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Heaven came down to earth through the Holy Spirit on Pentecost
When Heaven Came Down Acts 2 June 4, 2006 Morning Service Introduction The Day of Pentecost was part of a special celebration for the Jewish people. it was also known as the feast of Weeks. This day would have been celebrated 50 days after the events of Easter and only 10 days after the ascension ...read more
Scripture: Acts 2:1-12
Denomination: Church Of God
A sermon for the Season after Pentecost, Series B, Lectionary 17
July 28, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Ephesians 3:14-21; John 6:1-21 Gather up the Fragments Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Gather up the fragments left over, so that nothing may be lost.” Leftovers. I’m a ...read more
Scripture: John 6:1-21, Ephesians 3:14-21
Denomination: Lutheran
The English word “know” can be defined as the ability to be aware of truth or to perceive directly; to be convinced or certain; have a practical or experiential understanding.
Week Two - The Power to ‘Know’ Wisdom, Knowledge, Discerning of Spirits The English word “know” can be defined as the ability to be aware of truth or to perceive directly; to be convinced or certain; have a practical or experiential understanding. (Merriam Webster). This definition can be applied ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8, 1 Corinthians 12:10
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
We all like to think of our selves as good, decent, and kind people. But, I was shocked to find out that the Bible tells us kindness doesn’t come naturally to us.
(this was a sermon centered on the “Fruit of the Spirit" in Galatians 5:22-23a) Open: A Sunday school teacher was telling her class the story of the Good Samaritan, in which a man was beaten, robbed and left for dead. She described the situation in vivid detail so her students would catch the ...read more
Scripture: Luke 6:25-42
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
A sermon for the Season after Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 12
June 25, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Eleva Lutheran Church Romans 6:1b-11; Matthew 10:24-39 A Faith Stronger than Our Anxieties Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. It is good to be with you today! I bring you greetings from your ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39, Romans 6:1-11
The parable of the Good Samaritan surprises - it’s not what you’d expect, as a picture of Christianity - but it works.
Luke 10:25-37 WHAT DOES CHRISTIANITY LOOK LIKE? Have you ever been surprised when you have met someone in person, surprised by the way that person looked? During the fair, the local radio station personalities are there, and you’re able to see what they look like. And almost always, you’ll hear ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:25-37
A look at James and John and how they desire to judge the Samaritans and how God treats us with grace and mercy
James: Calling Fire Down from Heaven Luke 9:51-56 Primary Purpose: Jesus purpose was not to condemn, but to save. On a recent Sunday morning, members of a church in Oklahoma noticed a shabbily-dressed man wandering near the church, poking into garbage cans. The man finally came to rest on the ...read more
Scripture: Luke 9:51-56
Denomination: Baptist
Jesus, Good Samaritan Become Betroubled Traveler: He Who Knew No Sin Became Sin for Us
“Blessed are the Eyes that See the Things Ye See” Hosea 6.1-6; Galatians 3.15-22; St. Luke 10.23-37; Psalm 142 the Sermon preached at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church—U.A.C. for the Thirteenth Sunday after Trinity by the Rev. Frederick E. Davison, Pastor September 14, 2003 X X X Grace, Mercy, ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:23-37, Psalm 142:1-7
Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7, Luke 10:23-37
In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus challenges his followers to be creative in their neighborly love and to think outside the box.
Luke 10:28-37 “Thinking Outside the Box” INTRODUCTION [Enter to theme song of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, “It’s A Beautiful Day In the Neighborhood.” Sit down, replace shoes with athletic shoes, and slip on a cardigan sweater] From the late 60’s to 2001, Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood was a staple ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:28-37, Luke 10:25-37
Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at a well, speaks of living water, true worship, and the fields white for harvest.
John 4:1-42 “Water for Dry Times” INTRODUCTION The writer of John paints a stark contrast between the Jewish leader, Nicodemus in chapter three and the Samaritan woman at the well in chapter four. The Pharisee and religious leader has a name, the woman is unnamed. The man was a ...read more
Scripture: John 4:1-42
Explores the transformative power of encountering Jesus, using the story of the Samaritan woman at the well as a guide for personal redemption.
Dear brothers and sisters, I stand before you today with a heart full of joy and a spirit brimming with anticipation. We gather in this sacred space, not by chance, but by divine design. Our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, has orchestrated this moment for us to come together, to share in ...read more
Topics: Jesus, Shame And Guilt
A Sermon for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
4th Sunday after Pentecost Luke 9: 51-62 "I will follow you, but......" Do you know of a little word in our language which if placed after a statement, becomes the biggest negative word in our language? The word is but, as in, I will follow you, Lord, but it negates all that come before. Or, I ...read more
Scripture: Luke 9:51-62
A Sermon for the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Pentecost 5 Luke 10:1-12, 16-20 "Am I my Brother’s Keeper? In the 4th chapter of Genesis Cain asks God, verse 10, "Am I my brother’s keeper?" as God asked Cain where Abel was. God’s answer to that specific question was answered loud and clear through Jesus with a resounding Yes. I am my ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:1-20
It is the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost.
THE ATTITUDES OF INGRATITUDE AND GRATITUDE THE ATTITUDES OF INGRATITUDE AND GRATITUDE Introduction Come with me and I will quickly tell you a story. Two friends sat at a Waffle House kindly and quietly eating their meals. Fifteen minutes into eating the meal, one friend noticed a dirty, ...read more
Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Deuteronomy 10:12-22
Denomination: Holiness
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