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Summary: Jesus is the one and only door — the exclusive path to salvation, the escape from the enemy's traps, and the entrance into an abundant life of peace, purpose, and relationship with God that begins not in eternity but right now.Title: The DoorDate: 5/17/26, 10am, Sunday SermonSpeaker: Pastor Tom Van KempenApproximate Outline:00:00 - Introduction03:10 - Jesus Is the Only Door06:20 - Love and Justice Together09:45 - We All Need Rescuing13:00 - The Enemy's Traps16:30 - Grace: The Master Key19:50 - The Entrance Door23:05 - The Comma in John 10:1027:00 - Communion29:30 - Closing and Invitation

G'day, colleagues and friends. We are just about here and it will be time to enter Holy Week. My prayers for strength and clarity for you during this “heavy” time of the year.Churches often choose either the Palm liturgy or the Passion liturgy on this Sunday, though many combine them. It's a bit of a sticky wicket whichever way you attempt it. I have included fairly brief summaries of these familiar texts, very light pastoral cautions, and a potential outline for combining not only the Palm/Passion texts, but the Narrative lectionary text, as well. Maybe it works, maybe it doesn't; that's the tension we face every week, isn't it? RCL texts include:Palms:* Matthew 21:1–11* Psalm 118:1–2, 19–29Passion:* Isaiah 50:4–9a* Psalm 31:9–16* Philippians 2:5–11* Matthew 26:14–27:66Big IdeaJesus enters Jerusalem as the promised king, but the crowd's expectations collide with God's plan: the Messiah will not conquer through power but through suffering, humility, and the cross.Text SummariesMatthew 21:1–11 — The Triumphal EntryJesus enters Jerusalem riding a donkey, fulfilling Zechariah's prophecy of a humble king. Crowds spread cloaks and branches on the road, shouting “Hosanna” and welcoming him as the Son of David. The scene is filled with celebration, but the crowd does not yet understand the kind of king Jesus truly is.Summary:Jesus publicly reveals himself as Israel's king, but his kingdom will unfold very differently than people expect.Psalm 118:1–2, 19–29 — The King's ProcessionThis psalm celebrates God's steadfast love and the victory of the one whom God has chosen. The line “Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord” becomes the crowd's cry during Jesus' entry into Jerusalem.Summary:The psalm celebrates God's deliverance and foreshadows the welcome given to the coming king.Isaiah 50:4–9a — The Suffering ServantThis servant song portrays one who faithfully obeys God despite suffering humiliation and violence. The servant trusts that God will ultimately vindicate him.Summary:God's servant remains faithful through suffering, trusting God's final justice.Psalm 31:9–16 — A Cry of TrustThis psalm expresses deep distress and persecution while maintaining confidence in God's protection. The words echo the emotional reality of the Passion story.Summary:Even in suffering and rejection, the faithful place their lives in God's hands.Philippians 2:5–11 — The Humility of ChristPaul describes Christ's self-emptying: though equal with God, he humbled himself, taking the form of a servant and becoming obedient to death on a cross. Because of this humility, God exalted him above all.Summary:The path to glory for Christ—and for his followers—is humility and sacrificial obedience.Matthew 26–27 — The Passion NarrativeThe Gospel recounts the betrayal of Jesus, his arrest, trial, suffering, crucifixion, and burial. What appears to be defeat becomes the unfolding of God's plan for redemption.Summary:The rejected king gives his life to redeem the world.Preaching Cautions1. Avoid romanticizing the Palm Sunday crowd.With all the exultation in the air, it would be easy to assume that this crowd was “all in” for Jesus. But the same voices shouting “Hosanna” can quickly turn toward rejection when expectations are not met — or fear and political persuasion take hold. (Not to mention a few shekels crossing palms, no pun intended.)2. Do not separate Palm Sunday from the cross.The triumphal entry only makes sense when read in light of the coming crucifixion. Prettty much ‘nuff said about that, but it become especially important if your schedule is light on the other services of Holy Week (or most folks simply won't be there for Maundy Thursday or Good Friday.)3. Avoid portraying the Passion as merely tragic.The suffering of Jesus is part of God's redemptive plan. Again, this is a basic and important theological stand. There were plenty of other individuals crucified this week and all of them were tragic. But none of them had the deep significance of THIS crucifixion.Narrative Lectionary Text:John 19:16b–22 — The Crucifixion BeginsBig IdeaThe world believes it is executing a criminal, but in reality it is lifting up the true king whose cross becomes the throne of God's redeeming love.SummaryJesus carries his cross to Golgotha where he is crucified between two others. Pilate orders an inscription to be placed above him: “Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews.” Though meant as a charge against him, the title reveals the deeper truth of John's Gospel: the crucified one is truly the king.Summary:The cross exposes both human injustice and the paradoxical kingship of Christ.Preaching Cautions1. Avoid portraying the crucifixion as accidental.In John's Gospel, the cross unfolds within God's sovereign plan.2. Do not focus solely on brutality.The Gospel emphasizes theological meaning rather than graphic detail.3. Avoid antisemitic interpretations.The conflict reflects specific leadership decisions, not the guilt of an entire people.4. Do not overlook John's irony.The inscription meant to mock Jesus actually proclaims the truth.5. Keep the resurrection horizon visible.John presents the cross as the beginning of Jesus' glorification.A Unified Sermon OutlineThe King We Did Not ExpectOne Line SummaryJesus is the true king, but his kingdom is revealed not through power and conquest, but through humility, suffering, and sacrificial love.IntroductionPalm Sunday begins with celebration.Crowds line the road.Branches wave in the air.People shout:“Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord!”They believe the king has finally arrived.And they are right.But they misunderstand what kind of king he is.The same paradox appears again in the Narrative Lectionary reading.Above Jesus' cross Pilate posts a sign:“Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews.”Pilate means it as mockery.But John wants us to see something deeper:The cross itself becomes the throne of the king.Movement 1The King Who Comes in HumilityJesus enters Jerusalem riding a donkey.This fulfills Zechariah's prophecy:“See, your king comes to you, humble and riding on a donkey.”In the ancient world, kings entered cities on war horses after military victory.But Jesus comes differently.Not on a war horse.Not surrounded by soldiers.He arrives as a king of peace.The crowd expects liberation from Rome.Jesus comes to bring liberation from sin and death.Movement 2The King the World RejectsThe excitement of Palm Sunday quickly fades.Within days:* religious leaders oppose him* the crowd turns* Roman authorities condemn himBy the time we reach John 19, the king is hanging on a cross.And yet John fills the scene with irony.The soldiers dress him in royal clothing.A crown rests on his head.A sign announces his kingship.Everything meant to mock Jesus actually reveals the truth.The world thinks it is executing a criminal.In reality, it is witnessing the enthronement of the king.Movement 3The King Who Reigns from the CrossThe cross completely redefines power.In most kingdoms:Power means taking control.Power means defeating enemies.Power means domination.But in the kingdom of God:Power looks like sacrifice.Power looks like forgiveness.Power looks like love.The cross becomes the place where God defeats sin—not by destroying enemies, but by absorbing evil and overcoming it with grace.Closing IllustrationOn Palm Sunday the people waved palm branches.In the ancient world, palm branches were symbols of victory and triumph. When a king returned from battle, people welcomed him by waving branches and celebrating his conquest.So when the crowd waved palms for Jesus, they were declaring something important:“The king has come to win the victory.”But the victory they expected was not the victory Jesus came to bring.They expected a king who would overthrow Rome.They expected a king who would take political power.Instead, within days the story takes a shocking turn.The palm branches disappear.The cheering stops.The crowd that welcomed him fades into silence.And the king who entered Jerusalem in celebration is given a different crown.Not a crown of gold.A crown of thorns.To the world, that crown looked like defeat.But the Gospel tells us something extraordinary.The crown of thorns was actually the beginning of the king's victory.Because the cross would not be the end of the story.Three days later, the one who wore the crown of thorns would walk out of the tomb alive.And the victory the crowd longed for on Palm Sunday would finally be revealed—not as a political triumph, but as the defeat of sin, death, and evil itself.The palms were not wrong.They were just too small. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lectionarypro.substack.com

