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PIT Maneuver
Romans 5:12-19
Law enforcement officers often use a “Pursuit Intervention Technique” (PIT) to bring fleeing suspects to a halt. God also has a PIT maneuver, which brings us to our knees. ... more
God’s Fasting Plan
Isaiah 58:1-9
BEYOND THE LECTIONARY
Ah, it’s Lent, when a sinner’s fancy turns to fasting. Yet, many people today fast throughout the year, not just during Lent. They do so, however, only intermittently. Good idea?
... moreA Psalm for Slippery Slopes
Psalm 121
More often than not, the mountains that King David saw around him were cause for fear, not reassurance. But then, he knew that his true help came from the God who created the hills. This removed the fear of falling and sliding down a slope from which there was no salvation.
... moreReflecting Redemption
Psalm 95
Humanity has almost eradicated famine. We’ve invented — in ways that would astound our ancestors — gadgets and machines to make our lives easier. Yet, why has there been no significant improvement or evolution in human character? ... more
Profiles in Courage
1 Samuel 16:1-13
Is courage “grace under pressure,” as Hemingway famously asserted? History gives us some fine examples of courage, as does the Bible. ... more
Lazarus, Meet Winnie
John 11:1-45
If you had to pick a book that most influenced your life, what would it be? Winnie-the-Pooh, by A.A. Milne?
... moreThe Greatest Name
Philippians 2:5-11
A baby girl was given a name with more than 1,000 letters! It got the child into Guinness World Records. Does a greater name than this one exist? ... more
Peter’s Delusional Disorder
Matthew 26:31-35
Special Installment: Maundy Thursday
Peter insisted more than once that he’d never betray Jesus, even if it meant death, and even though everyone else might betray him. The man was delusional.
... morePutting the “Fun” in Funeral
Acts 10:34-43
Sometimes it is hard to know whether you’re attending a funeral or a wedding these days. On Easter morning, the disciples were prepared to mourn, but instead got reports that incited the most incredible joy!
... moreThe Cross, the Tomb and the Stone
Matthew 28:1-10
Neil MacGregor of the British Museum has written a book about the history of the world based on artifacts found in the museum. It’s a good scheme, but unfortunately the British Museum does not have in its possession the most critical artifacts without which a history of the world cannot be properly written.
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- Bringing the Text to Life >> Cutting-edge material designed to spark your creativity and help you write your sermon.
- Commentary >> An exegetical probe into the cultural, historical, grammatical and contextual meaning of the weekly pericope that provides a scholarly background for your sermon preparation.
- PowerPoint Presentations >> Linked to related articles, providing virtually everything you need to prepare compelling sermons, week after week.
- Animating Illustrations >> Insights, anecdotes, quotations and references to current events that dovetail with the sermon material or your preaching point.
- Children's Sermons >> Simple stories help you reach the smallest members of your congregation.
- Worship Resources >> Calls to worship, prayers, responsive readings and hymns relating to the Scripture theme that help create a worship experience that ties in seamlessly with your sermon.
- Preaching Column >> Ideas to help your preaching throughout the church year.
- Participation Pointers >> Will help you make your worship experience interactive and meaningful.
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PIT Maneuver
Law enforcement officers often use a “Pursuit Intervention Technique” (PIT) to bring fleeing suspects to a halt. God also has a PIT maneuver, which brings us to our knees.
