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Electronic Bible Thief Sought - Jacksonville News Story - WJXT Jacksonville

Electronic Bible Thief Sought - Jacksonville News Story - WJXT Jacksonville Only Christians will buy those stole electronic items. What a sad thing if they do. The thief will probably sell them at the Flea Market. Has he ever heard, "Thou shall not steal?" When he is apprehended the judge will tell him at his sentencing, "Thou shall not steal" which will be the only way that he will hear that because he isn't going to read the Bible nor go to church seeking Jesus for his salvation.
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BACK WHEN WE WERE NEGROES

Back when we were Negroes By Charles E. Richardson Posted on Sun, Jul. 31, 2011 in the Macon Telegraph There was a time until the early 1960s when the terms to describe those of African decent, like me -- African-American or Black or Afro-American -- were almost unheard of. I remember a distinct conversation with a friend discussing descriptive terms for ourselves in 1963 or '64. The term "black" was just coming into vogue and he didn't like it one bit. "Call me a Negro," he said, "but don't call me black." Now, the word "Negro" (publications used a lower case "n") has almost become a pejorative, so I was a little surprised when my pastor, the Rev. Willie Reid, used it during Thursday's revival. "Back when we were Negroes," he said, and listed several things that were different about black life in America back then. That got me to thinking. Back when we were Negroes in the 1950s, "onl...
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Sermon Starter - Water Baptism and the Holy Spirit

Water Baptism and the Holy Spirit Key Verse: Acts 8:15 I. Philip baptized believers and unbelievers with water. A. Many in Samaria were baptized after hearing Philip preach about Christ and believing “the things concerning the kingdom of God” (Acts 8:12). B. Among them was Simon the magician who had been influencing the people in that region with his magic. Although Simon claimed to be a believer, his heart had not yet been enlightened by the Holy Spirit. II. The apostles responded to the situation. A. After hearing “that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent unto them Peter and John” (Acts 8:14). B. The Apostles’ concern was that the believers receive the Holy Ghost (Acts 8:15, 17), the sign of true acceptance by God (Matt. 3:11; Acts 10:44–48). III. Water baptism is invalid without the Holy Spirit. A. The believers’ faith was confirmed and their salvation made sure when they received the Holy Ghost (Acts 8:17; 2 Cor. 1:21, 22; ...
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Christian Worship Three Year Lectionary (With Supplemental Lectionary)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2011 | PENTECOST ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST YEAR A Old Testament Isaiah 55:1–5 Old Testament Genesis 41:41–49 (Supplemental) Psalm Psalm 42–43 New Testament Romans 8:35–39 New Testament 1 Timothy 4:4, 5 (Supplemental) Gospel Matthew 14:13–21 Christian Worship Three Year Lectionary (With Supplemental Lectionary) (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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United Methodist Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 17 YEAR A Old Testament Exodus 3:1–15 Psalm Psalm 105:1–6, 23–26, 45c (UMH 828) New Testament Romans 12:9–21 Gospel Matthew 16:21–28 Vanderbilt Divinity Library, United Methodist Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 17 YEAR A Old Testament & Psalm, Option I Old Testament Exodus 3:1–15 Psalm Psalm 105:1–6, 23–26, 45c or Old Testament & Psalm, Option II Old Testament Jeremiah 15:15–21 Psalm Psalm 26:1–8 New Testament Romans 12:9–21 Gospel Matthew 16:21–28 Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Catholic Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 28, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A First Reading Jeremiah 20:7–9 Response Psalm 63:2b Psalm Psalm 63:2–6, 8–9 Second Reading Romans 12:1–2 Gospel Acclamation Ephesians 1:17–18 Gospel Matthew 16:21–27 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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The Episcopal Church, Book of Common Prayer Lectionary

