Resources on David J Lose

David J Lose | Working Preacher

David Lose's commentary on Luke 14:1-14 explores Jesus' proclamation that in the Kingdom of God there are no "pecking orders." This throws us into radical dependence on God’s grace and God’s grace alone.

Luke 14:1-14

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Death, Kingdom Of God, Differing Abilities, Commentary

The Road to Jerusalem Starts Here

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This commentary on Luke 9:51-62 argues that if the pastor shows passion for God and for seeking the lost, people will notice and "catch the passion."

Luke 9:51-62

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Passion, Congregational Flourishing, Kingdom Of God, Commentary

If It's Not Hard to Believe, You're Probably Not Paying Attention!

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

In this commentary and sermon starter for Luke 24:13-35, David Lose explores how unbelievable the resurrection story actually is, and how acknowledging this will increase our gratitude for Christ all the more.

Luke 24:13-35

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Faith, Resurrection, Unbelief, Commentary

Your Most Important Sermon

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Article about Preaching

A Labor Day sermon on Luke 14:25-33 may be the most important sermon you ever preach. Taking up our cross, writes David Lose, means having our life shaped by our commitment to the crucified messiah—anywhere, anytime.

Luke 14:25-33

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Daily Living, Commentary, God's Will, Cross

Why Jesus Died...And Why We'd Probably Kill Him Again

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

In this sermon starter for Luke 7:36-50, David Lose reflects on the sinful woman, the reaction of Simon the Pharisee, and the role of our personal sins in the death and life of Christ.

Luke 7:36-50

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Guilt, Sin, Sacrifice, Commentary

Following and Believing

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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This sermon starter and commentary for John 10:22-30 argues that the teaching about the sheep recognizing Jesus' voice is a challenge to follow Jesus in a tangible way.

John 10:22-30

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Sheep, Voice, Names, Commentary

Who Is My Neighbor?

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This commentary for Luke 10:25-37 argues that the meaning of the Parable of the Good Samaritan goes deeper than "love thy neighbor" and invites us to wonder who we see as neighbor and who we overlook.

Luke 10:25-37

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Parables, Compassion, Love Your Neighbor, Neighbor

The Relational God

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This commentary of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:21-37) argues that God isn't interested in us keeping the law for the law's sake, but rather God cares about us keeping the law for our sake.

Matthew 5:21-37

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Sermon On The Mount, Law, Law Of Moses, Goodness

A More Important Question

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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This sermon starter and commentary on Luke 22-23 argues that while we can never fully comprehend the “why” of God’s unfathomable commitment to us, we can know that it's a reflection of God's equally unfathomable love.

Luke 22, 23

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Atonement, Holy Week, Commentary, God's Love

The Good Samaritan

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This commentary on the Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) argues that while this parable is often interpreted in a moralistic way, its true focus is about receiving new vision through faith.

Luke 10:25-37

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Parables, Hardheartedness, Good Works, Moral Theology

The Power of Names

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

In this commentary on Genesis 32:22-31, the renaming of Jacob invites Christians to discard the names they use for themselves and instead come and be reminded of their true name and new identity in Christ.

Genesis 32:22-31

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Name, New Life, Identity, Commentary

God's Forgiveness

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This podcast is a commentary on Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32; Joshua 5:9-12; Psalm 32; and 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 exploring how the lost sons remind us of God's forgiveness.

Joshua 5:9-12; Psalm 32 Luke 15:1-3, 11-32

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Lent, Forgiveness, Lectionary, God's Love

Search Results for "David J Lose" on Hymnary.org

The Moon And Stars Shall Lose Their LightPD
As comes the breath of springPD
Come, Let Our Voices Join to RaisePD
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Preaching Christmas

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This podcast is a commentary on Luke 2:1-7, 8-20, Isaiah 62:6-12, and Titus 3:4-7 that discusses how to preach the Christmas narrative without losing the surprise of the Incarnation.

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Christmas, Nativity, Lectionary, Commentary

Jesus, Samuel, Identity

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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This podcast commentary explores Jesus' development (Luke 2:41-52), the early life of Samuel (1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26), and Christian identity (Psalm 148; Colossians 3:12-17).

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Christmas, Lectionary, Commentary, Identity

Faith and Promise

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

A podcast commentary on Mark 5:21-43; Lamentations 3:22-33; Psalm 30; and 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 exploring how themes of faith and promise connect two of Jesus' miraculous healings.

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Faith, Healing, Promises, Commentary

God's Favor

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This podcast is a commentary that explores the themes of God's favor (Luke 3:15-17, 21-22), conversion (Acts 8:14-17), and God's love (Isaiah 43:1-7; Psalm 29).

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Lectionary, Conversion, God's Love, Commentary

Hard Choices

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

A podcast commentary on Luke 9:51-62; 1 Kings 19:15-16, 19-21; 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14; Psalm 16; and Galatians 5:1, 13-25 exploring how hard choices are a part of obedience.

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Discipleship, Commentary, Lectionary, Call Of God

The Nativity

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This podcast is a commentary on John 1:1-9, 10-18, Jeremiah 31:7-14, Psalm 147:12-20, and Ephesians 1:3-14 that discusses how the Nativity changes the reality of daily life.

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Christmas, Nativity, Lectionary, Commentary

Grace in the Mess

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This podcast is a commentary on Luke 8:26-39; Isaiah 65:1-9; 1 Kings 19:1-15a; Psalm 22:19-28; and Galatians 3:23-29 exploring grace in the messiness of receiving a new identity.

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Grace, Identity, Commentary, Lectionary

The Gospel and Love

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

This podcast is a commentary on Luke 4:21-30; Jeremiah 1:4-10; Psalm 71:1-6; and 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 exploring the provocative nature of the gospel and the polemic of love.

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Lectionary, Epiphany, Commentary, Calling