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    • Adventuring Into The New Age

      $16.18

      …we often deceive ourselves. If Plato advised “know thyself”and if his teacher, Socrates, said the “unexamined life is not worth living,” many of us are afraid really to examine ourselves too closely, or to come to know who we really are.
      – from the chapter “Getting at the Truth”

      In this collection of sermons (including some in dialogue format) from Maurice A. Fetty, the reader will find stories that dig into the heart of the Pentecost texts. The gospel of Luke is explored in ways that make the lectionary texts relevant for the modern age to a minister’s congregation each Sunday.

      In Adventuring Into the New Age, author Fetty delves into the season of Pentecost — the birthday of the church, the coming of the Holy Spirit, and the inauguration of a new age. These sermons will be helpful in many ways:

      Eye-opening illustrations, as well as sermon starters

      Group or individual study

      Individual devotions

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    • When Walls Shift And The Ceiling Collapses

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      Pride has an insidious quality. It germinates a healthy self-confidence. Then, if left to grow, unchecked and unexamined, it spreads and transforms into the worship of self…. Pride deludes us into thinking we are God’s equal.
      — from the chapter “Pride is a Noxious Weed in the Garden of Life”

      In this collection of sermons for the final weeks of the Revised Common Lectionary, Cycle C, the reader will find the common theme of “living through difficult times of maximal change.”

      In When Walls Shift and the Ceiling Collapses, Cueni lets the text shape the sermon in some cases, while in others, lets the assigned gospel reading serve as a springboard for moving in a different direction. These messages may be helpful in a variety of ways:

      Commentary and illustrations

      Group or individual Bible study

      Weekly personal devotions

      Sermon titles included in this volume are:

      The Joy of a Thankful Heart

      Pride is a Noxious Weed in the Garden of Life

      “Gotcha” Questions from Mean-Spirited People”

      Many others based on the gospel texts in Pentecost

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    • Tears Of God Jesus As Passion And Promise

      $16.18

      Preaching is a privilege. To dare to proclaim the living word of God is to engage in the mysterious work of incarnation. And so, preaching takes both courage and humility. Nothing trivializes God more than a sloppy sermon or a lazy preacher. Our people are starving for a nourishing word, and we dare not feed them junk food.
      – from the Preface

      The reader of these meditations, based upon the gospel lessons for Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary, will appreciate the style and enthusiasm of Susan Andrews. Her passion and respect for the craft of preaching shines through in every sermon of this collection. Her love of God’s word and the people to whom it is preached is evident in the pages of this book. The messages herein will be helpful in a variety of ways:

      Sermon starters

      Illuminating illustrations

      Group Bible study

      Personal devotions

      Some of the sermon titles contained in this volume are

      Journey Toward Humility

      The Holy Must

      The Tears of God

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    • They All Were Looking For A King Cycle C

      $16.18

      In this volume of sermons prepared by Wayne Brouwer, the reader will find illustrations that help to explain God’s message in new and interesting ways. Finding stories and word pictures that more easily tie into the Lectionary readings for each Sunday will help the person in the pulpit make his sermon more compelling to the people in the pews.

      In They All Were Looking for a King, the author brings the reader new insights to the age-old message surrounding the birth of Christ. As Christians eagerly anticipate the arrival of the babe of Bethlehem, Brouwer explores the gospel from new perspectives that the reader will find to be invaluable. These messages will be helpful in a variety of ways:

      Illuminating illustrations and sermon starters

      Group Bible study

      Personal devotions

      Sermon titles included in this collection are:

      A Cry in the Dark

      A Dance in the Desert

      Creating Community the Hard Way

      Many others for the seasons of Advent, Christmas and Epiphany

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    • Navigating The Sermon Cycle C

      $43.68

      For each Sunday in Cycle C, the writers and editors of “Charting the Course,” an integral part of Emphasis: A Lectionary Preaching Journal from CSS Publishing Company, delve into the heart of the lectionary readings, providing you, the pastor with in-depth lectionary-based commentary; relating several fresh, solid ideas — based squarely on the lectionary texts — for creating sermons that speak powerfully to your audience. The team of Navigating the Sermon looks for overall topics for the entire Cycle C church year that hold the readings together. Then, they zero in on the theme and the specific scripture links, suggesting directions for the sermon and worship service. Since a single application for each week may not provide what you are looking for at that particular time, Navigating the Sermon in most cases suggests several ideas, giving you the opportunity to select the one that matches your specific needs.

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    • Sermon Sparks : 122 Ideas To Ignite Your Preaching

      $20.99

      A working pastor is always looking for fresh preaching perspectives. This hands-on resource from the author of a long-standing column in the journal Lectionary Homiletics covers the entire three-year lectionary cycle with brief reflections designed to generate fresh and timely sermon ideas.

      Each reflection is limited to two pages and provides an interpretation of one or more lections for every month of the year. While some focus on a single lection, others draw forth a theological/pastoral theme that stretches across several lections, suggesting how to approach an entire month homiletically.

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    • God Spoke To Abraham

      $42.99

      Sixty superlative sermons on familiar Old Testament texts.

      Many Christian preachers today largely neglect the Old Testament in their sermons, focusing instead on the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ teachings and activities. As Fleming Rutledge points out, however, when the New Testament is disconnected from the context of the Old Testament, it is like a house with no foundation, a plant with no roots, or a pump with no well.

      In this powerful collection of sixty sermons on the Old Testament, Rutledge expounds on a number of familiar Old Testament passages featuring Abraham, Samuel, David, Elijah, Job, Jonah, and many other larger-than-life figures. Applying these texts to contemporary life and Christian theology, she highlights the ways in which their multivocal messages can be heard in all their diversity while still proclaiming univocally, “Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God, the Lord is One.”

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    • View From The Cross Cycle B

      $19.93

      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.

      The View from the Cross brings us back to the central image of our faith, the death of Jesus on the cross followed by his victorious resurrection. Drawing on the gospel readings in the Lent and Easter seasons, Dr. Clarke offers a new perspective on the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem and ultimately to Golgotha and the cross. In examining the words and deeds of Christ during this season, we as the church of today can grow in our faith and set out to fulfill the plan God has for us 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 sermon collection includes:

      Expectations and a Crown

      The Gardens of Life

      Living a Joyful Life

      … and many more!

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    • Collected Sermons Of Walter Brueggemann

      $44.00

      In addition to being one of the world’s leading interpreters of the Old Testament, Walter Brueggemann is a skilled and beloved preacher. This collection of sermons demonstrates Brueggemann’s fidelity to biblical texts, which come alive with meaning in our contemporary world. Throughout, Brueggemann also reflects on his preaching.

      The book features a biblical index as well as a foreword by Samuel Wells of Duke University who writes: “Enjoy this volume from a master exegete, a master theologian, and a master preacher. They really are neat sermons. And they’re for you.”

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    • Sermons From Job

      $25.00

      Leroy Nixon, the translator of these sermons wrote, “Of all the sermons by Calvin, the 159 on the book of Job have probably been the most famous. They express clearly his sense of the majesty of God. To work with them over the past three years has been a rich and exciting spiritual experience. . . If the reader gets only a fraction of the benefit which came to the translator, the reader will be amply rewarded. Calvin’s piety is well expressed in the sermons titled, ‘The Lord Gave; the Lord has taken Away’; ‘Blessed is the Man whom God Corrects’; ‘Though He Slay Me, Yet Will I Trust in Him;’ ‘Does Not God Count My Steps’; ‘ and ‘The Right Use of Affliction.’ Pervading these sermons is the prayer and conviction that whatever comes to pass may all be for the glory of God.”