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 16, SATURDAY YEAR 1 Psalms (Morning) Psalm 20, 21:1–7 (8–13) Psalms (Evening) Psalm 110:1–5 (6–7) 116, 117 Old Testament 1 Kings 7:51–8:21 New Testament Acts 28:17–31 Gospel Mark 14:43–52 The Episcopal Church, Book of Common Prayer Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2010).
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Catholic Lectionary

SATURDAY, AUGUST 27, 2011 | MEMORIAL SAINT MONICA YEARS 1 & 2 From Saturday of the 21st Week in Ordinary Time First Reading 1 Thessalonians 4:9–11 Response Psalm 98:9 Psalm Psalm 98:1, 7–9 Gospel Acclamation John 13:34 Gospel Matthew 25:14–30 Or from the Proper of Saints First Reading Sirach 26:1–4, 13–16 Response Text Psalm Psalm 131:1b–e, 2–3 Gospel Acclamation John 8:12 Gospel Luke 7:11–17 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Leadership Tips for Pastord

5. Know When to Give In. In some conflicts, maintaining harmony and unity is more important than being right. Read more 6. Learn from Your Failures and Go Forward. If you want to succeed, you must prepare to fail." Read more 7. Discipline Yourself. A great purpose drives self-discipline; you can tell yourself no, and you can bring yourself to do the hard thing. Read more 8. Remember Names and Use Them. There is just no substitute for a pastor learning the names of the members, even if there's a lot of them. The payoff is well worth the effort. Read more 9. Sometimes Leaders Must Follow; Do it Well. It takes great strength and maturity to recognize when another has the gifts and training to lead in a situation where you do not, and to turn it over to him. Read more 10. Your Brother is Your Partner, not a Competitor. There is no competition between lighthouses, and there shouldn't be between God's family members. Read more 11. Be Tactful. ...
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Truer Words Were Never Spoken

The less you associate with some people, the more your life will improve. Any time you tolerate mediocrity in others, it increases your mediocrity. An important attribute in successful people is their impatience with negative thinking and negative acting people. As you grow, your associates will change. Some of your friends will not want you to go on. They will want you to stay where they are. Friends that don't help you climb will want you to crawl. Your friends will stretch your vision or choke your dream.. Those that don't increase you will eventually decrease you. Consider this: Never receive counsel from unproductive people. Never discuss your problems with someone incapable of contributing to the solution, because those who never succeed themselves are always first to tell you how. Not everyone has a right to speak into your life. You are certain to get the worst of the bargain when you exchange ideas with the wrong person. Don't follow anyone who...
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Hurricane Irene, Preparedness

Hurricane Irene, Preparedness At the time of this writing there is a tremendous hurricane showing its fury of winds exceeding 130-150 mph, torrential rains causing severe damages to property upon the Caribbean nations in its path—the lost of one life at this time. Hurricane Irene is shown to be larger than the State of Arizona of the United States of America. With the governments of the Caribbean nations and the United States of America—Federal, State and Local—are urging people to be prepared stocking—water, food, batteries, medical records as well as marriage records, care of family pets and anything that would be considered important. No one however is telling the people to be prepared if the hurricane Irene takes ones life; no one is telling the people to get their soul right with God in case He calls their soul home—in death—because it would be His will and not hurricane Irene which is His showing of His Almighty Omnipotence powers.; for YHWH is God and there is no other god g...
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Catholic Lectionary

FRIDAY, AUGUST 26, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME FRIDAY OF THE TWENTY-FIRST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1 First Reading 1 Thessalonians 4:1–8 Response Psalm 97:12a Psalm Psalm 97:1, 2b, 5–6, 10–12 Gospel Acclamation Luke 21:36 Gospel Matthew 25:1–13 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Catholic Lectionary

THURSDAY, AUGUST 25, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME THURSDAY OF THE TWENTY-FIRST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1 First Reading 1 Thessalonians 3:7–13 Response Psalm 90:14 Psalm Psalm 90:3–5a, 12–14, 17 Gospel Acclamation Matthew 24:42a, 44 Gospel Matthew 24:42–51 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Tom Joyner's Blog on President Obama

