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David J Lose | A Sermon for Every Sunday

In this video, David J. Lose preaches a stewardship sermon from Mark 10:17-31. He explores the question of why people allow their possessions to possess them. (Length: 11:31)

Mark 10:17-31

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Stewardship, Greed, Discipleship

Get Off the Couch and Into the Game!

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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David Lose unpacks power dynamics of the burning bush episode, pointing out that God doesn’t reveal the divine character in a name, but by inviting Moses into a lifelong active relationship.

Exodus 3

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Burning Bush, Yahweh, Moses, Discipleship

Beyond Righteousness

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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This sermon starter by David Lose on Luke 18:9-14 focuses the preacher's attention on challenging parishioners to make the move from righteousness to genuine relationship with Jesus.

Luke 18:9-14

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Humility, Righteousness, Relationship, Discipleship

Fishers of People

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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In this sermon starter on Matthew 4:12-23, David Lose explores how Jesus called the first disciples into relationships and what it means to be fishers of people.

Matthew 4:12-23

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Calling/vocation, Relationship, Discipleship

Reclaiming the Great Commission

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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In this sermon starter for Matthew 28:16-20, David Lose casts a compelling vision of preaching as a space wherein preachers rehearse and model the skills necessary for their congregations to live out the Great Commission.

Matthew 28:16-20

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Evangelism, Guilt, Discipleship, Preaching

“Even”!

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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David Lose reflects on the word "even" in Matthew 10:40-42 and reminds us that in the kingdom of God, there is no small gesture when it is done in faith.

Matthew 10:40-42

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Promises, Discipleship, Generosity, Kindness

Understood, Accepted, and Loved

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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David Lose's commentary on Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 asserts that we cannot remain unchanged when we follow Jesus. But, if we acknowledge our need for change, Jesus offers a place to be understood, known, and accepted.

Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30

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Change, Acceptance, Belonging, Discipleship

Questions about Discipleship

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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In this sermon starter for John 12:1-8, David Lose asks about discipleship as he digs deeper into this familiar text of Mary's lavish devotion.

John 12:1-8

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Lent, Discipleship, Mary Magdalene

The Ongoing Mission of the 70

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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Based on Jesus sending out seventy disciples two by two in Luke 10:1-11, 16-20, David Lose offers some insights and observations about ministry and discipleship.

Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

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Mission, Ministry, Discipleship

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, God's Will, Cross, Discipleship

Independence & Interdependence

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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Reflecting on Mark 6:1-13, David Lose writes that discipleship, as it turns out, is not just about learning from and following another, but also taking on the role and authority of the one you follow.

Mark 6:1-13

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Church, Community, Discipleship, Kingdom Of God

Preaching the Good Shepherd to Biblically Illiterate Sheep

David J Lose | Working Preacher

Article about Preaching

Focusing on John 10:1-10, these reflections by David Lose explore some of the challenges of preaching toward audiences whose only exposure to the biblical narrative is through weekly sermons.

John 10:1-10

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Preaching, Lectionary, Jesus Christ The Good Shepherd, Catechesis

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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Following Jesus Today

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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Reflecting on Mark 1:14-20, David Lose writes that Mark’s message was about following Jesus in particular and distinct ways that may or may not be like the first disciples, to live like Jesus, our new identity.

Mark 1:14-20

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Christianity, Identity, Discipleship, Faith

Witnesses

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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In this sermon starter for Luke 24:36-49, David Lose says that the heart of the Resurrection appearances is the call Jesus makes to his disciples to be witnesses; the same call is made to us today.

Luke 24:36-49

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Discipleship, Evangelism, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Witness

Come Alongside, Holy Spirit!

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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Reflecting on Acts 2:1-21 and the Holy Spirit, David Lose writes that the Holy Spirit's job is not to make us feel better, but is as much an agitator as advocate, as much provocateur as comforter.

Acts 2:1-21

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Pentecost, Holy Spirit, Congregation, Discipleship

Ordinary Saints

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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This reflection discusses Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 as a way to address sin, and James 1:17-27 as an invitation for us to see our daily lives as a place for worship, generosity, and Christian discipleship.

Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23; James 1:17-27

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Generosity, Sin, Worship, Discipleship

Self-denial and Cross-bearing

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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Reflecting on Mark 8:27-38, David Lose writes that self-denial and cross-bearing are not about being less happy but about discovering the real and abundant life that comes in and through sacrificial love in service to another.

Mark 8:27-38

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Discipleship, Christianity, Self-denial

The Cost of Discipleship

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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In a world where dedication to church life seems to be fading, can we speak about the cost of discipleship and about a sacrificial church life and the character of a Christian life? (Matthew 16:21-28)

Matthew 16:21-28

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Obedience, Sacrifice, Culture, Busyness

Pursuing a Faith That Matters

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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Reflecting on Luke 12:49-56, David Lose writes that following Jesus meant not merely adopting new beliefs, but a new way of living. What if faith wasn’t about guaranteeing future but an invitation to live differently now?

Luke 12:49-56

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Faith, Discipleship, Christianity, Church

Everyday Faith

David J Lose | Working Preacher

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Faith does not have to be heroic to be effective. Christ's followers demonstrate their faithfulness, and honor God, by doing what needs to be done right in front of them.

Luke 17:5-10

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Faith, Discipleship, Courage, Faithfulness