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    • Walking With God Cycle A

      $16.18

      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 theSermons on the First Readings, Series III, Cycle Aseries,Walking With Godguides us through the last third of the season of Pentecost as Argile Smith explores the first lessons from Proper 23 through Thanksgiving, bringing the lectionary cycle year to its conclusion.By taking us back to the beginning, Smith offers us a better understanding of what it is to nurture an intimate daily walk with God. As we see the faithfulness of God played out in history, we can come to trust God more with our own lives.

      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:

      On Speaking Terms

      Who’s the Real Leader?

      Powerless People

      … and many more!

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    • Eyes Of Faith Cycle B

      $16.18

      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!

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    • Fine Gospel For Preaching Cycle B

      $16.18

      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.

      A Fine Gospel for Preaching covers the last third of the Pentecost season, bringing the church year to a close. In examining these passages from the life and teachings of Jesus, Crotts reminds us not just of their importance to their original hearers, but also of their continued relevance almost 2,000 years later. These scriptures are timeless, and Crotts demonstrates how we can apply the lessons of these words to our twenty-first-century lifestyle.

      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 Dangers of Being Religious

      Teach Your Dollars to Make More Sense!

      The End of Worry

      … and many more!

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    • Facing The Future With Hope Cycle B

      $17.43

      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.

      Facing the Future with Hope is a collection of sermons that lives up to its title. Drawing on the gospel message in the Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany seasons, Richard Hasler brings readers to the joyous anticipation and celebration of this part of the Christian worship calendar. Hasler translates the joyful, anxious expectation of the coming king in Bethlehem to our Christian walk today, demonstrating how we can maintain that walk with hope and contentment.

      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:

      Believing the Impossible

      Seeing Is Believing

      Developing a Quiet Center

      … and many more!

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    • God In The Present Tense Cycle B

      $16.18

      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.

      God in the Present Tense covers the middle third of the Pentecost season, examining the ministry of Jesus as presented in the gospels of Mark and John. In this collection of sermons, Carter endeavors to show how these passages are not confined to a singular moment in history, but instead are relevant and valuable in our own time, as well. Jesus’ ministry was not just for first-century Palestine but for all people everywhere throughout time. These sermons will lift the stories off the page and give them new life in our present time.

      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 Meal that Stays with You
      Welcoming the Child
      Welcome to the Household
      … and many more!

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    • Maybe Today Series 3 Cycle B

      $13.68

      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. This outstanding sermon resource is based on the Second Readings from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary, drawing valuable lessons from these texts for the complex challenges posed by life in the 21st century. 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

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    • Leap Over A Wall

      $15.99

      Of all the characters in the Bible, it is David who is most human. His life is lived on the “rough-edged actuality” of real life, and his relationship with God is an energetic one. Through the passions, the trials, and the lyrical poetry of this beloved figure, we gain powerful insights into the role of God in our own lives.

      In this inspirational volume, Professor Eugene H. Peterson, translator of The Message, uses stories from David’s epic life as vivid lessons in everyday faith and spirituality. Exploring David’s experiences of friendship, grief, love, sin, and suffering, as well as sanctuary, beauty, and wilderness, he reawakens us to the enduring truths behind these beloved stories.

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    • Collected Sermons Of Fred B Craddock

      $40.00

      This collection of more than fifty of Fred Craddock’s sermons provides a glimpse of a master preacher at work. Amazingly, only one of the sermons was preached from a manuscript written in advance, as Craddock considered a sermon to be an event in the world of sound. As a result, the selections here wonderfully reflect and preserve Craddock’s voice and engage readers with all the immediacy of the spoken word.

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    • New Resolve Cycle C

      $11.18

      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 C of the Revised Common Lectionary, Scott Suskovic explores the epistles and shows that their lessons on life and faith still offer valuable guidance for today’s complex challenges. This volume includes ten messages for every Sunday and major celebration throughout the Pentecost season (Last Third), 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.

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    • Courageous Compassion : A Prophetic Homiletic In Service To The Church

      $33.31

      A wonderfully intelligent, forceful book, bringing together masterful sermons by noted preacher Jerry Taylor and responses by world-renowned scholars.

      Jerry Taylor’s preaching is characterized as a ”Compassionate Prophetic Voice” delivered in the traditional African American form: ”Start slow, stay low, rise higher, and end in fire.” His preaching is intelligent and wedded to the biblical text, effectively engaging listeners before exploding with persuasion.

      COURAGEOUS COMPASSION provides examples of ten of Taylor’s best-crafted sermons, including ”The Curse of Babel,” ”They That Wait upon the Lord,” ”Alive to God,” and ”Courageous Compassion.” Respected theorists, biblical scholars, and denominational leaders have responded to each sermon, providing analysis, homiletic insight, reflections from the tradition of Black preaching, and comments on what Taylor is ”doing right.”

      This volume accents the work of one homiletic practitioner whose work demands careful reflection and wide distribution. Its lively writing style, and its use of concrete images and examples to connect serious reflections with Taylor’s sermons, also serves as an example of how listeners and readers can interact with such rich preaching.

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    • Word Has Come Down

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      Lent holds a central place in the worship of many Christians. After the joyful celebrations of Christmas and Epiphany, it is vital for Christians to set aside time to repent, meditate, and reflect on the fact that Jesus’ life was a buildup to the ultimate sacrifice of himself on the Cross for our sins. In The Word Has Come Down, Huener guides participants through the ashes of repentance of Ash Wednesday, journeying through the Last Supper of Maundy Thursday and the crucifixion of Good Friday, culminating in the revelation of the risen Jesus at Easter. Along the way, Huener stops to look at each of the main characters in these events, people like Caiaphas, Peter, Judas, Pontius Pilate, and the women at the tomb, allowing each one to tell their side of the story. Huener explores each character in detail, allowing each one to flesh out this central event in Christian history. Whether used for congregational worship, small group study, or personal Lenten devotions, The Word Has Come Down will draw its readers into the beauty, agony, and triumph of Lent and Easter. Beth Huener is the pastor of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Oregon, Ohio, a suburb of Toledo. She has also served at other Lutheran parishes in Ohio and West Virginia.

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    • To The Cross And Beyond

      $18.68

      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 gospel lesson, we return to the fountainhead, bringing the congregation back to where Christianity began. Like the first disciples, we walk with Jesus, hearing his words and witnessing his miracles as we journey to the Cross.

      To the Cross and Beyond takes us through Jesus’ final days on earth as recounted in the Sundays of Lent and Easter. David O. Bales explores some of the gospel’s best-known moments as Jesus journeys to Jerusalem and, ultimately, to the Cross and then the empty tomb.

      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:
      Looking Down on God
      Putting the World Back Together
      Jesus’ Prayer: The Pause in the Battle
      … and many more!

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    • Show And Tell Cycle A

      $18.68

      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.

      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

      Sermons in this volume include:
      Will This Be on the Test?
      A Breath of Fresh Air
      Stuck in Park
      … and many more!

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    • Christmas Grace Cycle A

      $18.68

      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 second lesson, we become witnesses to the growth and development of the early church as described in the epistles of Paul and the other apostles. As the early Christians take their first steps in their faith, we too learn how to travel on our own journey with Christ.

      Christmas Grace kicks off the lectionary year in the celebrations of Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany. Smith journeys through the New Testament lessons, offering fresh insight for the twenty-first-century church as they celebrate this time of new beginnings.

      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:
      Wake Up Call
      The Gift that Matters!
      Divided We Fall
      … and many more!

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    • What Can We Believe Cycle A

      $16.18

      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 second lesson, we become witnesses to the growth and development of the early church as described in the epistles of Paul and the other apostles. As the early Christians take their first steps in their faith, we too learn how to travel on our own journey with Christ.

      As part of the Sermons on the Second Readings, Series III, Cycle A series, What Can We Believe? guides us through the last third of the season of Pentecost as James L. Killen Jr. explores the second lessons from Proper 23 through Thanksgiving, bringing the lectionary cycle year to its conclusion.