TOM JOYNER BLOG on President Obama We've all expressed our opinions, vented, aired it out, and in my heart of hearts, no matter how we got to this point, I believe most of us share a common goal—to re-elect President Obama. That can only happen if we take all the time and energy we've been using to debate, defend - and yes, digress (Tavis didn't patent that word, did he?) and move forward. Like the mamas on my staff tell their little boys when they're distracted by whatever is on the PSP, DS or Wii screen, "Let's focus." If we can learn anything from Republicans, it is that they have the ability to not just rally together, but to grab onto a single candidate, issue, piece of propaganda, whatever, and clamp down like a pit bull. Once they make a decision, they will not be swayed. How many times have you listened to one of them recite the party line, and you think to yourself, I KNOW they don't really believe that? Maybe not, but by being consistent ...
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Blogger: A Black Man Speaks - Publish Status

Blogger: A Black Man Speaks - Publish Status Good morning!We can pretend we are sharing a good cup of coffee (or tea, or Diet Coke or Dr Pepper or Water while enjoying.... Good Morning Blessings If it stops with you, then the blessing will disappear. The blessing will only keep working if it is continuously passed around. If you are a recipient of a blessing, keep the blessing working by being the source of blessing to other people. Good Morning !!!! This morning when I wakened And saw the sun above, I softly said, 'Good morning , Lord Bless everyone I love' Right away I thought of you And said a loving prayer , That He would bless you specially , And keep you free from care. I thought of all the happiness A day could hold in store, I wished it all for you because No one deserves it more . I felt so warm and good inside, My heart was all aglow .. I know God heard my prayers for you , He hears them all, you know. ^j^ ^j^ ^j^ ^j^ ^j^ ^j^ ...
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Catholic Lectionary

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24, 2011 | FEAST SAINT BARTHOLOMEW, APOSTLE YEARS 1 & 2 First Reading Revelation 21:9b–14 Response Psalm 145:12 Psalm Psalm 145:10–13, 17–18 Gospel Acclamation John 1:49b Gospel John 1:45–51 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Catholic Lectionary

TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME TUESDAY OF THE TWENTY-FIRST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1 First Reading 1 Thessalonians 2:1–8 Response Psalm 139:1 Psalm Psalm 139:1–6 Gospel Acclamation Hebrews 4:12 Gospel Matthew 23:23–26 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Does Your Church Embrace God’s Glory or Grandma’s Traditions?

Does Your Church Embrace God’s Glory or Grandma’s Traditions?
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The Post-Sermon Bible Test

The Post-Sermon Bible Test
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Catholic Lectionary

MONDAY, AUGUST 22, 2011 | MEMORIAL QUEENSHIP OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY YEARS 1 & 2 From Monday of the 21st Week in Ordinary Time First Reading 1 Thessalonians 1:1–5, 8b–10 Response Psalm 149:4a Psalm Psalm 149:1b–6a, 9b Gospel Acclamation John 10:27 Gospel Matthew 23:13–22 Or from the Proper of Saints First Reading Isaiah 9:1–6 Response Psalm 113:2 or Text Psalm Psalm 113:1–8 Gospel Acclamation Luke 1:28 Gospel Luke 1:26–38 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Sermon Starters