RCL TextsEzekiel 37:1–14; Psalm 130; Romans 8:6–11; John 11:1–45A “Big Idea” for Preaching The readings for this Sunday proclaim that the God of Scripture is the God who brings life where death seems final. In Ezekiel, a valley of dry bones—symbolizing a people who believe their story is over—is restored by the breath of God's Spirit. Psalm 130 gives voice to those living in the depths of despair, teaching that hope rests not in human strength but in the Lord's steadfast mercy. Romans 8 reveals that this life-giving power is now at work through the Spirit who dwells in believers and who raised Jesus from the dead. Finally, in John 11, Jesus stands before the tomb of Lazarus and declares, “I am the resurrection and the life,” demonstrating that the power promised in prophecy and experienced through the Spirit is fully embodied in Him. Together these texts proclaim a single message: when God speaks and God's Spirit moves, even the deepest despair and the finality of the grave cannot prevent the new life God brings. We are, of course, preparing for Palm Sunday, Holy Week, and Christ's own challenge to death through the power of God.Text SummariesEzekiel 37:1–14The prophet Ezekiel is shown a valley filled with dry bones representing Israel in exile—spiritually and nationally dead. At God's command, Ezekiel prophesies and the bones come together, are covered with flesh, and finally receive breath, becoming a living army. God explains that this vision symbolizes God's promise to restore Israel, bring them back to their land, and give them new life through God's Spirit.Summary:God promises to restore a hopeless people and breathe new life into what appears completely dead.Psalm 130This psalm begins with a desperate plea for mercy from “the depths,” expressing human awareness of sin and dependence on God's forgiveness. The psalmist declares that if God counted sins strictly no one could stand, yet forgiveness is found with teh Lord. The psalm ends by urging Israel to wait for the Lord with hope because His steadfast love brings redemption.Summary:From deep distress and guilt, the faithful cry out to God, trusting in God's mercy and redemption.Romans 8:6–11Paul contrasts two ways of living: life controlled by the flesh and life guided by the Spirit. A mind set on the flesh leads to death and hostility toward God, while the Spirit brings life and peace. Believers belong to Christ because God's Spirit dwells in them, and the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead will also give life to their mortal bodies.Summary:Those who belong to Christ live by the Spirit, sharing in the life and resurrection power of God.John 11:1–45Jesus' friend Lazarus becomes ill and dies before Jesus arrives in Bethany. Speaking with Martha, Jesus declares, “I am the resurrection and the life.” At Lazarus's tomb, Jesus calls him out of death and restores him to life, demonstrating His authority over death and revealing God's glory. This miracle leads many to believe in Him but also intensifies the opposition that will soon lead to His crucifixion.Summary:Jesus reveals Himself as the source of resurrection life by raising Lazarus from the dead.Cautions for PreachingOne caution: do not flatten Ezekiel into a generic proof-text for end-times resurrection. It certainly contributes to later resurrection theology, but its first burden is the restoration of exiled Israel.A second caution: do not reduce Psalm 130 to vague emotional comfort. It is explicitly about sin, forgiveness, reverent fear, and covenant hope.A third caution: do not read Romans 8 as anti-body or anti-material. Paul is not denigrating the body; he is proclaiming that even mortal bodies are destined for life through the Spirit.A fourth caution: do not treat Lazarus as though it were simply “Jesus proves he can do miracles.” John's whole point is larger: Lazarus is a sign unveiling Jesus' identity and preparing the reader for the paradox of the cross and resurrection.An IllustrationIn many parts of the American West there are towns that once thrived—mining towns, railroad towns, farming towns. When the industry collapsed, the people left. Buildings decayed. Windows broke. Streets filled with weeds.If you walked through one of those ghost towns you might think, Nothing will ever live here again.But occasionally something surprising happens. A new road is built, a new industry arrives, or a group of families decides to restore the place. Houses are repaired. Lights turn on again. Children ride bicycles down streets that were once empty.What looked like a place where life had ended becomes alive again.Ezekiel's valley of dry bones is God's declaration that He specializes in restoring what looks like a ghost town. Israel thought their story was finished. God said, Not yet.The God of Scripture is the God who walks into abandoned valleys and says,“Live.”(By the way, if you ever have the opportunity to visit the town of Jerome, Arizona — pictured above — do it! A fascinating history and perfect example of a town that “died” and has come back to life in a brand new way!)Narrative Lectionary Text(s)John 19:1–16a — Jesus CondemnedSummary and ContextThis passage occurs within John's Passion narrative (John 18–19) and specifically within Jesus' trial before Pontius Pilate.The movement of the trial unfolds in stages:* Jesus before Pilate (18:28–40)* Jesus scourged and mocked (19:1–3)* Pilate's attempts to release him (19:4–12)* Final condemnation (19:13–16)The text therefore functions as the moment when Jesus' fate becomes irreversible.Psalm 146 (Optional Psalm)Psalm 146 serves as a theological counterpoint to the trial narrative.Key declaration:“Do not put your trust in princes.”This line speaks directly into the political drama of John 19.While Pilate, Caesar, and religious leaders exercise earthly authority, the psalm reminds the faithful that true hope belongs only in the Lord who reigns forever.The “Big Idea”John's Passion narrative consistently reveals a paradox:The moment that looks like defeat is actually the beginning of victory.Jesus is mocked as king, yet he truly is king.He appears powerless, yet he governs history.He is condemned by human authority, yet his death will bring salvation.Thus the trial of Jesus exposes a profound truth:The kingdoms of this world cannot recognize the king who rules through sacrificial love.Some Preaching Cautions* Avoid collective Jewish blame — Do not present “the Jews” as responsible for Jesus' death; the conflict in John reflects a dispute with specific leaders, not an entire people.* Do not portray Pilate as innocent — Pilate's hesitation does not make him virtuous; he ultimately chooses political security over justice.* Do not reduce the passage to modern politics — While political pressure is present, the deeper issue in the text is the identity and kingship of Jesus.* Preserve John's irony — The mockery of Jesus as king actually reveals the truth that he truly is the king.* Do not portray Jesus merely as a victim — In John's Gospel, Jesus remains sovereign and willingly moves toward the cross.* Avoid turning the story into a simple moral lesson — The passage is not primarily about good and bad behavior but about recognizing who Jesus is.* Keep the story connected to the resurrection — The condemnation of Jesus must be preached within the larger movement toward the cross and the victory of Easter.An IllustrationIn 2007 a young man walked into a busy Washington, D.C. subway station during the morning rush hour. He opened a violin case and began to play classical music.People hurried past. A few dropped coins into the case. Most never slowed down.For forty-five minutes he played some of the most beautiful violin pieces ever written.Thousands passed by.Almost no one stopped.What the crowd did not realize was that the musician was Joshua Bell, one of the greatest violinists in the world. The violin he was playing was worth over three million dollars. Just days earlier, people had paid hundreds of dollars to hear him perform the same music in a concert hall.But in the subway station, no one recognized him.In John 19 something similar happens—but with infinitely greater stakes.Jesus stands before Pilate wearing a crown of thorns and a purple robe. Soldiers mock him. The crowd demands his death.No one recognizes who is standing in front of them.The King of the universe is standing in the room—and the world thinks he is a criminal. This is a public episode. 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Date: March 8, 2026 Text: Matthew 28:18–20; Luke 24:46–47 Summary: Jesus gives His authority and presence to send His people into the world. The Great Commission isn't optional—it's the mission of the church until He returns.