      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:

      What Can We Believe about the Christian Life?

      What Can We Believe about the Reign of Christ?

      What Can We Believe about Stuff?

      … and many more!

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    • John Wesley : A Preaching Life

      $22.99

      That John Wesley was not a systematic theologian is a point frequently made. Yet if that be the case, what kind of theologian was he? To look at his literary output over the course of his long life and ministry is to recognize the central role that sermons played. Thus, claims Michael Paquarello, Wesley was a homiletical theologian, one for whom the Word preached was the core means of reflecting on and understanding the meaning of the Gospel. In this “preaching life” of Wesley Pasquarello places Wesley’s sermons in the larger religious, political, and intellectual world of their eighteenth-century context. Neither a biography nor an intellectual history, it is a homiletic history, one that both uses the details of Wesley’s milieu to build a framework for understanding his sermons, and that illumines the practical wisdom embodied in the content, form, and style of Wesley’s preaching. John Wesley: A Preaching Life vividly portrays the centrality of Wesley’s preaching to the religious revival that transformed eighteenth-century England.

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    • Preaching Christ From Ecclesiastes (Reprinted)

      $33.99

      As Sidney Greidanus points out here, Ecclesiastes is especially relevant for our culture – the Teacher confronts enticements like materialism, secularism, hedonism, human autonomy, and self-sufficiency. But how can preachers convey these important teachings to their congregations in a helpful way? / Sidney Greidanus here does preachers a great service by providing the foundations for one or more series of expository sermons on Ecclesiastes. He breaks the book down in several ways, including: the boundaries of each preaching text, the text’s theme and goal, various ways to move to Christ in the New Testament, detailed exposition of the fifteen literary units, and application for today

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    • Novel Preaching : Tips From Top Writers On Crafting Creative Sermons

      $28.00

      Fiction writers are highly creative people who have learned the discipline of translating their ideas into effective communication. That same combination of creativity and skill comes into play for preachers crafting their sermons.
      In this lively and accessible book, Alyce McKenzie explores how fiction writers approach the task of writing novels: how they develop ideas, find their inspiration, and turn the spark of a creative notion into words on paper that will captivate the masses. McKenzie shows how preachers can use the same techniques to enhance their own creativity and to turn their ideas into powerful, well-crafted sermons.

      Novel Preaching offers a wealth of advice from successful fiction writers, including Isabelle Allende, Frederick Buechner, Julia Cameron, Annie Dillard, Natalie Goldberg, Stephen King, Toni Morrison, Joyce Carol Oates, and Melanie Rae Thon, and also includes sample sermons from McKenzie.

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    • Way Of A Pilgrim

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      A portrait of the traditions and interior life of Russian Orthodox spirituality.

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    • Gifts Of Thanksgiving Series 3 Cycle C

      $16.18

      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 studySome 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!

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    • Word In Small Boats

      $22.99

      “The word travels in small boats, the thought and speech of human beings, living the life of faith like any other believe but set aside for this ministry.” (from the introduction) / Oliver O’Donovan has been preaching and teaching for over three decades, committed to the perpetual voyage that is the service of the Word of God. In The Word in Small Boats O’Donovan offers 32 occasional sermons he has preached over the past twenty or so years. / Content headings: / The Mission of God’s Word / The Community of God’s Word / Tradition, Truth, and the Public / Launched upon Life by God’s Word

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    • Habakkuk-Malachi KJV Preacher Edition

      $39.99

      Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi. Five great books in one POSB volume for you to preach and teach.

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    • Habakkuk-Malachi NIV Preachers Edition

      $39.99

      Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi. Five great books in one POSB volume for you to preach and teach.

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    • Journey Through The Psalms

      $28.68

      The Psalms are an often-overlooked source for sermons – yet they are very rich in exactly what makes preaching relevant to modern listeners. From personal suffering to the absence of God, from national failure to the burden of personal sin, the Psalms are filled with the pathos of the human struggle to create and maintain a living relationship with God – making them excellent vehicles for reflection, prayer, and proclamation. In this book, Schuyler Rhodes takes readers on an enlightening journey through the Psalm pericopes of the complete three-year cycle of the Revised Common Lectionary. His commentary links these ancient texts with contemporary life, and offers a comprehensive gamut of approaches for understanding and bringing to life an abundant source of sermonic material. A Journey Through the Psalms is an invaluable homiletic tool drawn from the pages of the renowned preaching journal Emphasis that provides numerous starting points for developing solidly scriptural messages that have impact for the people in the pews. A convenient index indicates multiple commentaries on the same text, allowing users to consider alternative approaches. Anyone who wants a better appreciation of the Psalms and how they speak to us today will find this inspiring volume a great addition to their library.

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    • Sermons On The Second Readings Series 3 Cycle C

      $47.43

      The New Testament epistles offer us a unique look at some of the struggles faced bythe early church, and how those first-century Christians worked through some ofthe theological and pastoral issues that divided them. In this anthology ofinsightful sermons based on the second readings from Cycle B of the RevisedCommon Lectionary, five distinguished preachers explore the epistles and showthat their lessons on life and faith still offer valuable guidance for today’scomplex challenges. This volume includes messages for every Sunday and majorcelebration throughout the entire church year, and is filled with compellingstories and wisdom. It’s a preaching, teaching, and meditation resource thatwill 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!

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    • Sermons On The First Readings Series 3 Cycle C

      $49.93

      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 reading

      Some 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!

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    • Sermons On The Gospel Readings Series 3 Cycle C

      $47.43

      In this complete set of insightful and inspiring sermons for every Sunday and major celebration in the church year, an experienced group of five master preachers skillfully places readers right in the middle of the gospel accounts of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. Weaving together the authors’ diverse experiences and viewpoints with the powerful story of Christ’s ministry, these eloquent messages provide a wealth of ideas for fellow pastors as well as an astute understanding of the gospel message for contemporary living that will revitalize the faith of all readers and draw them closer to Christ.

      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:

      ? Don’t Burn the Cookies!
      ? A Concert of Praise
      ? The Ashes of Our Lives
      ? Hit Me with Your Best Shot
      ? Low-Carb Christians
      ? The Forgiven Love a Lot!
      ? Checked the Ditch Lately?
      ? But I Really Like the Best Seat in the House!
      ? Where Would You Go to Meet Jesus?
      ? Begging and Bragging
      ? Knowing Who’s in Charge

      …and many more!

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    • And Still The Hour Shines

      $29.93

      Are you tired of going with the flow of the rest of the world? Do you want to stand out from the crowd and be counter-cultural, perhaps even revolutionary? While this may seem to be a tall order to many of us, the blueprints for personal and cultural change have been with us for centuries in the words of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.

      Considered by many to be the most powerful message ever recorded, the Sermon on the Mount flies in the face of much of what our society esteems. In a world that thrives on stress, irreverence, and greed, Jesus describes a life of spiritual contentment, deep piety, and abundant generosity. And Still the Hour Shines… journeys through the Sermon on the Mount, examining everything from the Beatitudes to its teachings on prayer and giving. As Stephen Crotts unearths the simple yet profound messages in this passage, holding these principles up against our current societal standards, he calls us to embark on a different journey, living as examples of hope and goodness for the rest of the world to see. This resource is ideal not just for personal study but also for sermon inspiration and small group study.

      And Still the Hour Shines… calls us to shine as beacons of light, guiding a world in darkness to its savior.

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    • Walking With Christ

      $16.18

      The road Christ calls us to travel takes us on a journey of learning, in both exciting and mundane times. Through sermons based on his own life’s journey, Michael D. Wuchter illustrates how we can draw closer to the heart of God in stimulating times like overseas missions and also in such simple things as gardening, cleaning out a wallet, camping, or going to an amusement park. For those seeking to deepen their understanding of God, Walking with Christ reflects on one man’s journey of faith, and encourages us to embark on our own.