Changing Your Mind Can Be Blessed or Disastrous Key Verse: Matthew 21:29 I. The context of the parable of the two sons A. The parable comes in response to the question the chief priests and elders asked Jesus as He taught in the temple, “… By what authority doest thou these things? and who gave thee this authority?” (Matt. 21:23). 1. Jesus refused to answer their question directly since they declined to answer His own question concerning the source of John the Baptist’s baptism. 2. Yet this parable provides an indirect answer, as is shown by the connective “but” which begins it. B. This parable is presented as a vivid pictorial challenge to the Jewish leaders. 1. In Matthew 3:4–6 we find a first group responding to the message of repentance by John. But they came to John after their change of mind and regret for their sinful way of life. They feared that the Messiah wou...
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United Methodist Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 16 YEAR A Old Testament Exodus 1:8–2:10 Psalm Psalm 124 (UMH 846) New Testament Romans 12:1–8 Gospel Matthew 16:13–20 Vanderbilt Divinity Library, United Methodist Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 16 YEAR A Old Testament & Psalm, Option I Old Testament Exodus 1:8–2:10 Psalm Psalm 124 or Old Testament & Psalm, Option II Old Testament Isaiah 51:1–6 Psalm Psalm 138 New Testament Romans 12:1–8 Gospel Matthew 16:13–20 Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Catholic Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A First Reading Isaiah 22:19–23 Response Psalm 138:8bc Psalm Psalm 138:1–3, 6, 8 Second Reading Romans 11:33–36 Gospel Acclamation Matthew 16:18 Gospel Matthew 16:13–20 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 16 YEAR A Old Testament & Psalm, Option I Old Testament Exodus 1:8–2:10 Psalm Psalm 124 or Old Testament & Psalm, Option II Old Testament Isaiah 51:1–6 Psalm Psalm 138 New Testament Romans 12:1–8 Gospel Matthew 16:13–20 Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Lutheran Service Book Historic (One Year) Lectionary

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2011 | COMMEMORATION SAMUEL Index of Readings SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2011 | TRINITY NINTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY Old Testament 2 Samuel 22:26–34 Psalm Psalm 51:1–12 Epistle 1 Corinthians 10:6–13 Gospel Luke 16:1–9 (10–13) Lutheran Service Book Historic (One Year) Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Catholic Lectionary

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2011 | MEMORIAL SAINT BERNARD, ABBOT AND DOCTOR OF THE CHURCH YEARS 1 & 2 From Saturday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time First Reading Ruth 2:1–3, 8–11, 4:13–17 Response Psalm 128:4 Psalm Psalm 128:1b–5 Gospel Acclamation Matthew 23:9b, 10b Gospel Matthew 23:1–12 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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The Episcopal Church, Book of Common Prayer Lectionary

SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 15, SATURDAY YEAR 1 Psalms (Morning) Psalm 137:1–6 (7–9) 144 Psalms (Evening) Psalm 104 Old Testament 2 Samuel 23:1–17, 13–17 New Testament Acts 25:13–27 Gospel Mark 13:1–13 The Episcopal Church, Book of Common Prayer Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2010).
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What does it meand to be Missional?

What Does It Mean to Be Missional? This question does not end with a grammatical word , but that does not matter. Myself and others are trying to let you know that worshiping the Lord does not start and end with service on Sunday. Service to the Lord YHVH is a 24-7 job. Serving the Lord YHWH isn't hard, it's easy if you're a "born again" Christian with a made-up mind to serve the Lord. Serving God YHVH is the purpose of being a bond servant; everything that you do should show Christ Jesus in you. When you earnestly repented and accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord, King and Savior, immediately the Holy Spirit of God comes and indwells in you; you then become sons and daughters, Ambassadors, bond servants and His sheep. As the video says in its own word "Missional," I say to you, be "Missional" in your work for the Lord. - Rev. Lynwood F. Mundy Prayer: Heavenly Father, bless those that are Your sheep, and those that are secular. May thos...
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5 Must-Know Facts About First-Time Guestsby Rick Ezell

5 Must-Know Facts About First-Time Guestsby Rick Ezell Church leaders need to be aware of five significant facts about first-time guests looking for a church home. Healthy and growing churches pay close attention to the people they count as members, as well as those people who are not yet a part of the flock. These churches know that new people are the lifeblood of a growing church. Like a spigot, they want to keep the valve open for the flow of new people, and most importantly, they want to ensure that nothing impairs or cuts off the flow of new people to the church. With that in mind, pastors need to be aware of five significant facts about first-time guests looking for a church home. 1. Visitors make up their minds regarding a new church in the first ten minutes of their visit. Often, before a first-time guest has sung an inspiring song or watched a compelling drama or viewed a well-produced video vignette or heard a well-crafted sermon, they have made up thei...
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7 Things Pastors Don't Need to Know