Date: March 8, 2026 Text: Matthew 28:18–20; Luke 24:46–47 Summary: Jesus gives His authority and presence to send His people into the world. The Great Commission isn't optional—it's the mission of the church until He returns.

Date: March 8, 2026 Text: Matthew 28:18–20; Luke 24:46–47 Summary: Jesus gives His authority and presence to send His people into the world. The Great Commission isn't optional—it's the mission of the church until He returns.

When we let Jesus in, He changes our hearts and our lives from the inside out. Summary: Jesus came to earth in a humble manner so that no one can say He was more privileged than them.  Many of us put up a “No Vacancy” sign on their heart and do not let Him in, but when we finally turn off the “No” we realize that Jesus can change our heart of stone to that of flesh and it can change our lives.

Key Truth: Jesus is our Example.Key Verse: Hebrews 12:1–2.Summary: Jesus is our example of how to rejoice and persevere in life's hard places. We fix our eyes on Jesus, who does not leave us alone in sorrow but gives us a way and a companion through it.This four-week series begins with a premise rooted in 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, which instructs us to rejoice, pray, and be thankful in every circumstance. That is a challenging command! Can we really rejoice always? Look around. Life is full of messy and difficult situations, over many of which we have little control. This series examines how to find strength in the Lord, practice gratitude, embrace lament, and find support in our community to endure whatever life throws at us with a joyful heart.__________________________________Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/legacychurchtx/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join us in person:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://legacychurchhutto.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music used with permission:Dreamers by Mixaund | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mixaund.bandcamp.com⁠

Summary: Jesus demolished every wall of separation through the cross, making peace and building one new people into God's dwelling.Series: Ephesians - Unstoppable: The Life you Were Made To LiveTitle: Part 4 - No Walls, Just a CrossDate: 10/8/25, 6:30pm, Wednesday Bible StudySpeaker: Pastor Scott AndersonApproximate Outline:00:00 - The Night the Wall Fell03:55 - Humanity's Wall of Separation08:25 - The Cross That Demolishes12:15 - From Separation to Nearness17:05 - From Walls to Peace22:40 - Jesus, Our Peace26:55 - One New People in Christ31:40 - From Strangers to a Sanctuary35:10 - Living Stones and the Builder's Plan

Summary: Jesus is the one Mediator who is all-loving, all-powerful, and always-heard because he presents himself before the heavenly throne of grace continually. The One Mediator He is All-Loving, All-Powerful, and Always-Heard What About the Saints?

Summary: Jesus, the Bread of Life, is the essential source of spiritual sustenance, support, and lasting fulfillment that no worldly substitute can satisfy.Title: The Bread of LifeDate: 8/17/25, 10am, Sunday SermonSpeaker: Pastor Tom Van KempenOutline:00:00 - Introduction to the Sermon17:56 - Rebuild the Altar and Prioritize God18:13 - Elijah and the 12 Stones19:07 - Identity Precedes Worship20:15 - Impractical Obedience23:05 - The Consuming Fire25:05 - Cut Down the Idols29:13 - Concluding with Consecration

Matthew 16:1-12 Summary: Jesus warns that dangerous doctrine often comes subtly, disguised in religious language but marked by hypocrisy, legalism, skepticism, and worldliness. True faith doesn't demand constant signs but trusts in Christ, remaining rooted in sound teaching and alert to spiritual deception.

Matthew 15:29-39  Summary: Jesus has compassion on the poor, the hungry, the needy. He also has compassion on us- the poor, unbelieving disciples! How often do we ask Jesus to prove Himself all over again when we have already seen Him work! He does not fail to be patient with us and give us a testimony of His sacrifice as the Bread of Heaven, and His power to multiply provision.

*Listen to the Show notes and podcast transcript with this multi-language player. SUMMARY: Jesus said, “no man comes to the Father , but through Me.” He is our connection to the Father. The Father is the One with the plan. He is drawing us into His love through Christ. It's not complicated; we just open up to the Body of Christ. SHOW NOTES: The Father sent His Son into the world not just to give the lost a salvation experience, but to enable a people to be His family. Christ is maturing within a body of believers as they hear His voice and open up to a fresh revelation of Him. The presence of the Lord is breaking down the misconceptions and deceptions that would keep us from knowing Him. The love of the Father is completing His plan in a people. This experience is so simple; just open up. This relationship with the Father through Christ liberates us to really love each other. QUOTATIONS: The Lord Jesus Christ and His completion in us, gives way to a revelation of the Father. Everything that's been in the Father's heart from the beginning was to be to us what He's becoming now. Now there's many sons coming to glory. Jesus Christ is in us, revealing the Father to the world. It is unfolding in the heart; it 's just His love. He's not doing it from the heavens; He's doing it through us. The Father's love is coming through, because of the relationship I'm having with my Lord and my Father and the Holy Spirit. If you're moving in Jesus Christ and you're expressing Him, there's those aspects of the Father that are coming through to people already, because they're expressed through Christ. It's just not anything that you have to strive for; you don't have to do anything. When He is your source and He is your everything, you don't need anything from anyone else. REFERENCES:

In this episode of Gospel Talks, we explore the persistent and gentle nature of Jesus as portrayed in Revelation 3:20. Jesus patiently knocks on the doors of our hearts, offering fellowship to those who open to Him. But He doesn't force His way in—He waits, even when we resist or misunderstand.Whether someone doubts God's existence, disagrees with the Bible, or hesitates to commit to what they know to be true, Jesus remains persistent, never leaving but always gently inviting.We also discuss how we, as followers of Christ, can model His persistence and gentleness in our conversations about faith. Drawing from 2 Timothy 2:24-26, we highlight the importance of kindness, patient teaching, and confidence in God's power to lead others to repentance and freedom.Summary:Jesus knocks, but He doesn't push (Revelation 3:20).His persistence is evident even when:People don't believe in Him.They misunderstand or disagree with Scripture or Bible studies like The Exchange.They understand but are not ready or willing to commit.We are called to emulate Jesus' approach:Be kind, patient, and gentle (2 Timothy 2:24-25).Trust that God can bring others to repentance and truth (2 Timothy 2:25-26).Carry an urgency to help others escape the snares of sin and the devil.Tune in for practical insights on navigating faith conversations with gentleness and persistence, just like Jesus.