      In this fourth book of sermons, Michael Wuchter gives us even more creative images to convey and carry the words of the gospel. On Earth Day, he imagines a creation bogged down by government regulations; he balances the dangers of prayer with the risks of a roller coaster ride; and he comes to terms with the true meaning of sin and grace while camping next to some unruly families from Brooklyn.

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    • Alphabet Of Grace

      $16.99

      With characteristic eloquence and insight, Buechner presents a three-part series of reflections that probe, through the course of one day, the innermost mysteries of life. Blending an artist’s eye for natureal beauty, the true meaning of human encounters, and the significance of occurances (momentous or seemly trival), with a wealth of personal, literacy, biblical, and spiritual insights, he offers a matchless opportunity for readers to discover the hidden wisdom that can be gleaned through a heightened experience of daily life.

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    • Like Those Who Dream

      $31.58

      With wit and wisdom, James C. Longacre’s sermons address current and tough issues of the faith – suffering, judgment, family fights, war and peace, capitalism and its effects, dignity and justice for those on the lower rungs of wealth or power or status as well as those on top, and more. The sermons draw deeply from the poignant and pungent perspectives of the Scriptures. Breathing through these sermons, often implicitly engaging the thought of leading theologians and homileticians (including foreword writer Walter Brueggemann), is the updraft of the biblical message and its vision of salvation, compassion, and justice.

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    • Preaching And Professing

      $33.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9780802864468ISBN10: 0802864465Ralph WoodBinding: Trade PaperPublished: January 2009Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. Print On Demand Product

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    • Chasing Chariots

      $13.68

      Because the New Testament speaks directly to us as Christians, it can be tempting to focus more of our attention there at the expense of the Old Testament. However, the Hebrew scriptures still have relevance even for 21st-century Christians. Chasing Chariots is an exploration of 11 scripture passages featuring the chariot, an ancient symbol of power and strength. In each account, K. D. Weaver draws out ancient wisdom that still speak to our contemporary lives concerning faith, judgment, healing, and destiny.

      Some of the lessons included in this collection are:
      Deal with Change
      Execute Your Exodus
      Seize What God Has for You
      Mature in Christ

      This collection is perfect for sermon inspiration, small group Bible study, or personal reflection. Each of the accounts explored in Chasing Chariots fosters spiritual maturity and draws us closer to the God of both the Old and New Testaments.

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    • Courage To Carry On

      $11.18

      Using the Hebrew scriptures and the book of Acts as a guide, David Webb journeys through the First Readings from the Revised Common Lectionary for the Lent and Easter seasons. The Courage to Carry On not only draws people into a deeper appreciation and understanding of the meaning of Lent and Easter, it also offers insight into living the Christian life in today’s world. Ideal for sermon inspiration and preparation as well as small group Bible study and personal reflection and meditation, The Courage to Carry On is a valuable addition to any library.
      Some of the sermons included in this collection are:
      * Relentless Grace
      * A Precious Gift
      * Salvation Is Coming
      * The Church’s DNA
      * Confident Faith

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    • Scenes Of Glory

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      Jesus was a master storyteller. He could weave timeless, eternal truths into the seemingly simplest of stories. His tales not only disarmed his listeners, but they also imparted powerful insights into the nature of God in familiar terms.
      In this same spirit, Scenes of Gloryis a collection of story sermons that communicate the truth of God’s word through familiar images like a vacation drive, two friends sitting under an apple tree, or football season. While each of the stories may take the reader into familiar territory, they may also offer a view of the gospel in a rather unfamiliar and thought-provoking way.

      Complete with study questions at the end of each chapter, this resource is great for personal Bible study and devotion as well as group studies. It is also valuable for pastors needing either sermon inspiration or simply an alternate view of a particular biblical text.

      Our life is a series of stories. Scenes of Gloryis an enriching addition to anyone’s personal story.

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    • Collected Sermons Of William Sloan Coffin 2

      $56.00

      Comprised of the sermons preached by William Sloane Coffin while he was senior minister at the prestigious Riverside Church in New York City (1977-1987), these two volumes capture the renowned preacher and social activist at work: ministering to American hostages in Iran, supporting AIDS awareness in the early years of the epidemic, rallying his audiences to battle poverty and fight for nuclear disarmament, celebrating marriages and baptisms, and mourning the loss of loved ones, including his own son, Alex. Every sermon constitutes a powerful reminder of his legacy-challenging the conscience of a nation.

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    • Loves Pure Light

      $11.18

      Light is an integral symbol in the Christian faith, especially during Christmas. The light of a single candle can disperse the deepest darkness, bringing warmth, comfort, and illumination. The soft, warm candlelight at a Christmas Eve service creates an atmosphere of worship and reverence as congregations celebrate the arrival of the Light of the world.
      Love’s Pure Light is a collection of insightful Christmas sermons delivered at Susquehanna University between 1997 and 2006. This book offers pastors a valuable source of inspiration for Christmas sermon preparation. Love’s Pure Light also includes an order of service, providing congregations with a complete Christmas candlelight worship experience.
      Love’s Pure Light will be a welcome addition to congregations of any size, aiding them in perceiving the power of the Light of Christmas in a deeper and more dynamic way.

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    • Sermons On The Gospel Readings Series 3 Cycle B

      $47.43

      One life changed the course of history — and the accounts of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection contained in the New Testament gospels provide stirring evidence of how God’s Son offers new birth to humanity. In this complete set of insightful and inspiring sermons for every Sunday and major celebration in the church year, an experienced group of five master preachers skillfully articulates the timeless truths embedded in the Cycle B gospel texts of the Revised Common Lectionary. Their eloquent messages weave together dynamic stories and illustrations that breathe fresh life into the scriptures, and share with readers an astute understanding of the meaning of Jesus’ message and ministry for contemporary living. Offering a vision of God’s unconditional love and the grace-filled life, this volume passionately proclaims the Good News, provides a wealth of sermon seeds, and revitalizes the faith of anyone who reads it.

      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

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    • Growing In Christ

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      In nature, spring is a time of rebirth and renewal as the earth shakes off its wintry slumber. In the church, spring is also a time of renewal. From the reflection and self-examination of Lent comes the new dawn of the risen Son at Easter. In Growing in Christ, Michael Wuchter reflects this season of renewal in such messages as ?A Letter From Cousin John,? ?Explaining Resurrection,? and ?Parenting and Hiking.? No matter the season, be it the scorching heat of summer or the bitter frost of winter, Growing in Christ can help us experience the newness of spring in our spirits.

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    • Cry From The Cross

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      Christianity is a faith centered around an instrument of suffering and death — a cross. The hope of every believer is rooted in it. Over the centuries, the cross has become a universal symbol of both suffering and redemption.

      On Good Friday, the cross takes center stage in our worship. Passages from the gospels retelling the agonizing tale of Jesus’ betrayal, trial, crucifixion, and death are recited to the point where the words may become commonplace for some Christians. We may know the words, but have we explored their meaning?

      A Cry from the Cross, a series of seven sermons, explores each of the last seven statements given by Jesus as recorded in the gospels of Mark, Luke, and John. As each statement is explored — statements like “Father, Forgive Them” or “Woman, Here Is Your Son” — Robert Cornwall offers deeper insights into the meaning and significance of the cross as it relates to the Christian faith.

      This is a useful resource for pastors and lay ministers, one that can be used as an inspiration for Good Friday sermons, a Lenten study series, or simply a window to greater personal insight into that day on a hill outside Jerusalem so many years ago — a day that shaped the future of the entire world.