7 Things Pastors Don't Need to Know Ron Edmondson RonEdmondson.com .511.522.533.544.55 Topic:Christian Values Scripture:Suggest Scripture Date Published:8/18/2011 Keywords:Gossip, Pastors Suggest Keywords Add to:My Favorites My Calendar As a pastor, I’ve learned there are plenty of people willing to tell me things I would never hear if I wasn’t the pastor. Sometimes I need to know...sometimes I don’t. Email this article Print Friendly In every position of leadership I have ever held, there were people who felt the need to “inform” the leader. When I served in an elected office, people told me things I wouldn’t have otherwise known without the position. Sometimes I needed to know…sometimes I didn’t. When I was a business owner, there was always at least one employee who made sure I knew the inside scoop of the company talk. Sometimes I needed to know…sometimes I didn’t. As a pastor, I’ve learned there are plenty of people willing to tell me things I w...
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I am the Champ

"I am the Champ" Author: Rev. Lynwood F. Mundy (Born Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr.; January 17, 1942, Muhammad Ali), three time boxing "Heavy Weight Champion" coined the phrase, "I am the champ!" During his reign as the heavy weight champion of the boxing world before it became a splintered association. June 19 1964February 6 1967Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) February 6 1967April 29 1967Muhammad Ali February 15 1978March 18 1978Leon Spinks September 15 1978April 27 1979Muhammad Ali As you can see Cassius Clay became a (Black) Muslim during his first reign as World Boxing Champion LEAVING HIS Christian background. God can say that he is "Almighty God," "Omnipotent," Omniscience," "Omnipresent" and "I AM that I AM." He was before their was a beginning. I like to say in broken grammar that, "He was before there was a before; and was before there was a was," the meaning’s in any terms for God...
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Christian Worship Three Year Lectionary (With Supplemental Lectionary)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2011 | PENTECOST NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST YEAR A Old Testament Joel 3:12–16 Psalm Psalm 18 New Testament Romans 8:26, 27 New Testament 1 Peter 4:1–8 (Supplemental) Gospel Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43 Christian Worship Three Year Lectionary (With Supplemental Lectionary) (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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United Methodist Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 15 YEAR A Old Testament Genesis 45:1–15 Psalm Psalm 133 (UMH 850) New Testament Romans 11:1–2a, 29–32 Gospel Matthew 15:21–28 (10–20) Vanderbilt Divinity Library, United Methodist Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 15 YEAR A Old Testament & Psalm, Option I Old Testament Genesis 45:1–15 Psalm Psalm 133 or Old Testament & Psalm, Option II Old Testament Isaiah 56:1, 6–8 Psalm Psalm 67 New Testament Romans 11:1–2a, 29–32 Gospel (Matthew 15:10–20) 21–28 Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Catholic Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 14, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A First Reading Isaiah 56:1, 6–7 Response Psalm 67:4 Psalm Psalm 67:2–3, 5–6, 8 Second Reading Romans 11:13–15, 29–32 Gospel Acclamation Matthew 4:23 Gospel Matthew 15:21–28 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Sermon Starters

The Coming of the Holy Spirit Key Verse: John 15:26 I. The Holy Spirit has always existed. A. The Lord Jesus has always been. “In the beginning was the Word” (John 1:1) refers to the eternal self-existence of Jesus before He became flesh (John 1:14). B. It is equally true that the Holy Spirit has always existed and been active in the affairs of the world along with God the Father, and God the Son. For instance, it was the Holy Spirit who was instrumental in the conception of Jesus in human form (Matt. 1:18, 20). It was also said that John the Baptist would be filled with the Holy Spirit from his mother’s womb (Luke 1:15). Likewise, both Zacharias and Elisabeth were filled with the Holy Spirit (Luke 1:41, 67), as were Simeon (Luke 2:25) and Anna (Luke 2:36). These events all occurred before the manifestation of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. II. Jesus foretold the coming of the Holy Spirit on the n...
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What are You doing to Stay Small and Strategic?