The Politics of Jesus Thy Kingdom Come Essential Church October 27, 2024 Summary - Jesus was asked a political question about paying taxes to Caesar, but he avoided taking a partisan stance. Jesus emphasized that the ultimate allegiance should be to God, not any earthly political authority. The transcript discusses the historical context of the Pharisees and Herodians, two opposing political factions in Jesus' time. The speaker cautions against making politics the primary focus, rather than the message of the gospel and a relationship with Jesus. The speaker argues that Jesus did not come with a political agenda, but to seek and save the lost. The speaker encourages the audience to avoid letting political divisions divide relationships and prevent sharing the gospel message. The speaker emphasizes that true hope and change come through a relationship with Jesus, not through political means. The speaker encourages the audience to focus on their primary calling as the church, which is to share the message of Jesus, rather than getting caught up in political agendas.  Discussion Questions - How does the pastor explain the background and context of the Pharisees and Herodians who questioned Jesus about paying taxes to Caesar? What does this reveal about the political tensions of the time? The pastor discusses how Jesus did not take a clear political stance, even when asked a politically-charged question. What does this suggest about Jesus' approach to politics and the role of the church? The pastor emphasizes that Jesus' primary mission was not political, but rather about establishing a loving relationship with God. How does this perspective challenge the tendency for Christians to be overly focused on political agendas? The pastor cautions against allowing political differences to divide friendships and relationships within the church. What are the dangers of this, and how can Christians maintain unity despite political disagreements? What does the pastor mean when he says "our hope has always been in Jesus Christ" rather than in who governs or what laws are passed? How can this perspective shape a Christian's approach to politics and civic engagement? The pastor encourages focusing on sharing the gospel message rather than primarily pursuing political change. What are the potential pitfalls of prioritizing political goals over evangelism and discipleship? How can Christians thoughtfully engage in the political process while maintaining the proper perspective, as outlined by the pastor in this sermon?

SUMMARY Jesus' teaching in Matthew 6 on prayer show us that prayer is something that can be taught and it’s something that can be learned. Which means that it can be done the right way and it can be done the wrong way. When Jesus teaches us to pray- he shows us that our prayers […]

Summary: Jesus' Sermon on the Mount was intended to distinguish his disciples from the crowds and highlight the cost of discipleship. What separates Christians from non-Christians is not virtue or morality, but faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. When Jesus called his followers "salt" and "light", he was addressing their identity before addressing their behavior. "Salt" points to the preserving, anti-decay influence disciples are meant to have in the world. "Light" depicts how disciples push back darkness in decaying culture. Both salt and light must get out of isolation and into the world to fulfill their purpose. The church exists for the sake of the decaying, dark world. Discussion Questions: Do we see our core identity as resting in Jesus or in our own morality/virtue? How might this affect how we view non-Christians? What evidence do you see of moral/cultural decay that signals the need for the church's preserving "salt" influence? What examples of ethical confusion or darkness can you identify that require the light of Christ through his people? How have we neglected being "salt and light" by isolating ourselves from people who need Jesus? Practically speaking, how can we let our light shine through good deeds without calling attention to ourselves? How do we give glory to Jesus rather than ourselves? The questions aim to foster conviction, awareness, and practical application when it comes to embracing our calling as "salt and light" to the world for the glory of Christ.

Summary: Jesus was perpetually concerned with doing only what God, his Father, authorized. The gospel of John highlights this repeatedly, as we discuss in this lesson. Even times when Jesus seems to be a rule-breaker (like with the Sabbath), he appeals to tradition and what Scripture commands. Speaker: Bryant Bailles Passage: John 12:44-50 Legal notice: Speakers here typically quote from the NASB, ESV or NKJV almost exclusively, and the respective copyright notices follow. Some occasionally quote from the King James Version, which is public domain (in the US). Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright by The Lockman Foundation Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Summary--Jesus tells the weary to find rest in him. Let's listen to what the Holy Spirit has for us today...---THE CLAIMS OF JESUS--THE INVITATION OF JESUS--THE REQUIREMENT OF JESUS

Summary: Jesus brings life to the dead. Yes, through resurrection on the last day, but also at baptism and every day of a Christian's life, we are renewed to a new life. Speaker: John Koen Passages: 2 Corinthians 5:14-19 Legal notice: Speakers here typically quote from the NASB, ESV or NKJV almost exclusively, and the respective copyright notices follow. Some occasionally quote from the King James Version, which is public domain (in the US). Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright by The Lockman Foundation Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Summary: Jesus' Passion provides us with amazing liberties and freedoms! Listen as Doug Stringer explains the complete ramifications of Jesus' Passion by looking at the five basic Old Testament sacrifices He fulfilled. Each one teaches a unique facet of His perfect sacrificial work. As you listen you will come to a deeper appreciation of the work of the Cross and the power of the Resurrection; and be able to walk more fully in the freedoms Christ bought for you.  You will understand how vital your relationship with Lord Jesus really is!   Share this message with a friend and subscribe for weekly encouragement and inspiration! Visit AWordInSeasonPodcast.org for a free 30-Day Devotional. Learn more at: SomebodyCares.org and join us to support this ministry and disaster response efforts.   You can also receive weekly Provoke-a-Thought emails, monthly teaching emails, periodic ministry updates, or join our prayer team by signing up here! FOLLOW US ON: Facebook: @SomebodyCaresAmerica  Youtube: SomebodyCaresAmerica  Rumble: SomebodyCares or  Twitter: _SomebodyCares. Instagram: SomebodyCaresAmerica LinkedIn: Somebody Cares America

Summary: Jesus sends us into the world to call sinners out of the world and to him.Download Podcast Summary Graphic.The Purpose Driven Life  (Day 36)Visit thestorychanger.life for more resources on changing our story with God's Story.

Summary: Jesus commissions every believer to protect and strengthen the unity of the church.Download Podcast Summary Graphic.The Purpose Driven Life  (Day 21)Visit thestorychanger.life for more resources on changing our story with God's Story.

Summary: Jesus promises in John 10:10 that He came to give us abundant life, but we often think that life's fulfillment is found in worldly achievements and experiences. In this lesson, we consider the kind of life ambitions that align with Jesus' teaching and how that equips us to find contentment and fulfillment in whatever situation we may be in. Speaker: Bryant Bailles Passage: 1 Corinthians 7:17-31 Legal notice: Speakers here typically quote from the NASB, ESV or NKJV almost exclusively, and the respective copyright notices follow. Some occasionally quote from the King James Version, which is public domain (in the US). Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright by The Lockman Foundation Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Summary: Jesus is praying for us to be a community of unity.  

Summary: Jesus reveals to us through Peter that true discipleship is not defined by our failures but by our faith in his love and that those who love him will follow him to the end.

Summary: Jesus began His ministry in manner this is both astonishing and easily taken for granted. In this lesson, we strive to consider the value of what Jesus accomplished when He endured 40 days in the wilderness being tempted by the Devil. Speaker: Bryant Bailles Passage: Matthew 4:1-11 Legal notice: Speakers here typically quote from the NASB, ESV or NKJV almost exclusively, and the respective copyright notices follow. Some occasionally quote from the King James Version, which is public domain (in the US). Scripture quotations taken from the NASB (New American Standard Bible) Copyright by The Lockman Foundation Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Summary: Jesus was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary, however many skeptics and false teachers have risen in our churches and have begun to cast doubt on historical Christian doctrines. One of which is the teaching that Mary was a virgin. As Christians, we need to know what we believe and defend it. In this message, we make a defense for the virgin birth of Jesus.

Summary - Jesus continues His farewell discourse and is focusing on how the love He has for His disciples changes who they are and how they live. In this sermon we will see what Jesus' love produces in us and what Jesus' love produces through us.

Summary - Jesus tells his followers in this passage that He is the Vine and we are the branches. We can only produce spiritual fruit by abiding in Him through the Spirit. In this sermon we look at what "fruit" is, what "abiding" means, and how we "abide" in Him.