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    • Ezekiel NIV Preacher Edition

      $39.99

      Now you can preach these inspiring series from Ezekiel!
      The Vision Necessary for Serving God
      The End Result of Terrible Sin
      The Coming Judgment on the Nations of the World
      The Glorious Future Promised by the Lord (Parts 1 & 2)

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    • Joshua NIV Preachers Edition

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574071559ISBN10: 1574071556Binding: Trade PaperPublished: December 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Pauls Pastoral Passages Of Promise Cycle B

      $17.43

      The New Testament epistles are a marvelous guidebook full of practical wisdom on living the Christian faith. Providing much more than just a glimpse of the specific issues facing the early church, the pastoral letters contain a multitude of timeless lessons for contemporary spiritual pilgrims who seek to grow in their daily walk with the Lord. In these outstanding sermons based on the Second Readings from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary, the epistles’ nourishing teachings are applied to today’s complex challenges. Here is a wealth of creative ideas and illustrations helpful for preaching, teaching, and meditation. These biblically grounded sermons shine the light of Christ on our often-confusing world and proclaim the richness of God’s truth, offering readers comfort and hope while challenging them to a more intense faith relationship with the Almighty

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    • Not Ashamed Of The Gospel

      $26.99

      Cutting-edge interpretations of Romans that highlight the living, articulate voice of Paul for today’s church

      Rutledge leads readers to refocus their eyes and ears on Paul’s valuable teachings. The author unpacks major ideas and motifs in the epistle, including the cross and resurrection of Christ as the first event of the age to come, faith as the human response ignited by the fire of the Word and the Holy Spirit, and God’s work of salvation as all-encompassing and incomparable.

      A help to preachers and an encouragement to listeners.

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    • Leviticus NIV Preachers Edition

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574071221ISBN10: 157407122XBinding: KivarPublished: July 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Joel-Nahum KJV Preacher Edition

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574072389ISBN10: 1574072382Binding: KivarPublished: July 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Daniel Hosea KJV Preacher Edition

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      SKU (ISBN): 9781574072266ISBN10: 1574072269Binding: KivarPublished: July 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Ezekiel KJV Preacher Edition

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      SKU (ISBN): 9781574072242ISBN10: 1574072242Binding: KivarPublished: July 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Sermons On The Gospel Readings Series 2 Cycle A

      $51.18

      Share God’s truth in words that engage not only the mind but also the heart with this complete set of insightful and inspiring sermons based on Gospel texts from Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary. Five outstanding preachers from diverse denominations skillfully weave together scripture with dynamic stories and illustrations to create eloquent messages for every Sunday and major celebration in the Church year. These stirring sermons pull readers into God’s Word by combining deep biblical grounding with an astute understanding of the meaning of Jesus’ message and ministry for contemporary living. Offering a vision of God’s unconditional love and the grace-filled life, this collection of model messages from an experienced group of master preachers passionately proclaims the Good News, provides a wealth of sermon seeds, and revitalizes the faith of anyone who reads them.

      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

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    • Sermons On The Second Readings Series 2 Cycle A

      $53.68

      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

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    • Deuteronomy NIV Preachers Edition

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574071511ISBN10: 1574071513Binding: Trade PaperPublished: June 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Numbers NIV Preachers Edition

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574071207ISBN10: 1574071203Binding: Trade PaperPublished: June 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Daniel-Hosea NIV Preachers Edition

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574072310ISBN10: 1574072315Binding: Trade PaperPublished: June 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Joel-Nahum NIV Preachers Edition

      $39.99

      SKU (ISBN): 9781574072396ISBN10: 1574072390Binding: Trade PaperPublished: June 2007Preachers Outline And Sermon BiblePublisher: Leadership Ministries Worldwide Print On Demand Product

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    • Sermons On The First Readings Series 2 Cycle A

      $47.43

      Modern life presents many difficult and challenging situations — but as the Hebrew scriptures tell us in rich detail, that’s nothing new for God’s people. Indeed, the Bible shares the epic story of how God’s faithful followers were formed and shaped through centuries of trial by fire. In this inspiring collection of powerful messages based on the First Readings from Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary, five master practitioners of the homiletic craft explore passages from the Old Testament and the Book of Acts, and show how the wisdom contained in those ancient texts offers vital moral and spiritual guidance for contemporary living. Building on stories in which God moves ordinary people to extraordinary heights, these sermons for each Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year passionately proclaim the good news of God’s continuing presence — and the possibilities that offers for our lives, our churches, and the world.

      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

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    • Preaching The Sermon On The Mount

      $15.99

      This collection of essays and sermons challenges us to consider the Sermon on the Mount as Jesus’ serious proposal for an alternative society, a speech of resistance to the forces and institutions that dominate the world.

      This two-part volume brings together the thoughts of biblical scholars and storytellers, theologians and historians, and evangelical and mainline scholars. Eighteen writers tackle Jesus’ landmark sermon, as timely in today’s discussions of empire, occupation, poverty, and wars as ever. They demonstrate that the Sermon on the Mount puts before us not an impossible ideal, but a vision of what God’s people can be when they choose by God’s grace to live in God’s Kingdom.

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    • Secrets In The Dark

      $17.99

      The definitive collection of literary sermons from the Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award finalist.

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    • God Of Justice

      $16.18

      With the Ten Commandments such an integral part of today’s “culture wars,” it would seem to be a safe assumption that most people are familiar with what the commandments actually say. Yet many surveys indicate otherwise — and even when people can name all of the commandments, they often misinterpret their meaning.

      For example:
      * “Do not take the Lord’s name in vain” has nothing to do with avoiding getting one’s mouth washed out with soap;
      * “Remember the sabbath day” is not about going to church;
      * “Honor your father and mother” is not a way to get recalcitrant kids to clean up their rooms;
      * and despite what most folks think, “You shall not commit adultery” is not primarily about sex!

      In God of Justice, David Leininger sets the record straight with a new look at this ancient document. He examines the commandments in the context of today’s social, cultural, and political environment — and he concludes that rather than the traditional view of them as ironclad laws, the commandments are actually God’s policy statements about what is the bedrock of a good, decent, and just society. When properly understood, the commandments offer God’s guidance in establishing a healthy way of life that is rewarding for everyone. With discussion questions included for each chapter, God of Justice is an excellent study resource for adult classes — and clear and accessible reading that will be stimulating and rewarding for any thoughtful Christian.

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    • Shining Through The Darkness

      $12.43

      With their recurrent themes of “waiting” and “traveling on a journey,” these 12 imaginative messages are especially appropriate for the Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany seasons — yet their ecumenically oriented expressions of Christian faith, hope, and love also make them relevant for any time of the year. Wuchter’s keen eye for the telling detail and his ability to connect scripture with familiar things in our lives make Shining Through the Darkness compelling reading for anyone who wants a deeper appreciation of God’s grace and the Gospel of Christ.

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    • Women And The Word

      $12.43

      Women and the Word uses first person narratives to engage people with various texts of scripture. The book can be used in small group studies, confirmation groups, retreats, or Sunday school. Whether the narratives are performed, read, or studied, Women and the Word will bring new meaning to the well-loved stories of:

      Mary, Joseph’s Betrothed — A Promised Word
      A Woman of the City — A Forgiving Word
      Martha, Lazarus, and Mary’s Sister — A Clarifying Word
      The Crippled Woman — A Transforming Word
      A Woman Leper — A Grateful Word
      The Woman at the Well — A Refreshing Word
      Mary, Lazarus, and Martha’s Sister — A Living Word
      The Mother who Begged Jesus to Heal her Daughter — A Hopeful Word

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    • Uplifting Christ Through Autumn

      $12.43

      Uplifting Christ Through Autumn gathers together 12 imaginative sermons from a remarkably gifted parish pastor and campus minister, covering a variety of important occasions, such as:
      * World Communion Day
      * Stewardship Sunday
      * Homecoming/Fall Festival
      * Reformation Sunday
      * All Saints Day
      * Holy Cross Day
      * Thanksgiving

      However, the ecumenically oriented expressions of Christian faith, hope, and love in these messages make them relevant for any time of the year. Plus, Wuchter’s keen eye for the telling detail, exemplified by his observation that “the refrigerator is the household religious shrine that reveals the ethical heartbeat and spiritual faith of a family,” means they’re readable and appealing for everyone.

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    • Sermons On The Gospel Readings Series 2 Cycle C

      $51.18

      Bring Jesus? message and ministry to life with this complete set of inspiring and thought-provoking sermons for every Sunday and major celebration in the Church year. Six notable preachers from across the denominational spectrum offer a treasure trove of creative homiletic ideas and practical, scripture-based wisdom in messages based on Gospel texts from Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary. Weaving together insightful illustrations with keen insight into contemporary life, these sermons passionately proclaim the Good News and powerfully remind us of God’s limitless love. Each riveting message is certain to enlighten the mind and warm the heart.

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    • Sermons On The Second Readings Series 2 Cycle C

      $46.18

      Paul and the other writers of the epistles were entrepreneurs for early Christianity — and not only did they tirelessly spread the good news, but their pastoral letters are also a marvelous guidebook full of practical wisdom. Because their writers were called on to assist the early faith communities in coping with a variety of problems, the New Testament epistles are chock-full of timeless lessons on living the Christian faith. In this extensive anthology of enlightening sermons based on the Second Readings from Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary, five eminent preachers from diverse denominations apply the nourishing teachings of the epistles to today’s complex challenges. With messages included for every Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year, there’s a wealth of ideas and illustrative stories helpful for preaching, teaching, and meditation. These biblically grounded sermons shine the light of Christ on our often confusing world and proclaim the richness of God’s truth, offering readers comfort and hope while challenging them to a more intense faith relationship with the almighty.

      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

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    • Sideswiped By Eternity

      $25.00

      Dr. Joseph L. Roberts has, for the past thirty years, been the pastor of the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, the former pulpit of the Reverends Martin Luther King Senior and Junior.

      The sermons in this collection demonstrate Dr. Roberts’s commitment to the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., the mission of his church, the lives of his parishioners, and the message of Jesus Christ. Roberts addresses such topics as the need for prophetic voices in today’s world; the challenges of living individualistically and in community; burden sharing as a key to a meaningful life; the relevance of grace and faith today; and the importance of renewal through relationship with God and our fellow human beings.

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    • Women In The Wings

      $21.18

      Turn ordinary sermons into memorable occasions with this set of 20 dramatic monologues that can be used by female pastors, lay speakers, or other worship leaders. Women In The Wings highlights the role of women in the Christian story, as scripture passages are brought to life and interpreted by the women who were there. Each monologue tells the story of a biblical character, or of someone who might have witnessed the biblical narrative unfold.

      Women In The Wings provides a user-friendly approach to communicating the gospel through drama — each thought-provoking monologue comes with theological reflections (“Making It Preach”) plus staging instructions and performance tips (“Making It Play”) that makes it accessible for anyone. And this material isn’t just for use in worship — it’s also great for women’s retreats or as discussion starters for Bible study. If you let the women in these monologues share the pulpit with you, together you’ll preach the Word in fresh and meaningful ways.

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    • This Incomplete One

      $21.99

      Unique! Bush has pulled together an amazing variety of sermons occasioned by the death of a young person, encompassing both historical figures and our contemporaries: Barth, Claypool, Coffin, Edwards, Rutledge, Schleiermacher, and Van Tholen. . . . How to handle a difficult, wrenching situation.

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    • Sermons On The First Readings Series 2 Cycle C

      $47.43

      SKU (ISBN): 9780788023972ISBN10: 0788023977VariousBinding: Trade PaperPublished: January 2006Publisher: CSS Publishing Print On Demand Product

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    • People Who Met Jesus

      $18.68

      In the latest installment of his popular series examining the basics of the Christian faith, Ron Lavin takes another look at the final days of Jesus’ life on earth through the eyes of the people whose lives were changed by their encounters with the Lord. Lavin examines their stories, both familiar and little-known, and highlights how their experiences intersect our lives. By telling the story of Jesus, they point us toward God.

      People Who Met Jesus is an ideal Lenten group study resource — each chapter includes questions for stimulating discussion. It’s also excellent for adult Sunday school or new member classes throughout the year, as well as for sermon preparation or personal meditation.

      Other titles in the Another Look series:
      * I Believe; Help My Unbelief (on the Apostles’ Creed)
      * Stories To Remember (on the Parables of Jesus)
      * Abba (on the Lord’s Prayer)
      * Saving Grace (on the Word and Sacraments)
      * The Big Ten (on the Ten Commandments)

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    • Wounded For Us

      $13.68

      By focusing on the sacrifice Jesus made on our behalf — and powerfully linking it to our lives today — this comprehensive resource offers a compelling approach to observing Lent that truly prepares worshipers to experience Easter’s new hope, new possibilities, and new life. Based on the ancient tradition of the five wounds of Christ, Wounded For Us identifies places where we find ourselves hurting, then connects them to one of the wounds Jesus suffered and explores how Christ’s resurrection offers reconciliation and healing.

      Wounded For Us draws an imaginative analogy between Jesus’ wounds and these areas in our lives where we are wounded:
      * Head (crown of thorns) — our thoughts
      * Side (piercing) — our spirit and emotions
      * Back (scourging) — our hopes and dreams
      * Hands (nails) — our relationships
      * Feet (nails) — our actions

      With sermon and worship material for Ash Wednesday, the Sundays in Lent, Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday, Wounded For Us provides a complete package with everything needed for developing meaningful, thematically unified services throughout the Lenten season. Each sermon suggests an action plan that applies the “cure” of the gospel to our wounds, and reproducible outlines that help the congregation focus on the main themes are also included.

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    • 7 Wonders Of The Faith

      $11.18

      In Seven Wonders Of The Faith, Charles Reeb addresses some of the most burning questions that people in the pews are asking — about issues that often become stumbling blocks to faith. He offers scripture-based answers that will enrich and strengthen the faith of believers while also planting seeds of faith in the hearts of unbelievers. His dynamic messages engage readers and speak to our elemental concerns, inviting us to confront them in an effort to discern a truly mature spirituality. This is an excellent resource for adult Sunday school curriculum, a sermon series, or enlightening personal reading for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of God.

      Chapters include:
      * I Wonder If God Exists
      * I Wonder Why Bad Things Happen To Good People
      * I Wonder Why My Prayers Go Unanswered
      * I Wonder About God’s Will For My Life
      * I Wonder About The Miracles In The Bible
      * I Wonder About The End Of The World
      * I Wonder About Life After Death

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    • Life Everlasting : The Essential Book Of Funeral Resources

      $62.43

      This comprehensive volume is a must-have resource for every pastor. It contains over 100 sample sermons from preachers across the denominational spectrum, plus a vast array of prayers, scripture readings, and other material for planning and conducting meaningful funeral services. A convenient CD with text files for quick tailoring to specific circumstances is also included.

      The sermons cover a wide range of topics, including:
      * honoring the long and fruitful lives of faithful Christians
      * comforting the families and friends of children who left this world too soon
      * dealing with troubling questions about God raised by those who have suffered
      * offering solace to the loved ones of those who have died suddenly and unexpectedly
      * demonstrating how the image of God is present even in difficult and unsavory people
      * celebrating a variety of distinctive “characters”
      * addressing the difficult issues associated with those who have committed suicide
      * witnessing the Christian message of salvation to the unchurched

      Life Everlasting is also packed with other valuable resources:
      * children’s messages that help young people grasp the meaning of death
      * prayers and other liturgical material, including calls to worship and responsive scripture readings
      * an extensive selection of scripture texts, each with brief “sermon starter” ideas
      * lists of appropriate musical repertoire, including hymns, choral music, instrumental music, and music for soloists

      With all this in one volume, Life Everlasting provides a complete set of practical tools for making funerals powerfully effective moments of ministry that reaffirm the central Christian message of Jesus Christ’s victory over death.

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    • Pulpito – (Spanish)

      $23.99

      Only book available that addresses the distinctive issues and character of preacing in Hispanic congregations. The authors discuss important historical, theoretical, and methodological issues in Hispanic homiletics. Includes ten sermons.

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    • Substance Of Faith

      $26.00

      To read The Substance of Faith is once again to experience Clarence Jordan at his best: the flashing witt that could illuminate even as it entertained, the blazing concern that knew how to lay its burden on the heart of even the causual listerner, the biting irony that pierced shame and pretense, the depth of spirit that saw fresh meaning in the most familar passage of Scripture. With in the pages of this book, you’ll discover the basic themes of Clarence Jordan’s life: “Incartational Evangelishm”, the “God Movement” and his prophetic insight into the enemies of authentic faith, such as Mammon. Dallas Lee has brought all this together from what Clarence Jordan siadn in the pulpit, classroom and lecture hall.

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    • Pulpit Science Fiction

      $16.18

      To keep the Christian message relevant in our rapidly changing times, it’s vital that churches come to terms with how modern technology and scientific knowledge have changed the way we understand the world. And because preaching is the church’s primary mode of communication (especially with adults), it offers a significant opportunity to shape how we think about the larger questions of our existence.

      One innovative way for preachers to address these concerns is through popular science fiction. Because many of the genre’s stories deal with the impact of science and technology on individuals and cultures, they often have implicit religious implications. Pulpit Science Fiction is a fascinating collection of creative story sermons that shows how you can use elements drawn from science fiction to boldly proclaim the Christian faith. In addition to 14 imaginative “science fiction parables,” a pair of essays are also included that illustrate how references to science fiction films and stories can be utilized in preaching.

      Story titles include:
      * Improving The Species — Genesis 6:1-4
      * Exiles — Ezekiel 34:11-16, 23-24
      * Time Travel — Mark 1:12-15
      * The Aliens Are Puzzled — John 10:11-16
      * Burying The Seeds — John 12:20-33
      * The Signal — Ephesians 3:7-12
      * erhero: Sort of a Sequel — Hebrews 12:1-2
      …and seven more!

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    • Sermons On The Gospel Readings Series 2 Cycle B

      $46.18

      Packed with inspiring illustrations that enlighten the mind and warm the heart, this complete collection of thoughtful sermons for each Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year is a gold mine of creative preaching ideas — and an invaluable source of insight into faithful Christian living amidst the challenges of today’s secular world. Five outstanding preachers from diverse ministry settings reflect on the events of Jesus’ life and their contemporary meaning in messages based on Gospel passages from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary. Combining a strong foundation in the scriptural text with a deep understanding of vital current issues, these sermons passionately proclaim the Good News while pointing readers toward a strengthened and renewed spiritual relationship with Christ, the rock of our salvation.

      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

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    • Sermons On The First Readings Series 2 Cycle B

      $46.18

      The Old Testament details the epic faith story of ancient people who, just like us today, seek God’s answers to complex problems. Yet because pastors sometimes overlook this rich source of preaching texts, many people in the pews are not as knowledgeable as they could be of the Hebrew scriptures and their profound lessons for modern living. In this inspiring collection of spiritually enlightening messages based on the First Readings from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary, four master preachers demonstrate the continuing relevance of passages from the Old Testament and the Book of Acts. Building on stories in which God moves ordinary people to extraordinary heights, these sermons for each Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year powerfully proclaim timeless themes of justice and righteousness while reminding us that God’s grace is the model for the Christian community’s core values of self-giving love and forgiveness. Each thought-provoking message is filled with compelling stories and illustrations from everyday life, and challenges readers to love and serve the Lord, trusting in divine providence even in the midst of a world that sometimes seems cruel and senseless.

      This essential resource is useful for:
      ? Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts
      ? Preaching illustrations
      ? Understanding scripture passages
      ? Bible study and discussion groups
      ? Personal devotions and inspirational reading

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    • Where Once We Feared Enemies

      $21.18

      Whether we are conscious of it or not, we fear difference. That often unwarranted fear leads us to create enemies in our hearts and minds – and fear was no stranger to Oakhurst Presbyterian Church, as confessed by Pastor Nibs Stroupe: “We have listened to one another’s stories here, and we have discovered that the people we feared, those monsters we thought would destroy us – because of different skin colors, different genders, different sexual orientations, different economic categories – they are really our sisters and brothers, the folks for whom our hearts long.”

      In the 1960s the Oakhurst congregation was 900 members strong, but by the time Nibs Stroupe arrived in 1983, “white flight” had left less than 100 on the church’s dwindling membership rolls. Since then, Oakhurst has undergone an extraordinary transformation, re-inventing itself as a growing community that welcomes everyone. The congregation has attracted national attention for its radically inclusive and egalitarian diversity, which extends beyond racial integration to class, gender, sexual orientation, and theological perspective. How have people from such dissimilar backgrounds come together to create a harmonious and thriving whole? In what biblical vision is it rooted and shaped? By what theological resources is it fed and sustained? The heart of the answer to these questions lies in the exceptional sermons of Nibs Stroupe.

      Growing out of the experience of a multi-cultural congregation in which diversity is both valued and feared, these messages offer an uncompromising prophetic vision of the American church’s identity and mission. Stroupe firmly grounds a liberal social viewpoint within the biblical and theological traditions of the church, and he calls us to hear God’s claim on us in our place and in our time. Underlying his powerful sermons is the fundamental conviction that the barriers which separate us from our neighbors have been brought down in Jesus Christ. Where Once We Feared Enemies will be an indispensable addition to any pastor’s library. It is also inspiring and enlightening reading for anyone interested in the future of the American church, as well as its role in the continuing stories of race relations, civil rights, and peace and justice issues.

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    • To Dream As God Dreams

      $21.95

      Porter Taylor, known for his wonderful preaching, always has something unusual and thoughtful to say. “Forgive us our weeds as we forgive the weediness of others,” he writes in one sermon on the parable of the wheat and the weeds. In another he reflects on why the book of Ecclesiastes shouldn’t be read by anyone who isn’t at least 35. “At their best,” Taylor writes, “sermons are about things that matter.” To Dream as God Dreams is about those things that matter: finding our home in a storm, the roots and wings we need as people of faith, contagious love, and more. These sermons about the importance of community, the need for conversion, and the power of hopefulness make wonderful devotional reading, and are an inspirational source for others who preach.

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    • Awakened To A Calling

      $13.99

      “For anyone responding to a call to the ministry, this book will be an excellent guide.” –Jimmy Carter, Thirty-ninth President of the United States and Nobel Peace Prize Winner

      The Fund for Theological Education (FTE) annually invites our nation’s premier preachers to address a group of young adults who are considering a vocation in pastoral ministry. As part of the FTE’s honoring of their outgoing president, Dr. James Waits, for his remarkable service, they have collected these superb sermons. These eight sermons on vocation offer an important resource for high school and college students making vocational decisions, for older adults considering vocational changes, and for all who teach and mentor in the area of vocational discernment and who help others sort out a commitment to professional ministry.

      The purpose of the Ministry Conference, and the sermons delivered at the event, intersects well with Abingdon’s mission to help form pastors who will serve the church faithfully and effectively. The preachers are highly recognizable and respected individuals who will serve as trusted and wise guides for discerning a ministry vocation. They include Fred Craddock, Walter Brueggemann, Tom Long, Barbara Brown Taylor, and Brad Braxton.

