Sermons On The First Readings Series Iii Cycle C

Author : Mary S. Lautensleger
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ISBN 13 : 9780788023972
Total Pages : 432 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sermons on the First Readings written by Mary S. Lautensleger and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Old Testament is a rich tapestry that details how God's plan of salvation was being worked out centuries before the birth of Christ. Yet many people in the pews are not as familiar as they should be with the Hebrew scriptures and their profound lessons for modern living. In this penetrating collection of spiritually enlightening messages based on the First Readings from Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary, five distinguished preachers unlock the secrets of some often overlooked passages from the Old Testament and the book of Acts. These sermons for each Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year illuminate the wisdom of the prophets, and they demonstrate how relevant their timeless themes of justice and righteousness remain for our twenty-first-century culture. Each thought-provoking message is filled with compelling stories and illustrations that help readers see how to "profit from the prophets." This essential resource is useful for: - Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts - Inspiring preaching illustrations and sermon starters - Understanding scripture passages - Bible study and discussion groups - Personal devotions and inspirational reading

Author : Steven E. Albertin
Publisher : CSS Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0788019678
Total Pages : 499 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sermons on the First Readings: Cycle C written by Steven E. Albertin and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filled with wit, insight, and inspiration, this anthology includes sermons for every Sunday and major celebration throughout the Christian year based on the First Readings from Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary. Three outstanding preachers from diverse denominational backgrounds interpret texts from the Old Testament and Acts in fresh ways that proclaim the good news for the twenty-first century. Their powerful messages remind us that the Hebrew scriptures are much more than just ancient history and explore what they mean for us today. Proclaiming timeless themes of justice and righteousness, as well as God's faithful covenant and enduring forgiveness, these imaginative homilies call us to lead better, more God-centered lives. This is an essential resource that's useful for: - Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts - Preaching illustrations - A clearer understanding of scripture passages - Adult study and discussion groups - Personal devotions and Bible study on each Sunday's texts The illustrations in these sermons, taken from both classical and common sources, as well as personal experiences, are worth the price of the book. I'll buy any book of sermons that gives me one or two good illustrations that are fresh and believable. Charles Reeb is a master at illustrating his points. John K. Bergland Former Professor of Preaching and Associate Dean Duke Divinity School Former editor, Abingdon Preaching Annual

Author : Css Publishing Company
Publisher : CSS Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 9780788026195
Total Pages : 426 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sermons on the First Readings, Series III , Cycle C written by Css Publishing Company and published by CSS Publishing Company. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want a new perspective on the ancient texts of the Hebrew scriptures, this comprehensive collection of inspirational messages based on the first readings from Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary is an invaluable resource. Five distinguished preachers explore passages from the Old Testament and the book of Acts that chronicle the work of the prophets and the apostles, and show how God uses them to help us see beyond a depressing past and a disappointing present to a better future. Drawing on diverse backgrounds and perspectives, this set of sermons for each Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year offers rich food for the spiritual journey, and inspires readers to grasp that despite our sinful nature, God has not given up on us and is always with us.This essential resource is useful for: Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts Inspiring preaching illustrations and sermon starters Understanding scripture passages Bible study and discussion groups Personal devotions and inspirational readingSome of the captivating sermons included in this collection are: Finding Redemption in the Midst of Judgment Hidden Potential Lessons from a Hurricane Anatomy of a Testimony The Gospel According to Pronouns A Tale of Two Peters The Naaman Syndrome When the Fruit Is Spoiled Parenting - Not for the Faint of Heart! In the Potter's Hands Not Another Rerun! Thanksgiving Is Nine-Tenths of Possession ...and many more!

