Resources on pentecost

Pentecost, Peace, Jesus, Kingdom Of God

“A new Pentecost”

Edgardo Antonio Colon-Emeric | Christian History

Article about Church History

Edgardo Colón-Emeric provides a summary account of the emergence of liberation theology in Latin America, beginning with the Council of Latin American Catholic Bishops conference in Medellin, Colombia, in 1968.

Liberation Theology, Bishop, Catholic, Politics

Peter's Christological Lens of the Old Testament

Scott Shauf | Working Preacher

Discussing Peter's interpretation of Psalm 16:10 in his Pentecost sermon, Scott Shauf's commentary on Acts 2:14a, 22-32 explains the importance of applying a Christological lens to Old Testament scriptures to contextualize Jesus' work in God's plan.

Psalm 16:10; Acts 2:14, 22-32

Pentecost, Death, Jesus, Resurrection

True Confessions

Scott Black Johnston | Day1

In his sermon on John 4:5-30 for the Day of Pentecost, Scott Johnston uses the story of the Samaritan woman by the well to show how Jesus is present in all places and with all people.

John 4:5-30

Work Of Jesus Christ, Sermon, God's Presence, Jesus

In Which We Begin Again

Jan L Richardson | The Painted Prayerbook

Sermon Preparation or Illustration, Artwork, Poetry

"The feasts of the Ascension and Pentecost beckon us to consider how God continually invites and inspirits us to begin again." These words of reflection and works of art help us to do so.

Pentecost, Feast Of The Ascension, Easter, Blessing

Understood, Accepted, and Loved

David J Lose | In the Meantime

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

Jesus, Change, Acceptance, Belonging

Prayer: To Be Filled

Christine Longhurst | Re-Worship

Prayer

A prayer of petition for Pentecost from Acts 4. It asks to be filled with the Holy Spirit "that we too may speak boldly for you."

Acts 4

Pentecost, Thanksgiving, Miracle, Healing

Who Are You? A Sermon for Pentecost

David J Lose | In the Meantime

Sermon Preparation or Illustration, Song or Hymn

The scarcity worldview is as common problem in our modern world as it was in the time of Christ. This sermon on Mark 9:38-41 explores scarcity and encourages love and mercy.

Mark 9:38-41

Pentecost, Love, Jesus, Identity

Whoever Listens

Hunter Silides | Caminando with Jesus

Reflecting on Jesus' sending out the seventy (Luke 10:1-11, 16-20), Hunter Silides says that for missionaries of the gospel, listening to people's experiences and seeing Christ in them, is often more important than talking.

Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Peace, Jesus, Missions, Kingdom Of God

The Better Part

Catherine A Caimano | Caminando with Jesus

Reflecting on Luke 10:38-42, Catherine Caimano says that Jesus doesn't mean our many daily tasks are not important, but being near Jesus as the source of love is "the better part."

Luke 10:38-42

Jesus, Mary, Martha, Distraction

On Pentecost Jesus Gives Us a Love that Never Dies

Terrance Klein | America: The Jesuit Review

In this reflection on Pentecost, Terrance Klein describes the Holy Spirit as the encompassing of God's presence within the believer.

Pentecost, Death, Love, Jesus

Tree of Life

The Living Church

"We have nested in his tree. Our life comes from its branches. And because he has triumphed, the tree will surely flourish." A reflection on the botanical metaphors of Ezekiel 17:22-24; Psalm 92, and Mark 4:26-34.

Psalm 92; Ezekiel 17:22-24 Mark 4:26-34

Jesus, Kingdom Of God, Life, Trees

Search Results for "pentecost" on Hymnary.org

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Strong in Weakness

The Living Church

This sermon starter discusses God's pattern of working in human life through difficulties, like Paul's "thorn in the flesh" (2 Corinthians 12:2-10). "Barriers and misunderstandings are graven into the divine plan, on the way to grace."

2 Corinthians 12:2-10

Weakness, Paul, Vision, Grace

When Division is Good News

Joe Mitchell | Caminando with Jesus

Joe Mitchell says that the division which Jesus said he came to bring (Luke 12:49-56) is good if it means standing for love and hope against hate, prejudice, and judgment.

Luke 12:49-56

Love, Goodness, Jesus, Christian

Jesus, By the Holy Spirit

Nicholas Ludwig von Zinzendorf | Gathered Prayers

Song or Hymn, Artwork

The hymn "Jesus, By the Holy Spirit" by Nicholas Ludwig von Zinzendorf is a prayer/hymn asking Jesus to send the Holy Spirit to help us worship him for his goodness, grace, and righteousness.

Jesus, Atonement, Holiness, Holy Spirit

Telling the Truth, Twice!

David Lose | In the Meantime

Providing commentary on Matthew 9:35-38, 10:1-8, David Lose pauses on the phrase "harassed and helpless" and how relatable this is for many people in our churches. God's loving response, Jesus' compassion, speaks into that experience.

Matthew 9:35-38, 10:1-8

Compassion, God's Love, Jesus, Suffering

Rouse Jesus

The Living Church

"Our boat is small and the seas are rough. But the master of the sea is with us, and at a word he will speak peace." A reflection on Mark 4:35-41.

Mark 4:35-41

Intercultural Lenten Christian Celebrations

Peace, Jesus, Weather

Doris Tureck | Global Worship

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

This offers six Christian celebrations throughout the Roman Catholic Church that are celebrated from Ash Wednesday through Pentecost in different cultures including Latinx, Polish, Filipino, and Lithuanian.

Pentecost, Ash Wednesday, Easter, Jesus

Peace Twofold Bestowed

Timothy J Calvert | Torch

A homily for Pentecost based on John 20:19-23. Timothy Calvert preaches the peace of Christ which heals us and raises our souls to new life.

John 20:19-23

Peace, Jesus, Anxiety, Holy Spirit

Epiphany

The Church of England

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

This resource offers multiple prayers, responsive readings, calls to worship, and other suggestions for planning an Epiphany worship service.

Matthew 2:1-12