I read an article this morning: What Are You Doing to Stay Small and Strategic? In it it reminded me of what the Holy Spirit has been telling me to write. However Peter Meade wrote what I was given but slothful in writing it. Today we find some pastor's forgetting about feeding the congregants but began thing more so about them self: Filthy lucre (money); being recognized within Local, State and National denomination organizations and looking for a mans-calling to a "Mega Church." All of this is done while negating true worship in God's House that He has placed him over. It is saying, "God, You gave me this small church and others have come to know me as a flamboyant preacher, so I'm promoting myself for a higher self-calling." Your and God's church is suffering for attendance: Sunday school and worship attendance, but there is a will-show of worship in various types of--what is called a particular ministry type of ministry--that is secular in ...
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The Episcopal Church

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2011 | COMMEMORATION LAWRENCE, DEACON, AND MARTYR AT ROME, 258 Index of Readings The Episcopal Church, Book of Common Prayer (1979) Sunday Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2010).
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Catholic Lectionary

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2011 | FEAST SAINT LAWRENCE, DEACON AND MARTYR YEARS 1 & 2 First Reading 2 Corinthians 9:6–10 Response Psalm 112:5 Psalm Psalm 112:1–9 Gospel Acclamation John 8:12bc Gospel John 12:24–26 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Catholic Lectionary

TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME TUESDAY OF THE NINETEENTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1 First Reading Deuteronomy 31:1–8 Response Deuteronomy 32:9a Psalm Deuteronomy 32:3–4b, 7–9, 12 Gospel Acclamation Matthew 11:29ab Gospel Matthew 18:1–5, 10, 12–14 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Benediction

Have you ever wondered why Jesus never used a benediction? The reasons are: Jesus was from the beginning of Creation and will never die; He is always with you with the Father, and will never leave nor forsake you. The apostle Paul being a human was mortal and would need to leave a benediction to those he wrote or visited too. 14. The grace, etc. The most complete benediction of the Pauline epistles. In most of the epistles the introductory benedictions are confined to grace and peace. In the pastoral epistles mercy is added. In the closing benedictions uniformly grace. Marvin Richardson Vincent, Word Studies in the New Testament (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2002). 2 Co 13:14.
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Sermon Starters

Loving Is Obeying Key Verse: John 15:10 I. Love is a magnet. A. The Greek word translated “love” in John 15:9 is agápē, “unselfish love which seeks to meet a need in another.” 1. Christ wants us to love (agapáō) our enemies (Matt. 5:44; Luke 6:27, 35). He does not want us to stay away from them, even as He did not stay aloof from those who hated Him. 2. He wants us to recognize their need and meet it, even as He met our own need in our sinful condition. 3. If you are estranged from people, try loving them by meeting a need in their lives. Thus you will build a bridge between you and them. B. From agápē there springs philía, “friendship,” which is commonly translated love. 1. This type of love is based on a relationship of common interests. Two people are friends when they are concerned about the same things. There is more a bond of equality among friends. 2. The Lord never ...
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Christian Worship Three Year Lectionary (With Supplemental Lectionary)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2011 | PENTECOST EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST YEAR A Old Testament Isaiah 55:10, 11 Old Testament Isaiah 55:10–13 (Supplemental) Psalm Psalm 65 New Testament Romans 8:18–25 New Testament Acts 18:1–11 (Supplemental) Gospel Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23 Christian Worship Three Year Lectionary (With Supplemental Lectionary) (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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United Methodist Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 14 YEAR A Old Testament Genesis 37:1–4, 12–28 Psalm Psalm 105:1–6, 16–22, 45b (UMH 828) New Testament Romans 10:5–15 Gospel Matthew 14:22–33 Vanderbilt Divinity Library, United Methodist Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Revised Common Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2011 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 14 YEAR A Old Testament & Psalm, Option I Old Testament Genesis 37:1–4, 12–28 Psalm Psalm 105:1–6, 16–22, 45b or Old Testament & Psalm, Option II Old Testament 1 Kings 19:9–18 Psalm Psalm 85:8–13 New Testament Romans 10:5–15 Gospel Matthew 14:22–33 Revised Common Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Catholic Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 7, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A First Reading 1 Kings 19:9a, 11–13a Response Psalm 85:8 Psalm Psalm 85:9–14 Second Reading Romans 9:1–5 Gospel Acclamation Psalm 130:5 Gospel Matthew 14:22–33 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Obedience