Text: Romans 12:1-2Summary: Jesus invites us to know Him and experience His life changing power but you will never know Him half-way. You must make Him Lord. You must go All In.Five All IN Commitments every Christian must make. - We go All In for Him because He went All In for us.Worship: A commitment to daily and weekly worship.Fellowship: A commitment to live in community with other Christians and intentionally build godly relationships.Discipleship: A commitment to learn and live Gods word that leads me to become like Jesus.Ministry: A commitment to love others through the exercise of my talents and spiritual gifts.Mission: A commitment to share the good news through the story God is writing in my life.A New Pattern for Life! - The pattern of this world: Live and then die. - The pattern of Jesus Christ: Die and then live. John 12:24–25 (ESV)Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. 25 Whoever loves his life loses it, and whoever hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life.Romans 12:1–2 (ESV) I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.1. Going All In is my response to Jesus going All In for me. Romans 12:12. All In leads me to give my whole life to Jesus. Romans 12:13. Living as an All In Christian is the heart of true worship. 12:14. All In is greater than Add On. Rom 12:25. All In opens the door to God perfect plan. Rom 12:2

Scripture – Hebrews 5:1-10 Summary: Jesus is the only High Priest in whom we can draw near to God.

Scripture – Hebrews 5:1-10 Summary: Jesus is the only High Priest in whom we can draw near to God.

Summary - Jesus had over 100 names of God, to choose from when talking about his and our relationship with God. But instead, he chose Abba Father. In this short talk, we discover why and how we can access this relationship with God.

Key Scripture Readings: Matthew 6:19-24 Summary Jesus gives many teachings about the dangers of earthly riches in the gospel. While it is not sinful to possess earthly riches, one can easily turn them into idols. The rich young ruler decided not to give his possessions to follow Jesus. The Lord told him to sell all […]

Key Scripture Readings: Matthew 5:33-37 Summary Jesus also addressed His standard for oath making and keeping. The corrupt scribes and Pharisees had formulated loopholes to get out of keeping vows and commitments (Matthew 5:33-37). Avoiding misusing and abusing God's name was a serious matter to the Jews. They would often avoid saying God's name in […]

Key Scripture Readings: Matthew 5:33-37 Summary Jesus also addressed His standard for oath making and keeping. The corrupt scribes and Pharisees had formulated loopholes to get out of keeping vows and commitments (Matthew 5:33-37). Avoiding misusing and abusing God's name was a serious matter to the Jews. They would often avoid saying God's name in […]

Series THE MESSAGE OF HEBREWS with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 11.JESUS, AUTHOR AND PERFECTER OF OUR FAITH Faith is believing in God`s promises. Memory Text: Hebrews 12:2 - Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 11.6 Summary By faith you become Christ`s, and by faith you are to grow up in Him. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/685148343

Series THE MESSAGE OF HEBREWS with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 10.JESUS OPENS THE WAY THROUGH THE VEIL The ascension of Jesus has changed everything. Memory Text: Hebrews 9:24 - For Christ has not entered the holy places made with hands, which are copies of the true, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us. 10.6 Summary When Jesus had entered into heaven the holy ghost was sent to his disciples. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/682313422

Key Scripture Readings: Matthew 5:21-26 Summary Jesus offers specifics on how to develop a righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees. He exposes their “righteousness” as lacking integrity. The Lord addresses several different areas where this was evident before God (Matthew 5:21-48). Jesus will begin by exposing the leaders' interpretation of what the […]

Romans 3:21-25.Summary: Jesus alone gives us the path to salvation, redemption, justification, and a whole new life.AtonementAt-one/ment1. He paid the Price for the Sin of mankind.2. Jesus took your judgment.3. Jesus Paid the Price with His own Blood.4. Jesus Satisfied Gods Justice.5. Jesus paid the ransom to set me free.What difference has Jesus' death burial and resurrection made?1. We have a new standing with God.2. Our sins are washed away.3. We are born-again and adopted into God's family.4. We have access to God through Jesus.5. We are seated and secured in Jesus Christ forever.6. We begin a process of lifelong renewal - sanctification.

Romans 3:21-25. Summary: Jesus alone gives us the path to salvation, redemption, justification, and a whole new life. Atonement At-one/ment 1. He paid the Price for the Sin of mankind. 2. Jesus took your judgment. 3. Jesus Paid the Price with His own Blood. 4. Jesus Satisfied Gods Justice. 5. Jesus paid the ransom to set me free. What difference has Jesus' death burial and resurrection made? 1. We have a new standing with God. 2. Our sins are washed away. 3. We are born-again and adopted into God's family. 4. We have access to God through Jesus. 5. We are seated and secured in Jesus Christ forever. 6. We begin a process of lifelong renewal - sanctification.

Series THE MESSAGE OF HEBREWS with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 9.JESUS, THE PERFECT SACRIFICE The sacrifice of Jesus is of the highest value. Without it nobody could be saved. Memory Text: Hebrews 10:14 - For by one offering He has perfected forever those who are being sanctified. 9.6 Summary We will get eternal life, if Jesus is our friend in the judgement because we have started a loving relationship with Jesus beforehand. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/679688550

Key Scripture Readings: Matthew 5:13-16 Summary Jesus also taught His disciples about their place in the world. He told them that when they possess the godly qualities of the “Beatitudes” they become salt and light (Matthew 5:13-16). In the time of the first century, salt's primary function was to be a preservative. It helped keep […]

Series THE MESSAGE OF HEBREWS with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 8.JESUS, THE MEDIATOR OF THE NEW COVENANT It is great to have a mediator in the centre of the universe. Memory Text: Hebrews 8:6 - But as it is, Christ has obtained a ministry that is as much more excellent than the old as the covenant he mediates is better, since it is enacted on better promises. 8.6 Summary Faith and love for Jesus empowers us to be obedient to him. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/676895558

Series THE MESSAGE OF HEBREWS with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 7.JESUS, THE ANCHOR OF THE SOUL Could it be that we are discouraged by trials? Memory Text: Hebrews 6:19.20 - This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both secure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil, where the forerunner has entered for us, even Jesus, having become High Priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek. 7.6 Summary What a privilege to have Jesus as a friend so that we can secure to a buoy. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/673285521

Series THE MESSAGE OF HEBREWS with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 6.JESUS, THE FAITHFUL PRIEST Two magnets in the opposite direction are pushed off. The same effect happens between sin and God. Memory Text: Hebrews 7:26 - For such a High Priest was fitting for us, who is holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners, and has become higher than the heavens 6.6 Summary We have a high priest in the heavenly sanctuary, Jesus Christ. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/670880449

Series THE MESSAGE OF HEBREWS with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 5.JESUS, THE GIVER OF REST How can we get deep peace within ourselves? Memory Text: Hebrews 4:9 - There remains therefore a rest for the people of God. 5.6 Summary Glorious times are ahead of us. Our future will be beyond expectation. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/669095511

Series THE MESSAGE OF HEBREWS with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 4.JESUS, OUR FAITHFUL BROTHER Why was Jesus willing to condescend from the heavenly throne to become a human being? Memory Text: Hebrews 2:14 - Inasmuch then as the children have partaken of flesh and blood, He Himself likewise shared in the same, that through death He might destroy him who had the power of death, that is the devil. 4.6 Summary Jesus condescended from his throne in order to show his love towards us. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/666279899

SUMMARY: Jesus challenges us to be honest in the way we talk to others. He is also calling us to resist hostile retaliation in the way we treat others. Imagine what a refreshing change of pace that would be in our current climateif Christians were salt and light in these simple ways. Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/40356/note-145258.html

SUMMARY: Jesus challenges us to be honest in the way we talk to others. He is also calling us to resist hostile retaliation in the way we treat others. Imagine what a refreshing change of pace that would be in our current climateif Christians were salt and light in these simple ways. Notes: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/40356/note-145258.html

Series REST IN CHRIST with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 5."COME TO ME..." Jesus invites you to rest with him Memory Text: Matthew 11:28 - Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 5.6 Summary Jesus invites you to come to him, unload your burden and start a new life. My God bless you today and always. For video recording: vimeo.com/578618021

Summary: Jesus' call to become like little children looks like following their example in two ways; allowing Him to reject the voices that hinder us, and allowing Him to be the voice that empowers us.Text: Matthew 19:13-15Support the show (http://www.summitdenver.org/give)

Hebrews calls us to enduring faith and to hold fast to our hope in Jesus because He is the supremely better Savior and Sustainer of our eternal souls.

