Resources on Scott Hoezee

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

In this commentary on Psalm 37:1-9, Scott Hoezee shares that "the allures of what’s easy and apparently profitable lead to at best short-term gain but long-term ruin." Sermon illustration idea included.

Psalm 37:1-9

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Faithfulness, Justice, Righteousness, Temptation

A King for the Oppressed

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Scott Hoezee's commentary on Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 points to Jesus being the perfect king that is able to keep the "invisible members of society" in focus. A sermon illustration idea is included.

Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19

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Justice, Kingly Office Of Christ, Poor, Care Of, Preferential Option

The Fruit God Wants

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Scott Hoezee's commentary on Isaiah 5:1-7 highlights justice, with "economic and human rights implications," as the fruit that God desires and is bringing about through Jesus, the "true vine" (John 15:1-17). Sermon illustration idea included.

Isaiah 5:1-7; John 15:1-17

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Care Of The Poor By The Church, Fruit, Justice, Marginalization

Who Has the Image of God?

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Scott Hoezee suggests preaching Jesus’ parable in Matthew 25:31-46 as a call to justice, challenging Christians to treat all people as deserving simply because they are made in the image of God. Includes illustration idea.

Matthew 25:31-46

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Parables, Image Of God, Justice, Charity

Your Will Be Done

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Scott Hoezee offers commentary on Psalm 82, considering how the "gods" referenced in the psalm may be those in power who fail to uphold God's law. A sermon illustration idea is included.

Psalm 82

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Care Of The Poor By The Church, Idolatry, Justice, Law Of God

The Wicked and God's Righteousness

Scott Hoezee | The Twelve

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

When we are angry, spiteful, hateful, we do not have to hide that from God. Scott Hoezee reflects on the Psalms, reminding us that lament comes from strong faith. (Length: 03:55)

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God's Will, Imprecation, Justice, Psalms

Justice and Wholeness

Scott Hoezee | Calvin Institute of Christian Worship

Article about Preaching

In this audio workshop, Scott Hoezee summarizes key characteristics of Luke’s gospel and highlight preaching ideas and strategies for conveying Luke’s liberating message of salvation and celebration. (Length: 59:58)

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Preaching, Justice, Luke

Justice, Lament, and Flourishing

Scott Hoezee | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Recognizing and acknowledging injustice is the first step in toward making justice a reality. But then what? This radio episode looks to scripture to answer this question.

Exodus 20:8-11; Luke 18:1-8

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Justice, Injustice, Lamentations, Of Prayer

The Servant of the Lord

Scott Hoezee | Groundwork

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Isaiah 42 introduces us to "the servant of the Lord," in whom we discover a clear link between the Old and New Testaments as well as the link between God’s chosen people and his mission.

Isaiah 42

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Servant, Prophecy, Missions, Justice

A Terrible Song

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

In this commentary on Luke 1:46b-55, Scott Hoezee reflects on the subversive, political nature of Mary's Song and affirms how this is what Jesus’ coming kingdom is going to look like. Sermon illustration idea included.

Luke 1:46-55

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Advent, Justice, Kingdom Of God, Magnificat

The Song of a Vine

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Commentary by Scott Hoezee on Isaiah 5:1-7: The song of the vineyard condemns Israel for oppressing the marginalized, ignoring God's call for justice and righteousness that applies no less to Christians than it did to Israel.

Isaiah 5:1-7; John 15:1-5

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Selfishness, Justice, Oppression, Righteousness

Justice and Righteousness

Scott Hoezee | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Studying the relationship between justice and righteousness helps us better understand how to live as followers of Jesus. Tune in to this radio episode to study Micah 6:8 and Romans 3:21-22 and understand why.

Micah 6:8; Romans 3:21-22

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Justice, Righteousness, Evil, God

No Worship Is Good Without Justice

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

In this commentary on Isaiah 1:1, 10-20, Scott Hoezee shares that "God would rather be ignored than praised by people whose lives are at variance with his core holiness and goodness." Sermon illustration idea included.

Isaiah 1:1, 10-20

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Discipleship, Hypocrisy, Justice, Poor, Care Of

Justice, Heroes, and Jesus

Kristen Deede Johnson | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

Tune into this radio episode about how our call to justice as believers stems from God's own character, and how we find encouragement through scriptures that highlight Christ's role as prophet, priest, and king.

Isaiah 1:11-17; Matthew 5:1-12 Ephesians 1:18-23

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Justice, Injustice, Passion, God

Vision of Shalom

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

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In this commentary on Isaiah 11:1-10, Scott Hoezee highlights that the coming of God’s Chosen Messiah involves righteousness for the poor and needy, and shalom even in the animal kingdom. Sermon illustration idea included.

Isaiah 11:1-10

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Justice, Kingdom Of God, Poor, Righteousness

God's Church Seeks Justice

Kristen Deede Johnson | Groundwork

Article about Scripture

What is the role of the Church in seeking justice? Tune in to this radio episode and study John 1:5, Acts 6:1-7, and Galatians 6:9-10 to learn what it means to seek biblical justice.

John 1:5; Acts 6:1-7 Galatians 6:9-10

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Justice, Church, Call, Balance

Ezekiel Points to Jesus as Shepherd

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

A sermon starter and illustration for Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 by Scott Hoezee. Ezekiel's prophecy portrays God as a shepherd who pursues justice and cares tenderly for the weak, the injured, the lost, the scattered, the undernourished.

Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24

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Sheep, Justice, Reign Of Christ, Good Shepherd

Almighty God and the Servant

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

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In this commentary on the "Servant Song" in Isaiah 42:1-9, Scott Hoezee highlights how "all the majesty of Almighty God gets channeled down to the ground floor of life [in Christ]." Sermon illustration idea included.

Isaiah 42:1-9

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Baptism Of Christ, Justice, Righteousness, Servant Of Yahweh

Two-Edge Sword

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this commentary on Isaiah 7:10-16, Scott Hoezee considers how the concept of Immanuel is a "two-edged sword." "God with us" is comforting, but demands change and surprise. A sermon illustration idea is included.

Isaiah 7:10-16

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Advent, Change, God's Presence, Immanuel

Complete Justice

Scott Hoezee | Center for Excellence in Preaching

Sermon Preparation or Illustration

Commentary by Scott Hoezee on Revelation 21:1-6, which offers a complete picture of God's renewal of all things, which also requires judgment against all that is unrighteous and evil.

Revelation 21:1-6

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Eschatology, Heaven, Justice, Creation