Author : Css Publishing Company
Publisher : CSS Publishing Company
ISBN 13 : 9780788026201
Total Pages : 450 pages
Book Rating : 4.08/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sermons on the Second Readings, Series III , Cycle C written by Css Publishing Company and published by CSS Publishing Company. This book was released on 2009-07-01 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New Testament epistles offer us a unique look at some of the struggles faced by the early church, and how those first-century Christians worked through some of the theological and pastoral issues that divided them. In this anthology of insightful sermons based on the second readings from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary, five distinguished preachers explore the epistles and show that their lessons on life and faith still offer valuable guidance for today's complex challenges. This volume includes messages for every Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year, and is filled with compelling stories and wisdom. It's a preaching, teaching, and meditation resource that will be a welcome addition to any library. This essential resource is useful for: Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts Inspiring preaching illustrations and sermon starters Understanding scripture passages Adult study and discussion groups Personal devotions and Bible study Some of the captivating sermons included in this collection are: Jesus - The Leader of Our Team Learning the Recipe for Life Show Me Your Credentials The iPod vs. the Larynx All in God's Time God's Chain Reaction Freedom Calling Killing What Is Already Dead Guarding the Treasure Living in Chains A New Resolve ...and many more

Author : John Neal Brittain
Publisher : CSS Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0788024523
Total Pages : 502 pages
Book Rating : 4.28/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sermons on the Second Readings written by John Neal Brittain and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2007 with total page 502 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New Testament epistles are much more than just a historical record of the early church -- they are also the heart and center of Christian proclamation, helping us to clearly understand how the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ is part of God's cosmic plan of salvation. In this outstanding anthology of sermons based on the Second Readings from Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary, five distinguished preachers bring their insight to the pastoral letters and draw valuable lessons for the complex challenges posed by life in the 21st century. Each thought-provoking message is filled with compelling stories and illustrations, and offers a clear and authentic vision of Christian faith in the context of daily life. With material for every Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year, this resource provides abundant seeds for preaching, teaching, and meditation, and will become a treasured addition to anyone's reference library. This essential resource is useful for: - Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts - Inspiring preaching illustrations and sermon starters - Understanding scripture passages - Adult study and discussion groups - Personal devotions and Bible study John N. Brittain is Dean of the Chapel at Houghton College in Houghton, New York. A magna cum laude graduate of Brown University, Brittain has also earned degrees from Methodist Theological School in Delaware, Ohio (M.Div.) and St. Mary's Seminary and University in Baltimore, Maryland (D.Min.). David O. Bales was a Presbyterian minister for 33 years. Recently retired as the pastor of Bethany Presbyterian Church in Ontario, Oregon, he is also a freelance writer and editor for Stephen Ministries and Tebunah Ministries. Bales is a graduate of the University of Portland and San Francisco Theological Seminary. Steven E. Albertin is the pastor of Christ Lutheran Church of Zionsville, Indiana. Albertin has received degrees from Concordia College (B.A.), Concordia Seminary in Exile, St. Louis (M.Div.), Christ Seminary - Seminex (S.T.M.), and the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (D.Min.). Larry Lange and his wife, Julie Wrubbel-Lange, serve as the pastors of Grace Lutheran Church in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Lange is a graduate of Carthage College (B.A.), the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (M.A. in English), the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago (M.Div.), and the Association of Chicago Theological Schools (D.Min. in Preaching). Mary S. Lautensleger is the pastor of Stony Hill United Methodist Church in Albemarle, North Carolina. Lautensleger is a graduate of the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati (B.M., M.M), United Theological Seminary (M.A. in theological studies), and Trinity Lutheran Seminary (M.Div.), and she is a D.Min. candidate at Hood Theological Seminary.