Matthew 5:38-42 is one of Scripture's most mis-interpretive. Today I will paste what is the true meanings of those verses from the Bible Knowledge Commentary. 5:38-42 (Luke 6:29-30). The words Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth come from several Old Testament passages (Ex. 21:24; Lev. 24:20; Deut. 19:21); they are called the lex talionis, the law of retaliation. This law was given to protect the innocent and to make sure retaliation did not occur beyond the offense. Jesus pointed out, however, that while the rights of the innocent were protected by the Law, the righteous need not necessarily claim their rights. A righteous man would be characterized by humility and selflessness. Instead he might go “the extra mile” to maintain peace. When wronged by being struck on a cheek, or sued for his tunic (undergarment; a cloak was the outer garment), or forced to travel with someone a mile, he would not strike back, demand repayment, or refuse to comply. Instead of retaliating he would do th...
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Prayer by the Internet

Number: 5150725093 You never know when God is going to bless you! Good things happen when you least expect them too. Change the number in the Number box when you forward it by adding one to the number at the end. Dear Lord, I thank You for this day, I thank You for my being able to see and to hear this morning. I'm blessed because You area forgiving God and an understanding God. You have done so much for me, and You keep on blessing me. Forgive me this day for everything I have done, said or thought that was not pleasing to you. I ask now for Your forgiveness. Please keep me safe from all danger and harm. Help me to start this day with a new attitude and plenty of gratitude. Let me make the best of each and every day to clear my mind. that I can hear from You. Please broaden my mind that I can accept all things. Let me not whine and whimper over things I have no control over. And give me the best response when I'm pushed beyond my limits. I know that when I can't pray, You...
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Catholic Lectionary

SUNDAY, AUGUST 21, 2011 | ORDINARY TIME TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A First Reading Isaiah 22:19–23 Response Psalm 138:8bc Psalm Psalm 138:1–3, 6, 8 Second Reading Romans 11:33–36 Gospel Acclamation Matthew 16:18 Gospel Matthew 16:13–20 Catholic Lectionary (Bellingham, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 2009).
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Why pray? Why study the Bible? Why believe in God?

What does those questions have to do with your employment and employer in the natural life? The answers may amaze you. You first must answer an ad for a job position. With the Lord its "Harden not your heart (Heb. 3:8)." There are certain qualifications for the earthly job, but with God, come as you are. God will have you no other way. What are the wages for the position applying for? With God there is a two-fold guarantee: "23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." (Romans 6:23 (KJV 1900)) Upon getting your earthly job and knowing the S.O.P. (Standard Operational Procedure) book which is also know as the jobs bible; God says to study his Bible's Word to know of his commandments and precepts so that you will be able to to know right from wrong: (2 Tim. 2:15-17a; 2 Tim. 3:16-17). Believing in God is the right thing to do because, "7 Thou shalt have none other gods before me." (Deuterono...
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