Hebrews calls us to enduring faith and to hold fast to our hope in Jesus because He is the supremely better Savior and Sustainer of our eternal souls.

“Going the Extra Mile” Pastor Alex Sands, Kingdom Life Church Series: The King and His Kingdom (Gospel of Matthew) Scripture: Matthew 5:38–42 March 28, 2021 Matthew 5:38–42 ESV 38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.’ 39 But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. 40 And if anyone would sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well. 41 And if anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. 42 Give to the one who begs from you, and do not refuse the one who would borrow from you. Jesus’ message in 5:38-39a: Do not . Make room for the of God. Romans 12:19 ESV 19 Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written, “Vengeance is mine, I will repay, says the Lord.” Going beyond non-retaliation, Jesus calls us to endure: 1. Luke 6:22–23 ESV 22 “Blessed are you when people hate you and when they exclude you and revile you and spurn your name as evil, on account of the Son of Man! 23 Rejoice in that day, and leap for joy, for behold, your reward is great in heaven; for so their fathers did to the prophets. 1 Peter 3:9 ESV 9 Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing. 2. 3. 4. Summary: Jesus calls us to to ourselves in every situation. 1 Peter 2:23 ESV 23 When he was reviled, he did not revile in return; when he suffered, he did not threaten, but continued entrusting himself to him who judges justly. 2 Corinthians 8:9 ESV 9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich. Before saying no, remember: 1. Jesus never you to do anything he hasn’t for you. 2. Jesus calls us to sacrifice for the same reason He did: that would be . Choose today: Will you be by evil, or will you evil with ? Romans 12:20–21 ESV 20 To the contrary, “if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head.” 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.

Series ISAIAH with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 11.WAGING LOVE What is more effective? Bloodthirsting actions or attack of love? Jesus` life showed the difference. Memory Text: Isaiah 58:10 - If you extend your soul to the hungry and satisfy the afflicted soul, then your light shall dawn in the darkness, and your darkness shall be as the noonday. 11.6 Summary Jesus` life on earth is unique. He showed aspects of real love. We would like to thank the artist Maximilian Jantscher for his permission to use his paintings for the series ISAIAH. Contact: Email: artgallery3000@gmx.at Website: akm777.at My God bless you today and always. For video recording : vimeo.com/520376167

Summary: Jesus tells the truth about the violence his people were both experiencing and perpetrating. That truth-telling leads to lament: “Jerusalem, Jerusalem… How often have I desired to gather your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, and you were not willing!” And only then, in the wake of truth-telling and collective lament, can people find their way to the imaginative, healing, liberating path of Jesus. The writing of Joanna Lawrence Shenk leads us into engaging some Mennonite-specific truth-telling and lament about Dr. Vincent Harding and his experience as a Black prophetic leader in the mostly white Mennonite Church from the 1960’s on. We want to be willing! May we tell the truth, lament, and courageously find our way along the healing and liberating path to our Mother Hen Jesus’ wings. [sermon begins at 20:15]Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, 31- 35Photo: Vincent Harding speaks at the Eighth Mennonite World Conference in Amsterdam, 1967. Box 19, Folder 8. Mennonite World Conference Records, 1923-2012. Mennonite Church USA Archives, Goshen IN.Permission to podcast the music in this service obtained from One License with license #A-726929. All rights reserved.Together - Text and music: Nathan Grieser 2014, rev. 2018 © 2014As a Sigh Great with Yearning - Text: Pierre Jacob, English adap. Andrew Donaldson, © 2017; Music: Gaetan de Courreges; harm. Didier Godel © 1988Additional ResourcesThy Word is a Lamp Unto My Feet - VT 398 - Text and music: Amy Grant & Michael W. Smith © 1984“Lament over Jerusalem: Commentary on Luke 13:1-9, 31-35,” Mitzi J. Smith, on Working Preacher blog, for February 28, 2021.Bibleworm podcast: Episode 227 – The Parable of the Fig Tree, Amy Robertson and Robert Williamson, Jr.The Cross and the Lynching Tree, James H. Cone, Orbis, 2013.“Beggars & Saints: What needs to be burned away so that we can hear Vincent Harding’s enduring call to revolutionary nonviolence,” Joanna Lawrence Shenk, Anabaptist World, February 12, 2021.Read more: “A Prophet Pushed Out: Vincent Harding and the Mennonites,” by Tobin Miller Shearer, Mennonite Life 2015, Vol 69.

Summary- Jesus used a simple controversy between Himself and the religious elites do directly claim to be the Creator, God in flesh.

Summary: Jesus' baptism is the fulfillment of all righteousness and a revelation of His Sonship. It also echoes the Exodus journey of Israel through the Red Sea.

As we strive to become better men, our ultimate example is Jesus Christ.I’ve spent the last few weeks studying and trying to understand the character of Jesus, and I’d like to share what I’ve learned.I also invite you to use these next few weeks to study Jesus as your example of manhood, and see where you can become more like Jesus, The Ultimate Man.Watch on YouTube here. Summary:-Jesus was a great leader by being a great follower of His Father. I can follow God, Jesus and other good men.-Jesus was confrontational. I can stand up for myself and what’s right even when it’s unpopular.-Jesus had an extremely strong sense of self. I am a son of God, and have infinite worth and potential. I am enough as I am, no matter how much money I make.-Jesus wasn’t worried about social standing, but about serving others. If I want to be a great leader, I will be a great servant.MikeP.S. The Strong Man System opens up again on December 28-31. Make 2021 the year that you become the strongest version of yourself... and create the best marriage you've ever had in the process. Visit StrongMenStrongMarriages.com for more details.

Summary: Jesus sends his followers into places of conflict and chaos to offer mercy and create peace. Key Text: Matthew 5:7 & 9

Series EDUCATION with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 6.MORE LESSONS FROM THE MASTER TEACHER Is there a solution from Jesus for our biggest problem? Memory Text: Mark 10:52 - Then Jesus said to him, ‘Go your way; your faith has made you well.' And immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus on the road 6.6 Summary Jesus surprised his listeners day by day. His thinking and acting was so different from anybody else. We would like to thank the artist Maximilian Jantscher for his permission to use his paintings for the series EDUCATION. Contact: Email: artgallery3000@gmx.at Website: akm777.at My God bless you today and always. For video recording : vimeo.com/474808669

Series EDUCATION with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 5.JESUS AS THE MASTER TEACHER Jesus, God in eternity, became a human being. This is the greatest of all wonders. Memory Text: 2 Corinthians 4:6 - For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness, who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ 5.6 Summary The Most High becomes a human being in order that we can come close to the Most High. We would like to thank the artist Maximilian Jantscher for his permission to use his paintings for the series EDUCATION. Contact: Email: artgallery3000@gmx.at Website: akm777.at My God bless you today and always. For video recording : vimeo.com/472384775

Summary: Jesus demonstrated His sovereign power by walking on water and calming the storm. His same power is available to us today to assist us in our circumstances and through the storms of life. SERMON NOTES: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/40356/note-122832.html

Pastor Brett Whittington (Concord, NC) was our guest this morning. Summary: Jesus who is the Lord of all extends his steadfast love to each of us forever. SERMON NOTES: https://churchlinkfeeds.blob.core.windows.net/notes/40356/note-122081.html

Summary:Jesus reveals God's profound heart of welcome as he welcomes and loves two different kinds of lost people. Jesus's response in his earthly ministry to people who feel far from God is demonstrated in the father's response to the...