Author : John T. Ball
Publisher : CSS Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0788023225
Total Pages : 422 pages
Book Rating : 4.24/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sermons on the First Readings: Cycle A written by John T. Ball and published by CSS Publishing. This book was released on 2004-06 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bring the Old Testament to life with this inspiring and thought-provoking collection of sermons for each Sunday and major celebration in the Church year. Based on the First Readings from Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary, these powerful messages by five exceptional preachers from diverse denominations explore the meaning of the Hebrew scriptures for today's Christian living. Abundant insights into vital current issues are woven together with powerful proclamation of timeless themes of justice and righteousness -- and these imaginative homilies are full of compelling examples of how a loving God uses us to further his divine plan. This essential resource is useful for: - Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts - Preaching illustrations - Understanding scripture passages - Adult study and discussion groups - Personal devotions and Bible study In this anthology, John T. Ball leads the reader from the biblical text into daily life while employing a wide array of theological and literary references. An exciting excursion into a thinking person's faith journey, Ball's sermons are a helpful primer for critically informed preachers and anyone who seeks to make sense of ancient truth in these perilous times. C. Joseph Sprague Bishop, Chicago Area United Methodist Church By weaving the biblical text together with appropriate stories and illustrations, Arley Fadness crafts messages that are engaging and compelling. Readers will find much useful material, not only for sermon preparation, but also for personal spiritual growth. Robert Dovenmuehler Pastor, St. John American Lutheran Church Sioux Falls, South Dakota

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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 432 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sermons on the First Readings written by and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Tony Everett
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ISBN 13 : 9780788026294
Total Pages : 118 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Show-And-Tell written by Tony Everett and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In each of Sunday's assigned lectionary readings -- The First, Second, and Gospel lessons -- we are invited to view the glorious narrative of scripture through three different, yet harmonious, perspectives. In the first reading, the congregation returns to the heritage of our faith as described in the Old Testament, as well as in the New Testament book of Acts. We travel with the children of Israel as they take their first steps in faith, reliving the highs and lows of that journey with them. Through studying this part of scripture, we can see our own journey of faith played out by an entire nation. As part of the Sermons on the First Readings, Series III, Cycle A series, "Show-and-Tell" guides us through some of the earliest accounts in the Bible in Genesis and Exodus, as well as the prophetic words of Isaiah and Ezekiel. During the Easter season, the first readings also explore the beginnings of Christianity as recounted in Acts. By taking us back to the beginning, Dr. Everett offers insight and encouragement into how we can live out our faith today. This collection of sermons is a valuable resource for: * Sermon starters and illuminating illustrations * Gaining a new homiletical perspective to the lectionary * Offering a newer, deeper understanding and appreciation of scripture * Using as a starter for adult Bible study groups or personal devotions This insightful collection of sermons includes: Will This Be on the Test? A Breath of Fresh Air Stuck in Park ... and many more! Dr. Tony Everett is the Dewey F. Beam Professor of Pastoral Care at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary in Columbia, South Carolina. He has served parishes in Massachusetts, Ohio, and South Carolina, as well as serving as the director of a community mental health agency in New York. He has written two previous books for CSS: "Where Is God in All This?" Cycle C, First Lesson texts for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany and "Did You See That Gorilla?" Cycle A, First Lesson texts for Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. Dr. Everett has contributed pastoral care articles for the "Clergy" journal and daily devotionals for "Christ in Our Home." He is married to Judy and together they have three adult children and five grandchildren.

