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Restoration
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The idea of restoration is the main focus of Psalm 126; Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11; Luke 1:47-55; John 1:6-8, 19-28; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24. John van de Laar presents global and local application as well as worship resources.
Psalm 126; Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11; Luke 1:47-55
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Advent, Joy, Restorative Justice, Restoration

Living Water
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Commenting on John 4:5-42, John van de Laar observes that we are to be not only recipients of living waters but givers of it, especially to the poor and marginalized.
John 4:5-42
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Jesus Christ, God, Life, Samaritans

Born from Above
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Reflecting on John 3:1-17, John van de Laar observes that often the way the word "faith" is used is "a shadow of the richness, vitality and challenge of the biblical meaning."
John 3:1-17
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Transfiguration, Faith, New Birth, Politics

Holiness as Compassion and Justice
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This sermon starter by John van de Laar draws on Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18, Psalm 119:33-40, 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23, and Matthew 5:38-48 to argue that holiness is "doing justice, compassion, fairness, non-violence, and generosity."
Psalm 119:33-40; Matthew 5:38-48; Luke 6:36
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Epiphany, Compassion, Justice, Holiness

Sacrifice and Joy
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Reflecting on John 12:1-8, John van de Laar observes that Lent is not only about repentance and sacrifice. We are also invited to "extravagant, celebratory adoration of the Incarnate One."
John 12:1-8
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Lent, Suffering, Salvation, Righteousness

A Committed Community
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Sermon notes and commentary by John van de Laar on Genesis 1:1-5, Psalm 29, Acts 19:1-7, and Mark 1:4-11. Baptism reveals that God isn't separate from humanity, but is in complete and committed solidarity with us.
Genesis 1:1-5; Psalm 29; Mark 1:4-11
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Baptism, Baptism Of Christ, Community, Trinity

Baptized in the Holy Spirit
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Reflecting on Luke 3:15-17, 21-22, John van de Laar says Jesus' baptism is "not just about Jesus." It invites us to be baptized in the Holy Spirit and participate in God's work in the world.
Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
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Baptism, Epiphany, Holy Spirit, Baptism Of Christ

Sacrificial Followers of Christ
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Psalm 40:1-11, Isaiah 49:1-7, John 1:29-42, and 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 call us to follow Christ's sacrificial life. John van de Laar explores ways to obey this call in our everyday life.
Psalm 40:1-11; Isaiah 49:1-7; John 1:29-42
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Sacrifice, Obedience, Discipleship

The Connectedness of All Things
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Sermon notes and commentary by John van de Laar on Acts 2:42-47, Psalm 23, 1 Peter 2:19-25, and John 10:1-10, which illuminate how the Jesus's life is given and received by mutual care, compassion and protection.
Psalm 23; John 10:1-10; 1 Peter 2:19-25
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Easter, Compassion, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Community

Of Our Hands
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Sermon notes and commentary by John van de Laar on Acts 7:55-60; Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16; 1 Peter 2:2-10; and John 14:1-14, passages which offer an assurance that we are partners with God, even in our pain.
Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16; John 14:1-14; Acts 7:55-60
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Easter, Suffering, Faithfulness, Assurance

Drawn into Life
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Sermon notes and commentary by John van de Laar on Acts 2:14, 22-32, Psalm 16, 1 Peter 3:1-9 and John 20:19-31. Each passage offers the assurance that God’s life is available to us now in Christ.
Psalm 16; John 20:19-31; Acts 2:14, 22-32
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Easter, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Assurance, Hope

Becoming Fools for Christ
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For Palm Sunday, John van de Laar explores the theme of "the foolisheness of God's reign" from Mark 11:1-11 and John 12:12-16. This resource also includes links to prayers, hymn suggestions, a liturgy and video suggestions.
Mark 11:1-11; John 12:12-16
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Humility, Palm Sunday, Roman Empire, Fool

Resurrection Now
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Reflecting on the gospel resurrection narratives, John van de Laar emphasizes that Christ's resurrection is about not just a historical event or an expectation for the end of time, but new life available now and forever.
Matthew 28:1-10; John 20:1-18
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Death, Easter, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Life

Using Our Resources Mindfully
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John van de Laar's sermon starter draws on Judges 4:1-7, Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18, Psalm 90:1-12, 123, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, and Matthew 25:14-30 to discuss our call to use our resources to further God's reign.
Psalms 90:1-11; 123; Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18
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Talent, Reign Of God, Kingdom Of God, Stewardship

God's Place and an Important Dualism
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John van de Laar's sermon starter draws on Exodus 33:12-23, Isaiah 45:1-7, Psalm 96:1-13, 99, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, and Matthew 22:15-22 to discuss both God's glory and honor and the importance of separating God and government.
Psalms 96:1-9; 99; Isaiah 45:1-7
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Glory, God's Presence, Caesar, Government

The Good News of Good Friday
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Commentary and sermon notes on Good Friday texts (Psalm 22, Hebrews 10:16-25, and John 18-19) by John van de Laar, who emphasizes the life-giving, death defeating power of Jesus' passion.
Psalm 22; John 18, 19; Hebrews 10:16-25
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Death, Good Friday, Cross, Crucifixion

Protection and Suffering
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John van de Laar's worship resource on Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18; Psalm 27; Luke 13:31-35; and Philippians 3:17-21, 4:1 reflects on the contrasting aspects of faith: blessing and suffering. It includes application ideas and song suggestions.
Genesis 15:1-12, 17-18; Psalm 27; Luke 13:31-35
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Blessing, Faith, God's Mercy, Suffering

More Than Dust
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John van de Laar reflects on the meaning of Ash Wednesday, reminding us that we are "sinners in need of a savior" (Psalm 51; Isaiah 58:1-12; Joel 2:1-2, 12-17; Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21; and 2 Corinthians 5:20).
Psalm 51; Isaiah 58:1-12; Joel 2:1-2, 12-17
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Ash Wednesday, Repentance, God's Mercy, Children Of God

God's Love Knows No Bounds
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John van de Laar's reflection on 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27; Psalm 30,130; Lamentations 3:21-33; 2 Corinthians 8:7-15, and Mark 5:21-43 shows how God's love is characterized by compassion and generosity even in the face of grief.
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Grace, Grief, God's Love, Compassion

The Accessibility of the Human Christ
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John van de Laar's sermon starter on 1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26, Psalm 148, Colossians 3:12-17, and Luke 2:41-52 connects the humanity of Christ to our responsibility to adopt Christ's embodied standards on social justice.
1 Samuel 2:18-20, 26; Psalm 148; Luke 2:41-52
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Christmas, Jesus Christ's Humanity, Social Justice, Incarnation
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