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Stumbling Blocks
Karoline M Lewis | The Christian Century
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
Karoline Lewis' reflection on Mark 9:38-50 points out our tendency to place stumbling blocks in the way of others and ourselves. Staying focused on Jesus diminishes the effects of those stumbling blocks.
Mark 9:38-50
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Gospel, Sin
When Tears Are Wiped Away
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
Reflecting on Psalm 34:1-10; Matthew 5:1-12; 1 John 3:1-3; and Revelation 7:9-17 for All Saints' Day, Karoline Lewis suggests preaching on the passage that speaks to your congregation on this day of remembering and grieving.
Revelation 7:9-17
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All Saints' Day, Grief, Hope, Compassion
Kangaroo care
Karoline M Lewis | The Christian Century
Article about Scripture
In this reflection on John 1:18, Karoline Lewis recalls giving "kangaroo care" to her son who was born prematurely and reflects on the deep intimacy we have with God through Jesus.
John 1:18
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God, Resurrection, Relationship, Care
Joyful Sadness
Karoline M Lewis | A Sermon for Every Sunday
Scripture Meditation or Sermon
Karoline Lewis preaches on prayer from John 17:6-19, in a sermon titled "Joyful Sadness."
John 17:6-19
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Prayer, Joy, Sorrow, Grace
A Generous Forgiveness
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
This article by Karoline Lewis focuses in on the forgiveness theme for working preachers. Forgiveness is revealed to be a good idea for relationships but also "a theological necessity."
Matthew 18:21-35
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Forgiveness, Ordinary Time, Exegesis, Sermon
Boundless Discipleship
Karoline M Lewis | The Christian Century
Sermon Preparation or Illustration, Scripture Meditation or Sermon
Setting the pericope in its broader context, Karoline Lewis argues that Jesus’s interaction with the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15:10-28 is actually about redefining defilement and purity.
Matthew 15:10-28
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Discipleship, Purity
On Being Restored to Yourself
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
In this reflection on Mark 1:29-39, Karoline Lewis notes how God restores us to who we are from who we pretend to be; from the brinks of our lives, from despair, disease, and desperation, to live....
Mark 1:29-39
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Epiphany, Lectionary, Identity, Attributes Of God
How is the Bible Organized?
Karoline M Lewis | Enter the Bible
Article
In this article, Karoline Lewis explains the organization of the Protestant, Roman Catholic, and Jewish Scriptures.
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Bible
A Moment of Decision
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
Katherine Lewis, in her commentary on John 12:20-33, explores the significance of Jesus’ last public words in the Gospel of John by highlighting discipleship, the words from heaven, and a word of judgment.
John 12:20-33
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Crucifixion, Resurrection, Gospel, John
Theology and Vulnerability
Karoline M Lewis | Ministry Matters
Article about Preaching
Exploring why we fear rejection from sharing our theologies, this book excerpt from Karoline Lewis' "She: Five Keys to Unlock the Power of Women in Ministry" encourages leaders to challenge the status quo by speaking truthfully.
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Truthfulness, Vulnerability
Preaching the Bible and the News
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Article about Preaching
Preaching is and should be different than an evening newscast. This article for preachers by Karoline Lewis explores the challenges and opportunities of preaching about current events.
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Pastoral Leadership, Preaching, Leading Worship, Sermon
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, Pastor, Community
What Does Grace Mean?
Karoline M Lewis | Enter the Bible
Article about Scripture
What does "grace" mean? Karoline Lewis' 2 minute video talks about this much-used term. Though "grace" is used four times in the first chapter of John, the rest of the Gospel demonstrates what grace looks like.
John 1
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Grace, John
Epiphany Expectations
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
Reflecting on John 1:43-51, Karoline Lewis suggests that the moments of revelation in which we find Jesus are also when we find ourselves. Our self-perception necessarily changes.
John 1:43-51
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Epiphany, Lectionary, Identity, God's Presence
Just Praise
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
For preaching the first Sunday after Christmas, Karoline Lewis says we need Anna and Simeon (Luke 2:22-40) to help us praise God in responding to God's presence and resisting evil.
Luke 2:22-40
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Christmas, Praise, God's Presence, Evil
When a Miracle is More Than a Miracle
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
This resource from Karoline Lewis examines Matthew 14:13-21. It explores themes of miracles, discipleship, and salvation.
Matthew 14:13-21
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Miracles Of Jesus, God's Provision, Discipleship, Miracle
Advent on the Mind
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
This reflection by Karoline Lewis challenges readers to approach Advent not as a time to look forward to something, but as a time to be attentive to God's presence in the world in the present.
Psalm 80:1-7, 19; Isaiah 64:1 Mark 13:24-37
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Advent, Awareness Of God, Incarnation, God's Presence
Bread of the Preaching Life
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
In this commentary, Karoline Lewis highlights how Jesus feeding the five thousand in John 6:1-5 is unpacked by what it means that Jesus himself is the bread of life in John 6:25-59.
John 6:1-15, 25-59
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Preaching, Jesus, John, Bread
Spirit Feelings
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
In this article, Karoline Lewis reflects on sensing the movement of the Holy Spirit and how it relates to the sermon writing process.
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Sermon, Holy Spirit, Preaching, Pentecost
What's So Good About A Shepherd?
Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
What makes Jesus the good shepherd? Karoline Lewis shares her insights on John 10:11-18, cautioning the preacher from settling for easy dichotomies between "good" and "bad."
John 10:11-18
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Jesus, John, Preaching, Sermon
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