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Crisis and Repentance

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

This podcast considers texts for Ash Wednesday, suggesting the penitential prayer of repentance from Psalm 51:1-17 and the communal crisis from Joel 2:1-2,12-17, as key preaching themes.

Psalm 51:1-17; Joel 2:1-2, 12-17

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Ash Wednesday, Community, Repentance

Authority Issues

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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Reflecting on Matthew 21:23-32; Mark 11:27-33; Luke 20:1-8, and Philippians 2:1-13, Karoline M. Lewis discusses the definition and basis of authority and the importance of being of the same mind as Christ.

Matthew 21:23-32; Mark 11:27-33; Luke 20:1-8

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Community, Humility, Jerusalem, Jesus Christ's Authority

Baptism of Our Lord

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

In this podcast Matthew L. Skinner, Karoline M. Lewis, Rolf Jacobson, and Joy J. Moore discuss preaching possibilities for Isaiah 42:1-9; Matthew 3:13-17; and Acts 10:34-43, focusing on the meaning of Jesus' baptism.

Isaiah 42:1-9; Matthew 3:13-17; Acts 10:34-43

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Baptism Of Christ, Community, Faith, Identity

Holding on to Advent

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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In this Advent reflection on Matthew 1:18-25, Karoline M. Lewis observes that Emmanuel means "God is with US," not "God is with YOU," and emphasizes that "community is not only our necessity but also our responsibility."

Matthew 1:18-25

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Advent, Community, Emmanuel, God's Presence

On Hard Yokes and Heavy Burdens

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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In this sermon resource, Karoline Lewis reflects on Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30. Being yoked to Jesus does not mean escaping from life's burdens, but bearing them with Jesus who is pulling the burden with us.

Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30

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Burden, Community, Discipleship

A Different Kind of Denial

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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What did Jesus mean when he said, “Deny yourself and take up your cross”? Karoline Lewis wrestles with the text Mark 8:31-38 and takes a new look at the meaning of the cross in this article.

Mark 8:31-38

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Lent, Crucifixion, Community, Self-denial

The Risky Business of Bearing Fruit

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

How can we bear fruit? The bearing of fruit depends on dependence, says Karoline Lewis in this reflection on John 15:1-8.

John 15:1-8

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Fruit Of The Spirit, Maturity, Spirituality, Sanctification

Community and Connections

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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This article speaks on the importance of preachers having communities and connections because these people will keep you from "slipping away" and keep you from "fakeness."

Matthew 18:15-20

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Truth, Pastoral Leadership, Community, Calling/vocation

Paul as Pastor

Karoline M Lewis | Enter the Bible

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

In this short video, Karoline Lewis provides insight on the Apostle Paul as a pastor who cares deeply about communities of faith that are experiencing transition and conflict.

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Paul/saul, Pastor, Community

You Are All My Beloved

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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Karoline Lewis offers commentary on Matthew 3:13-17, reflecting on Jesus' baptism in relation to the wilderness (Matthew 4:1). "With baptism comes wilderness," says Lewis. But we are never there alone. "Baptism propels us into community."

Matthew 3:13-17, 4:1

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Baptism, Community, Justice, Promises

A Truth-Telling Advent

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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A commentary on Mark 1:1-8 reflecting on the prophetic call of truth-telling, especially in light of race relationships as highlighted by the events in Ferguson, Missouri.

Mark 1:1-8

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Advent, Racism, Pastoral Leadership, Community

What Do You Lack?

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Karoline Lewis shares that Mark 10:17-31 is an insistence that wealth without a commitment to connection, looking beyond one's self, will pull us away from the relationship that Jesus wants for us.

Mark 10:17-31

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Community, Money, Relationship, Selfishness

Body Zeal

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Karoline Lewis offers a sermon on John 2:13-22 for Lent, saying this passage preaches the truth that "the Word made flesh, is now ours to embody."

John 2:13-22

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Body, Body And Blood Of Christ, Community, Discrimination

The Thing You Lack

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

Sermon Preparation or Illustration, Song or Hymn

Karoline Lewis offers commentary on Mark 10:17-31, calling attention to the fact that "lack" is not only about the absence of wealth. Lack, says Lewis, is what "prevents you from a full expression of faith."

Mark 10:17-31

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Abundance, Community, Discipleship, Self-examination

Sowing and Growing

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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In this podcast, Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner offer several different angles for preaching the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23). (Length: 33:46)

Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

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Community, Parables, Persecution

Greater than Moses and David

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

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Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner explore loving neighbor from Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18, David’s son from Matthew 22:34-46, Moses from Deuteronomy 34:1-12, the Messiah from Psalm 1, and nurturing from 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8. (Length: 23:16)

Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18; Deuteronomy 34; Psalm 1

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Community, Holiness, Justice, Love For Others

Updating the Law

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

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In this podcast, Matthew Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Rolf Jacobson explore Jesus' interpretation of law (Matthew 5:38-48), loving one's neighbor (Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18), and the community as God's temple (1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 16-23). (Length: 22:52)

Leviticus 19:1-2, 9-18; Matthew 5:38-48; 1 Corinthians 3:10-11 (+ more)

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Community, Law, Love, Shame

Discipleship, Community, and Comfort

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

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In this podcast, Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner discuss discipleship from Mark 10:46-52, community from Jeremiah 31:7-9, comfort from Job 42:1-17, restoration from Psalm 126, and intercession from Hebrews 7:23-28. (Length: 33:05)

Job 42; Psalm 126; Jeremiah 31:7-9

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Comfort, Community, Differing Abilities, Discipleship

Prayers Needed

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this commentary on John 17:6-19, Karoline Lewis attests to the power and comfort of praying for one another, pointing out that in this passage we get to "overhear Jesus praying" for us.

John 17:6-19

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Comfort, Community, Intercessory Prayer, Relationship

Christmas For All

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

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This podcast featuring Matt Skinner, Rolf Jacobson, and Karoline Lewis discusses Psalm 146:5-10; Isaiah 35; Matthew 11:2-11; and James 5:7-10, and how Christmas is not just about celebrating with loved ones but for the wider community....

Psalm 146:5-10; Isaiah 35; Matthew 11:2-11

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Advent, Christmas, Community, John The Baptist