Author : Scott Suskovic
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ISBN 13 : 9780788025433
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sermons on the Second Readings written by Scott Suskovic and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the fledgling church was taking its first steps into a new world, carving out a new spiritual path, it left road signs to guide the church yet to come. Those road signs are contained in the pastoral letters of the New Testament, and they have been guiding the body of Christ since its infancy. In this outstanding anthology of sermons based on the Second Readings from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary, five distinguished preachers draw valuable lessons from these texts for the complex challenges posed by life in the 21st century. With material for every Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year, this volume is filled with compelling stories and wisdom. It's a preaching, teaching, and meditation resource that will be a welcome addition to any library. This essential resource is useful for: - Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts - Inspiring preaching illustrations and sermon starters - Understanding scripture passages - Adult study and discussion groups - Personal devotions and Bible study Scott Suskovic is the senior pastor of Christ Lutheran Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, a thriving congregation with an average worship attendance of more than 1,000 in both contemporary and traditional settings. He previously served churches in Florida and Minnesota, and he has been a contributor to several editions of Augsburg Fortress's Sundays and Seasons series. Suskovic is currently a member of the writing team for the online preaching resource The Immediate Word (). He is a graduate of St. Olaf College (B.A.), Luther Seminary (M.Div.), and Boston University (D.Min.). Nancy Kraft has been the pastor of congregations in North Dakota, Ohio, and North Carolina, and she presently serves at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has also been an assistant to the bishop of the ELCA's Northeastern Ohio Synod. She is a graduate of Bowling Green State University (B.S. in Education), Trinity Lutheran Seminary (M.Div.), and the University of Pittsburgh (Ph.D.). Gibson "Nibs" Stroupe and his wife, Caroline Leach, have been the pastors of Oakhurst Presbyterian Church in Decatur, Georgia, since 1983. They are the co-authors of O Lord, Hold Our Hands, a book detailing Oakhurst's unique multi-cultural ministry. Stroupe is also the author of Where Once We Feared Enemies (CSS) and While We Run This Race, which won the 1996 Gustavus Myers Award for outstanding book on human rights. Stories on Stroupe and his Oakhurst ministry have been featured in several national media outlets, including Time, the Wall Street Journal, the Christian Science Monitor, NBC Nightly News, CNN, and National Public Radio. In 2007, Stroupe was inducted into the Martin Luther King Jr. Board of Preachers at Morehouse College in Atlanta. Thomas Lentz is an ordained Lutheran pastor who has had a varied career in business and the parish ministry. He has served congregations in Ohio and the Virgin Islands, and he is a co-founder and former acquisitions editor of CSS Publishing Company. Lentz is currently the chairman and North American divisional head of Global Display Solutions. He is a graduate of Wittenberg University, Hamma School of Theology, and Yale Divinity School. Patrick J. Rooney is the senior pastor of Christ Lutheran Church (ELCA) in York, Pennsylvania, a historic congregation currently celebrating its 275th anniversary. He is a native of England and a former monk, having spent a decade as a member of a Roman Catholic religious order. In addition to pastoral ministry, Rooney has served in two ecumenical agencies and worked in the social welfare field. He is a graduate of St. Mary's College of the University of London and Shippensburg University (M.Ed.). Rooney completed his Lutheran studies at Gettysburg Seminary and also studied at Catholic University

Author : David R. Cartwright
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ISBN 13 : 9780788026683
Total Pages : 84 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Eyes of Faith written by David R. Cartwright and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the enduring legacies of the Revised Common Lectionary is its ability to draw different parts of scripture together to form a coherent narrative, drawing congregations from around the world into the life-changing message of faith in Jesus Christ. Each element of the lectionary brings its own point of view into this message, giving us insights into its origins, the impact on its original hearers, as well as its relevance for our lives today. In the gospel message, we see the drama of Jesus' life and ministry and are challenged to join in it. "Eyes of Faith" journeys through the gospel texts for the first third of the Pentecost season. Cartwright guides us through these seemingly familiar passages of scripture, illuminating them for today's generation. Looking at the words and events of Jesus' life through new eyes, Cartwright explains how we can apply that new vision to our daily Christian walk. This collection of sermons is a valuable resource for: - Sermon starters and illuminating illustrations - Gaining a new homiletical perspective to the lectionary - Offering a newer, deeper understanding and appreciation of scripture - Using as a starter for adult Bible study groups or personal devotions This sermon collection includes: The Teacher Who Wanted to Learn Promising Too Much Satisfied in Christ ... and many more! David R. Cartwright is the Minister Emeritus at Hazelwood Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Muncie, Indiana. He holds degrees from Washington University (St. Louis, Missouri), Yale Divinity School, and Christian Theological Seminary (Indianapolis, Indiana) He has served in various pastoral roles in Christian churches in Indiana since 1965, and he also serves as a regional elder. Cartwright is the author of "Guided by the Spirit," part of "Sermons on the Gospel Readings, Series II, Cycle C" (CSS). His hobbies include reading, swimming, cooking, and travel.