from a variety of different circumstances. Some are younger (I was 5). Some are older - I know a woman who was in her late 80s when she came to faith. Some have lived simple lives, others have lived rather rambunctiously. Some have come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist