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We Are All Debtors
Augustine of Hippo | The Sunday Website
Book Quote, Sermon Preparation or Illustration
In this commentary on Matthew 18:21-35, Augustine observes that we are all beggars before God when we pray. We cannot treat others differently from how we want God to treat us.
Matthew 18:21-35
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Forgiveness, Sin, Prayer, Mercy

Early Christian Prayer
Columba | Faith and Worship
Prayer
John Birch offers a collection of prayers from the early Christian Church. "Look upon us, O Lord, and let all the darkness of our souls vanish before the beams of thy brightness."
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Peace (spiritual), God's Love, Holy Spirit, Glory

Don't Give Up For Lent
Fra Angelico | Patheos - Catholicism
Book Quote and 3 more types
This post by Artur Rosman describes Lent as a time for giving up on ourselves and our own efforts so that we can throw ourselves onto the mercy of God. Includes several book quotations.
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Mercy, God's Presence, Lent, Submission

Liberation and Grace
Bernard of Clairvaux | Patheos - Catholicism
Book Quote, Article about Theology
In this brief reflection, William Hemsworth compiles his own thoughts on sin, grace, and liberation with quotes from other authors and saints.
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Grace, Sin, Freedom, God's Deliverance

Praying and Forgiving During Lent
Augustine of Hippo | Patheos - Catholicism
Scripture Meditation or Sermon, Book Quote
This reflection on the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:7-15) by William Hemsworth emphasizes Jesus' call to share the forgiveness we've received from God with others. Includes quotations from saints about forgiveness.
Matthew 6:7-15
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Lord's Prayer, Forgiveness, Mercy

Baptismal Bees
Augustine of Hippo | The Living Church
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
Drawing on Acts 3:12-19 and 1 John 3:1-7, this sermon starter emphasizes that baptized believers are beloved sons and daughters of God, "grafted into the life of the risen Son."
Acts 3:12-19; 1 John 3:1-7
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Healing, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Mercy, Baptism

Sermon Quotes on Mercy
W H Auden | The Pastor's Workshop Requires paid account
Book Quote
Several quotes about various aspects of mercy: recognizing brokenness, receiving mercy, offering mercy, and living in gratitude for mercy.
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Mercy, Gratitude, Sin, Trust

Emptiness and Abundance
Augustine of Hippo | Commonweal Requires paid account
Scripture Meditation or Sermon
An excerpt from a sermon by Augustine of Hippo (354-430), who reflects on the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3–12) and their promise that God will fill those who empty themselves for others.
Matthew 5:3-12
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Mercy, Beatitudes, Sacrifice, Reward

A Communion of Sinners & Saints
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Article about Theology
Jerry Ryan reflects on the communion of saints. "We are first of all a communion of sinners." In receiving God's forgiveness we become more merciful.
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Sin, Mercy, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Mystery

Christ in Us, We in Christ, Singing
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Book Quote
In this reflection on Psalm 100, Augustine writes, "We belong to Christ, and because we are his members and his body...Let us sing, then: 'I will sing to you of mercy and judgment, O Lord.'”
Psalm 100
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Mercy, Judgment, Singing, Congregational Singing

Search Results for "Augustine of Hippo" on Hymnary.org

Jerusalem, My Happy HomePD
Augustine of Hippo (August 28 or May 5)PD
Ah, holy Jesu, how hast thou offendedPD
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Pity and the pitiful
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Book Quote
Joseph Komonchak quotes Augustine's discourse on Jesus' encounter with the woman caught in adultery (John 8:3-11). Augustine notes the mercy, justice, righteousness, and forgiveness in Jesus' response.
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Promises, Sin, Justice, Law

Eternal joy
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Book Quote
Joseph A. Komonchak offers a quote from Augustine about eternal joy.
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Joy, Mercy, Truth, Wisdom

What greater pity?
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Book Quote
"What greater pity could be shown to the piteous than the mercy that brought the creator of heaven down from heaven." An excerpt from Augustine's third lenten sermon.
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Mercy, Pity, Lent, Saint Augustine Of Hippo

Seeking Because Found
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Book Quote
A quote from Augustine about seeking and finding.
Luke 15
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Mercy, Seeking God, Lost Sheep, Parables

Re-Carve Your Spirit
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Book Quote
This excerpt from St. Augustine (354-430 AD) explores Psalm 6:4-5; Hosea 6:3; and Zechariah 1:3 to reflect on turning to God.
Psalm 6:4-5; Hosea 6:3; Zechariah 1:3
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Repentance, Mercy, Salvation

Greater grace, greater praise
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Book Quote
A quote from Augustine on the praise of God for wondrous deeds, particularly God's grace and mercy in redeeming sinners and changing their lives.
Psalm 89:6
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Grace, Praise, Mercy, God

Greater grace, greater praise
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Book Quote
A quote from Augustine urging praise to God for grace and mercy in justifying the wicked and transforming the lives of those enslaved by sin.
Psalm 89:6
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Grace, Praise, Mercy, Heaven