Scripture: Luke 19:28-40 and Philippians 2:5-11 (N.B Psalm 118: 1-2, 19-29; Isaiah 50:4-9a; Psalm 31:9-16; and Luke 22:14-23:56- also on Year C Liturgy of Psalms/Liturgy of Passion) Aim: Contrast Jesus’ attitude to freedom, power and truth with ours (c.f. Abolition 200). 1. In Luke 19:28-40 Jesus commits himself to taking the blame and guilt of others and …
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Abundant Encouragement
Scripture: Romans 8:26-39 (N.B. Genesis 29:15-28; Psalm 105:1-11, 45b or Psalm 128; 1 Kings 3:5-12; Psalm 119:129-136; and Matthew 12:31-33, 44-52- also on this day, Proper 12 Year A) Introduction God knew that we would face difficulties and weakness, the Christian life would not always be an easy one lived with strength. Scripture In Romans, …
We’re Not Looking for Power, but Faith
Scripture: Mark 6:1-13 and 2 Corinthians 12:2-10 (N.B. 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10; Psalm 48; Ezekiel 2:1-5; and Psalm 123-also on this day Year B Ordinary 16) Introduction Sometimes we beat ourselves up “if only we really believed and really loved like Jesus we would transform the world.” No we wouldn’t! OK to confess and examine our performance, …
Not Power, but Faith
We’re not looking for power, but faith … a Sermon on 2 Corinthians 12:5b-10 (Year B, Proper 9 / Ordinary 14) Introduction Sometimes I hear Christians say “if only we really believed and really loved like Jesus we would transform the world,” but Jesus said that most would reject God, and war/poverty would be with us …
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