The Return of the Shepherd-King (33:12-26) “In those days and at that time I will make a righteous Branch sprout from David’s line; he will do what is just and right in the land.” SUMMARY: Jesus is a Shepherd-King after God’s heart, who has returned to fulfill all of the promises in Jeremiah. Under his rule, we can flourish and learn to lead in his way. DISCUSSION: What importance did the arrival of the Shepherd-King hold for the Israelites? What proof does God provide that he will keep his promise? What does the promise of the Davidic king tell you about the importance of righteous and just leadership? How does the New Testament show that Jesus fulfills this identity? How has the kingship of Jesus changed your life? How does his kingship change our response to the evils and crises of our time? PRAYER: Good Shepherd, in your infinite love you lead us besides still waters to restore our souls. Free us from the tyranny of fear and grant us the security of knowing that even when we pass through the valley of the shadow of death, you are still with us and your right hand guides us into everlasting life. Amen. PRACTICE: Practice the daily examen again this week and add the following questions to your reflections: What aspects of Jesus’ kingship am I most grateful for today? How have I served as a servant of his kingdom? How can I promote his kingdom in my neighborhood tomorrow?

Summary- Jesus prayer leads him to overcome Satan's temptation to abandon the plan of salvation

READ. Summary: Jesus is a better focus of our faith, hope and love. Discussion Questions: Faith, hope and love are what really matters in life (1Co.13:13). Explore the difference in how we approach these things, depending on whether we are pursuing personal growth or following Jesus (Refer to Titus 3:5 for clarity on faith, Luke 12:33 to shed light on hope, and Luke 12:24 to understand where our love is to be directed). RESPOND. “How can today’s discussion further your relationship with God, one another, and the world? Pray together. [Record responses and prayer requests.]

Summary:Jesus offers salvation, but He is also the Creator. What is He offering you?Scripture:John 1:1-3, 14 - In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made. 14 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.Transcript:And now, Admonition.In the beginning was the word and the word was with God and the word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made by him and without him, without who? Without the word. Nothing was made that was made. Jesus offers you salvation. He offers you a way to the father, but did you also know he created everything around you? If you're going to seek salvation from this life, may I encourage you, seek it from the one who created this life. And upholds it by the word of his power, Hebrews chapter one. May I encourage you to seek it from Christ and him alone. Take that with you today and consider if you're seeking salvation from the right individual.

Summary:Jesus did not respond to his accusers and we should learn the lesson in this for us. Scripture:Mark 15:3-5 - And the chief priests accused Him of many things, but He answered nothing. Then Pilate asked Him again, saying, "Do You answer nothing? See how many things they testify against You!" But Jesus still answered nothing, so that Pilate marveled. Transcript:And now, Admonition...Sometimes we say too much. That goes without saying. Sometimes we talk too often. There was a time in which Jesus said nothing. in Mark chapter 15, then Pilate asked him saying, do you answer nothing? He's on trial and he's giving no reply for their accusations. He says, Do you answer nothing? See how many things they testify against you? But Jesus still answered nothing. So that Pilate marveled. Here's the governor of the people and he's astonished that this man stands and says nothing.Why can you say nothing when someone speaks against you? Let me encourage you to think about it this way. Jesus life spoke for him. Does yours?

Lent series Sermon #7 Jesus: Friend of Sinners Jesus is friend of sinners, and that is a good thing, for each of us is a sinner, and if we are to be like Jesus, we need to befriend sinners also. Scripture: Luke 5:27-31; 7:36-50 Themes: Grace, forgiveness, swimming into the deep end for our faith, Summary: Jesus’ trial before the Sanhedrin as a confessional sermon seeking powerful Christianity 27 After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector by the name of Levi sitting at his tax booth. ‘Follow me,’ Jesus said to him, 28 and Levi got up, left everything and followed him. 29 Then Levi held a great banquet for Jesus at his house, and a large crowd of tax collectors and others were eating with them. 30 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law who belonged to their sect complained to his disciples, ‘Why do you eat and drink with tax collectors and sinners?’ 31 Jesus answered them, ‘It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but those who are ill. 32 I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.’ Luke 7:36-50 Luke 7:36-50 New International Version (NIV) Jesus Anointed by a Sinful Woman 36 When one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to have dinner with him, he went to the Pharisee’s house and reclined at the table. 37 A woman in that town who lived a sinful life learned that Jesus was eating at the Pharisee’s house, so she came there with an alabaster jar of perfume. 38 As she stood behind him at his feet weeping, she began to wet his feet with her tears. Then she wiped them with her hair, kissed them and poured perfume on them. 39 When the Pharisee who had invited him saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, he would know who is touching him and what kind of woman she is—that she is a sinner.” 40 Jesus answered him, “Simon, I have something to tell you.” “Tell me, teacher,” he said. 41 “Two people owed money to a certain moneylender. One owed him five hundred denarii,[a] and the other fifty. 42 Neither of them had the money to pay him back, so he forgave the debts of both. Now which of them will love him more?” 43 Simon replied, “I suppose the one who had the bigger debt forgiven.” “You have judged correctly,” Jesus said. 44 Then he turned toward the woman and said to Simon, “Do you see this woman? I came into your house. You did not give me any water for my feet, but she wet my feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair. 45 You did not give me a kiss, but this woman, from the time I entered, has not stopped kissing my feet. 46 You did not put oil on my head, but she has poured perfume on my feet. 47 Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.” 48 Then Jesus said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.” 49 The other guests began to say among themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?” 50 Jesus said to the woman, “Your faith has saved you; go in peace.” Video of this Message available on YouTube.com/scottstchurch Preached at Scott Street Church on Sunday, April 14, 2019

Themes: Grace, forgiveness, jumping into the deep end for our faith. Summary: Jesus’ trial before the Sanhedrin as a confessional sermon seeking powerful Christianity Jesus before the Sanhedrin 53 They took Jesus to the high priest, and all the chief priests, the elders and the teachers of the law came together. 54 Peter followed him at a distance, right into the courtyard of the high priest. There he sat with the guards and warmed himself at the fire. 55 The chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were looking for evidence against Jesus so that they could put him to death, but they did not find any. 56 Many testified falsely against him, but their statements did not agree. 57 Then some stood up and gave this false testimony against him: 58 ‘We heard him say, “I will destroy this temple made with human hands and in three days will build another, not made with hands.”’ 59 Yet even then their testimony did not agree. 60 Then the high priest stood up before them and asked Jesus, ‘Are you not going to answer? What is this testimony that these men are bringing against you?’ 61 But Jesus remained silent and gave no answer. Again the high priest asked him, ‘Are you the Messiah, the Son of the Blessed One?’ 62 ‘I am,’ said Jesus. ‘And you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the Mighty One and coming on the clouds of heaven.’ 63 The high priest tore his clothes. ‘Why do we need any more witnesses?’ he asked. 64 ‘You have heard the blasphemy. What do you think?’ They all condemned him as worthy of death. 65 Then some began to spit at him; they blindfolded him, struck him with their fists, and said, ‘Prophesy!’ And the guards took him and beat him. Video of this Message available on YouTube.com/scottstchurch Preached at Scott Street Church on Sunday, April 7, 2019