      The volume includes an annotated bibliography of publications on ministry as a vocation, and a foreword by Dr. James T. Laney, former Ambassador to South Korea, President of Emory University, and Dean of Candler School of Theology. He is currently a faculty member of Emory’s Center for Ethics. He chairs the United Board for Christian Higher Education in Asia, is a trustee of the Henry Luce Foundation, and chairs (with Andrew Young) The Faith and The City Program in Atlanta.

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    • Partners In Healing

      $16.18

      Healing is a gift and not a right. The prayer of faith is powerful, but the most faithful prayer of power was that of Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, on the eve of his great ordeal: “Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me; yet, not my will but yours be done” (Luke 22:42). Anointing cannot guarantee healing. If it could it would border on magic, and would imply that we in some way control God’s actions. God is in control of history and healing. It is God who invites us to join into a community of prayer through the ordinance of anointing.
      (excerpt from Partners In Healing)

      Though there are countless instances of anointing in the Bible, it is seldom practiced in many Christian traditions today. But this essential rite reminds us that God is the true source of restoration and healing — and that he is at work in all aspects of our lives. Anointing affirms and symbolizes our partnership with God, and it invites God to be part of the healing process for anyone who is sick physically, emotionally, or spiritually.

      Partners In Healing is a complete guide with all the resources you need to revive this ancient practice as part of a comprehensive ministry of healing. In addition to exploring the biblical and historical background for anointing, you’ll find a wealth of practical, easy-to-use material. There’s an extensive range of services and prayers, as well as sermons you can use to introduce this ministry to congregations unfamiliar with it. Discussion questions and activities are also included, making this an excellent resource for small group study.

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    • Planting Seeds

      $16.18

      Seeing our thoughts and feelings acted out onstage can be a very powerful experience. Because we readily identify with the characters we watch — their hopes and dreams as well as their frustrations and failures — dramatic presentations hold up a mirror that lets us see things about ourselves we often overlook.

      With this compelling anthology of 24 sketches, you can open the eyes of worshipers to God’s truth and grace while planting dynamic seeds of change. Each scene is about five minutes in length and serves not only as a potent visual illustration but also helps congregations receive and retain major themes presented in the sermon. Appropriate for any denomination and audience, these easy-to-stage pieces utilize small casts and can be performed in any setting with minimal costumes and a few simple props, making them accessible to church drama groups of all sizes. In addition to sermon starter sketches, there are dramas appropriate for women’s and men’s retreats plus several monologues.

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    • Sermons On The Second Readings Series 2 Cycle B

      $52.43

      The New Testament epistles are a marvelous guidebook full of practical wisdom on living the Christian faith. Providing much more than just a glimpse of the specific issues facing the early church, the pastoral letters contain a multitude of timeless lessons for contemporary spiritual pilgrims who seek to grow in their daily walk with the Lord. In this extensive anthology of outstanding sermons based on the Second Readings from Cycle B of the Revised Common Lectionary, five distinguished preachers from diverse denominations apply the epistles’ nourishing teachings to today’s complex challenges. With messages for every Sunday and major celebration throughout the entire church year, there’s a wealth of creative ideas and illustrations helpful for preaching, teaching, and meditation. These biblically grounded sermons shine the light of Christ on our often confusing world and proclaim the richness of God’s truth, offering readers comfort and hope while challenging them to a more intense faith relationship with the Almighty.

      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

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    • Seeds Of Heaven

      $22.00

      This wonderful collection of sermons by renowned preacher, author, and speaker Barbara Brown Taylor is based on the Gospel of Matthew. Each of the fifteen sermons, three of them appearing here for the first time in print, is based on a reading from Matthew, including Exceeding Righteousness (Matthew 5:17-20), The Problem with Miracles (14:13-21), Family Fights (18:15-20), Once More from the Heart (18:21-35), Beginning at the End (20:1-16), and On the Clouds of Heaven (24:29-44).

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    • Sermons On The First Readings Series 1 Cycle A

      $46.18

      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

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    • Dancing The Sacraments

      $22.43

      The sacraments of baptism and communion are foundational acts of the Christian faith — in addition to affirming God’s grace, they have the power to transform us in the living presence of the Almighty. Elaine Ward believes that the sacraments also “enable us to become aware of the holy.” Dancing The Sacraments is an extensive collection of 20 complete worship services that will help congregations experience the holiness in these rituals.

      Each thematically unified service provides the framework for a celebration of communion or baptism, and includes:

      * a sermon

      * a children’s message (with brief talking points to reinforce the theme)

      * scripture readings

      * hymns

      * a complete set of prayers

      There’s also original poetry, plus an informative discussion of ways to help children understand the symbolism of the sacraments, including suggestions for specific activities. Renew the power and potency of your baptism and communion services — Dancing The Sacraments gives you a wealth of inventive material for observing them with awe and reverence.

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    • Paradise Restored

      $16.18

      “Children’s time” — a brief lesson specifically targeted for preschool and elementary age youngsters — is an important part of the Sunday morning worship service in many churches today. But many of those who are called upon to provide these lessons feel too intimidated to write their own material. Pastors, children’s ministry leaders, and Sunday school teachers who need fresh, exciting messages that captivate their young people will find that this collection of easy-to-prepare lessons is just what the doctor ordered.

      Geared toward the typical age range of the “children’s time” audience — toddlerhood to age 13 — Ping-Pong Words is a valuable resource for anyone who presents children’s sermons or devotionals. Each of the 31 lessons is scripture-based and runs 3-5 minutes in length, and many include demonstrations using simple visual aids such as ping-pong balls, family pictures, a flashlight, and clothespins to illustrate common precepts in ways that clearly communicate God’s Word to young ears, eyes, and hearts. The lessons are flexible, and can be incorporated into a variety of churches and ecumenical settings. Appropriate for Sunday school, worship services, religious schools and day care programs, Bible clubs, and anywhere else where young people gather to learn about God, this volume is certain to earn a trusted place on the bookshelf.

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    • Heroes Of The Faith Speak

      $16.18

      Learn the fascinating stories of seven historical and biblical personages in this wide-ranging collection of first-person monologue sermons from the pen of popular CSS author Stephen Crotts. Perfect for presentation from the pulpit, these delightfully creative pieces are excellent for varying routine preaching fare or covering pastoral vacations. And the concise biographical portraits also make informative programming for men’s, women’s, or youth groups, as well as inspiring devotional reading.

      Characters profiled include:
      * William Bradford
      * Christopher Columbus
      * Martin Luther
      * Saint Patrick
      * Saint Nicholas
      * Paul
      * The Tenth Leper (from the parable in Luke 17:11-19)

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    • Sermons On The Second Readings Series 1 Cycle C

      $52.43

      Wherever you are in your walk with Christ, this anthology offers practical, scripture-based wisdom as well as delightfully serendipitous surprises on every page. Three outstanding preachers from diverse denominations provide a complete set of sermons for each Sunday and major celebration throughout the Christian year based on the Second Reading from Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary. Weaving together illustrations that enlighten the mind and warm the heart with fresh insight into New Testament epistle texts, these creative messages invite you to experience God’s presence anew. Each biblically grounded sermon draws on a deep understanding of the human condition, reaffirming the hope that is ours through Jesus Christ and challenging you to a more intense faith relationship with the Almighty.

      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 readings

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    • Sermons On The Gospel Readings Series 1 Cycle C

      $48.68

      Full of gripping illustrations that bring the scriptures to life, this anthology of sermons for the entire church year offers readers a treasure trove of spiritual guidance. Five distinguished preachers representing a variety of denominations and ministry settings contribute messages based on gospel texts for each Sunday and major celebration in Cycle C of the Revised Common Lectionary. Their thoughtful meditations proclaim the Good News for today’s world and exemplify the transforming power of God’s Word in our lives. Unforgettable in their power and biblical witness, these sermons provide readers with strength, support, and a Christ-centered vision.

      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 readings

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    • Sermons On The First Readings Series 1 Cycle C

      $53.68

      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 21st 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

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