Message by Rev. Gilbert Nigh Outline: 1. John is an answer to prayer who prepares the way for Jesus. Luke 1:11-17 2. Jesus is an answer to prayer. Luke 2:28-32, 36-38 3. Jesus teaches us to pray. Luke 11:1-4; John 14:13-14 Summary: Jesus’ life was surrounded by prayer. The one who prepared the way was […]

Series ONENESS IN CHRIST with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 3.THAT THEY ALL MAY BE ONE Jesus` prayer for unity among his disciples shows the importance of unity. But it seems impossible to reach it. Is it possible? What could we do about it? Memory Text: John 17:20,21 - I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me. 3.6 Summary Jesus` prayer creates peace in our souls. My God bless you today and always. For video recording : vimeo.com/295748735

Do you have a joy-filled life, or a joy-less life? Joy is vital in a healthy marriage, family and friendship. Why is it so elusive? We learn in this lesson how to find joy - via courage. Question: what examples of courage do you see in Acts 8.1-8? “But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.” (Luke 2:10 NIV1) “So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples.” (Matthew 28:8 NIV11) God is joyful; Jesus is full of joy; Holy Spirit provides joy… “At that time Jesus, full of joy through the Holy Spirit, said...” (Luke 10:21 NIV11) “For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit,” (Romans 14:17 NIV11) “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,” (Galatians 5:22 NIV11) “You became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit.” (1 Thessalonians 1:6 NIV11) Therefore makes sense to pursue joy… How? Through courageous acts inspired by the love of God. Summary: Jesus provides access to God's joy. He designed us for joy. We need courage. When we live courageously people notice and listen - then they, too, have access to the joy Where does courage come from? Not knowledge Jesus rose from dead; God exists; going to be with God forever when die etc. Instead, it comes from knowing Jesus is alive, walking with us, accompanying us; keeping his promises; Matt 28 - “I am with you”. Jesus is with me now, present, involved, immanent, attentive, listening, available for me now, interceding for me now, hearing my prayers now, sustaining me, strengthening me. This gives us courage. Joy comes partly from courage expressed, but partly because of knowing I have lived something fundamental to being a Christian - living by faith, trusting in Jesus. Where do you need more joy? That's the same place you need more courage. Courage first - then joy will follow. Three steps to faith-fuelled courage and joyful living: 1. Jesus: trust he is with you 2. Open: to new ideas 3. "Yes": say “yes” to new opportunities for courage People who have joy attract others Who would you rather be with? Cannot fix some situations, but can fix courage. If have courage, will have joy, will not mind situations so much! And…others benefit A church which filled with joy attracts others. You can find more videos on our YouTube channel. Our web site is www.watfordchurchofchrist.org. Please add your comments on this week's topic. We learn best when we learn in community. Do you have a question about the Bible or the Christian faith? Is it theological, technical, practical? Send us your questions or suggestions. Here's the email: thewatfordchurch@gmail.com. Thanks again for watching. Have a super day. God bless, Malcolm Watford, Watford church of Christ, Malcolm Cox, mccx, Croxley Green, Bushey, Leavesden, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, ICOC, ICCM, Chesham, Chorleywood, Aylesbury, Croxley, Laurance Haines School, Vicarage Road, Bible teaching, Sunday School, Youth Ministry, Watford Church, Churches in Watford, Churches in London, Churches in Hertfordshire, Watford UK, Holywell, Watford England, Watford in Hertfordshire, West Watford, Churches of Christ, Courage, joy

Our Quick Devotion this morning comes from Matthew 14:13-21 Summary: Jesus is grieved over the passing of John the Babtist, yet even in the midst of his own pain he's moved with compassion for the crowd that chases him down. He cares for their physical needs and not only heals the sick, but also feeds … Episode 86 Read More » The post Episode 86 appeared first on Josh S. Clark.

Our Quick Daily Devotion this morning comes from Matthew 14:13-21 Summary: Jesus is grieved over the passing of John the Babtist, yet even in the midst of his own pain he’s moved with compassion for the crowd that chases him down. He cares for their physical needs and not only heals the sick, but also …Continue reading "Quick Daily Devotion, Episode 86"

Series PREPARATION FOR THE END TIME with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 7,MATTHEW 24 AND 25 Jesus opens our eyes for the future. Which important scenes will be seen? Let`s have a look at Jesus' thoughts about the events that will take place. Memory Text: Matthew 24,24 - And he shall speak great words against the most High, and shall wear out the saints of the most High, and think to change times and laws: and they shall be given into his hand until a time and times and the dividing of time. 7.6 Summary Jesus knows the future. If you trust him, you will be safe. My God bless you today and always.

Series PREPARATION FOR THE END TIME with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 6.THE "CHANGE" OF THE LAW God`s law has been changed from Sabbath to Sunday. What does that mean for the end time? Why is this theme so important? Memory Text: Daniel 7,25 - And he shall speak great words against the most High, and shall wear out the saints of the most High, and think to change times and laws: and they shall be given into his hand until a time and times and the dividing of time. 6.6 Summary Jesus says: If you love me, you will obey my commandments. My God bless you today and always.

Summary: Jesus does all things well because we do not.

Summary: Jesus does all things well because we do not.

Series PREPARATION FOR THE END TIME with Pastor Kurt Piesslinger, M.A. 3.JESUS AND THE BOOK OF REVELATION Two prophetic books are of great importance. It is the book of Daniel and the book of Revelation. They are like twins. They belong together. One book helps us to understand the other. The revelation explains who Jesus is, what Jesus has done for us and what he will do for us at the end of time. Memory Text: Revelation 3:21 - To the one who is victorious, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I was victorious and sat down with my Father on his throne. 3.6 Summary It is good to know, that the strongest person in the universe is our friend, if we come close to him. My God bless you today and always.

JTMG Episode: 17 Air Date: 01/19/18 Duration: 142:40 Size: 205mb Summary: Jesus, joints, justice, jokes, jungles. Vegan yada yada yada. Negative affirmations and a sort of positive one. Nearly impossible trivia. Party in Toronto. Calls from Keith the magic guy, rdv, and Gruse. Donate to podtrash at podtrash.com/donate The post Episode 17 – Banana Peel Space Rocket (J Words) appeared first on Podtrash.

Show Notes for Grains from Gutteridge Podcast Episode #20: The Vineyard Parables, a message by Rev. Percy Gutteridge “Go and work in My vineyard.” Scripture Readings: Matthew 21:28-32 Matthew 20:1-16 Matthew 20:20-28 Summary: Jesus taught us both the parable of the vineyard and the servants and the parable of the vineyard and the sons. One […]

Summary Jesus is the Christ He came to save us. We have to walk in the light if we are to be saved. I John 5:16- The specific “sin leading…

This talk was recorded during Open Week 2008 at Cornerstone Community’s leadership school. The speaker is Jono Dickinson. Summary: Jesus set himself to build a new community, bonded together with a... Cornerstone Community is a modern day Australian Christian mission order: non-denominational, community-based, focused on helping men and women genuinely follow Jesus Christ and experience God in everyday life. We teach what we practice - so these podcasts are drawn from everyday community life and teaching events.

Speaker: Norm Funk 06.22.08 Text: Colossians 2:16-17 (and various others) Summary: Jesus said,

Text Messaging: The Bible in Your Everyday (#1) - Making Space for a Text Messaging God :: March 10-11, 2007. Summary: Jesus brand spirituality has a Sacred Text because Jesus was formed by and interpreted and made his own contribution to Sacred Scripture.