Uplifting Christ Through Autumn

Author : Michael D. Wuchter
Publisher : CSS Publishing Company
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0788024108

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Uplifting Christ Through Autumn by Michael D. Wuchter Pdf

For Michael Wuchter, the gospel is in the details. From the story of the pilgrims who over-invited to that first Thanksgiving Day to the sugar content in grapes at the harvest, Wuchter probes the parables and sayings of Jesus to find every possible piece of good news in them. A wordsmith for the Word made Flesh, Michael has left us a treasure of thoughtful and insightful sermons that read as well as they preach.John D. MorrisPastor, Prince of Peace Lutheran ChurchDublin, OhioUplifting Christ Through Autumn gathers together 12 imaginative sermons from a remarkably gifted parish pastor and campus minister, covering a variety of important occasions, such as: * World Communion Day* Stewardship Sunday* Homecoming/Fall Festival* Reformation Sunday* All Saints Day* Holy Cross Day* ThanksgivingHowever, the ecumenically oriented expressions of Christian faith, hope, and love in these messages make them relevant for any time of the year. Plus, Wuchter's keen eye for the telling detail, exemplified by his observation that "the refrigerator is the household religious shrine that reveals the ethical heartbeat and spiritual faith of a family," means they're readable and appealing for everyone.Michael Wuchter's painting with words, his weaving of poetry into the art of the sermon, is what makes these words worth reading. These sermons seem to sing from resurrection life beyond death, and focus our eyes, ears, and hearts on the living, breathing, poetic, and art-filled Gospel. Read. See. Hear. Imagine. These sermons will allow you to touch the holy.Canon Howard AndersonPresident and WardenCathedral College of Washington National CathedralMichael Wuchter's sermons are a mending together of Word and world, allowing divine love to flow into the unpredictability of real life. I highly recommend this book for pastors, parishioners, and students alike.Edwin EhlersFormer PresidentNew Jersey Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in AmericaAccenting themes such as sainthood, death, angels, reformation, thanksgiving, and unity, These sermons are marked by sound biblical-historical scholarship and are linked to the challenges of our present-day life. The Word is powerfully proclaimed in every sermon.Daniel F. MartensenEcumenical Research Fellow, Washington (D.C.) Theological ConsortiumFormer Director, Dept. of Ecumenical Affairs, ELCAMichael D. Wuchter was the senior pastor of First Lutheran Church in Duluth, Minnesota, when he suddenly passed away in 2000 while traveling to Namibia. In addition to parish ministry, Wuchter also served for 18 years as university pastor at Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio.

Author : Ronnette Virginia Smith
Publisher : iUniverse
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-24
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781532051531

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Autumn by Ronnette Virginia Smith Pdf

In my heart, You write a song: Many pleasures have come my way. Superficial they are, and in Your Word I want to stay. I see Your beauty in a day. I see Your blessings that way. —Ronnette Virginia Smith Just like all of us, Ronnette has experienced challenges and heartache during her journey through life. But it is only through the work of the cross and the strength of scriptures that she has learned that God’s truth is constant and His ways are supreme. In a collection of poems inspired by gospel influence, understanding, and practice, Ronnette blends scriptures, inspirational personal stories, and vivid imagery to uplift spiritual seekers who desire a personal or deeper relationship with Christ. Her poems represent the essence of life while providing biblical basis for relatable thoughts and situations experienced in life that will inspire others to create a deeper appetite for genuine fellowship rooted and grounded in the Word of God. Autumn: The Mantle Lifted shares inspirational poetry that dives deep into biblical principles and encourages believers to rely on the Word of God for counsel, comfort, guidance, and conviction.

Author : Sharon Ely Pearson
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781640650060

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Faithful Celebrations by Sharon Ely Pearson Pdf

- Experiential activities for celebrating secular and sacred seasons of the year - Activities can be used in any setting: church, home, school

Author : Michael D. Wuchter
Publisher : CSS Publishing
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2008-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780788024825

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Shining Through the Darkness by Michael D. Wuchter Pdf

With their recurrent themes of "waiting" and "traveling on a journey," these 12 imaginative messages are especially appropriate for the Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany seasons -- yet their ecumenically oriented expressions of Christian faith, hope, and love also make them relevant for any time of the year. Wuchter's keen eye for the telling detail and his ability to connect scripture with familiar things in our lives make Shining Through the Darkness compelling reading for anyone who wants a deeper appreciation of God's grace and the Gospel of Christ. Michael Wuchter's sermons weave together the ancient texts of the Bible with modern insights. His careful historical research and winsome stories combine for a rich tapestry of gospel proclamation. These sermons stretching from Advent through Epiphany form a sort of mosaic for the beginning of the church year -- each story, each illustration, each wonderful tangent serving as tiles for a larger, clearer view for the one who came among us as the Word Made Flesh. John D. Morris, Pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Dublin, Ohio Michael Wuchter was a master of the English language and an excellent, excellent preacher. Jerry L. Schmalenberger, Former President Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary In this remarkable collection of sermons, Wuchter fully acknowledges a world rampant with violence and injustice that millions experience today. Against this backdrop of pain, he weaves with poetic creativity and sensitivity the acts of waiting, grieving, and hoping within and among personal, familial, and communal relationships. Long, cold winters are made shorter and warmer with these Christ-centered sermons in hand. Daniel F. Martensen, Ecumenical Research Fellow Washington (D.C.) Theological Consortium Former Director, Dept. of Ecumenical Affairs, ELCA Michael D. Wuchter is the author of Uplifting Christ Through Autumn (CSS). He served as the senior pastor of First Lutheran Church in Duluth, Minnesota, as university pastor at Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, and as the pastor of Resurrection Lutheran Church in Hamilton Square, New Jersey.

Author : Thomas Nelson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 145 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2020-08-25
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781400221271

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Devotions for the Fall by Thomas Nelson Pdf

The heat of the summer is fading away, and it's time to start looking forward to America's favorite season of all: fall. Fall means tailgating at football games, gathering pumpkins, wearing boots and scarves, and savoring the crisp sunny days, delightful scents, and delicious tastes of the season. The beautiful reds and golds of fall inspire us to thank God for His many blessings. In Devotions for the Fall, you will find 40 devotions together with gorgeous photographs, prayers of thanksgiving, inspiring quotes, ideas for fun fall activities, and recipes to warm your heart. Relax by the fire, sip some apple cider, and enjoy the season to the fullest with Devotions for the Fall.

Author : Russell J. Levenson
Publisher : Church Publishing, Inc.
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2020-03-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781640652705

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Finding Shelter by Russell J. Levenson Pdf

Short, accessible meditations and photography to guide you through the season Author and pastor Russ Levenson invites readers to “find shelter” in time each day with Jesus. Forty meditations, scripture passages, reflections for contemplation, and prayers fill this volume designed to accompany and encourage readers throughout autumn. Each daily devotional entry includes a concluding thought and closing prayer. Every meditation includes photographs taken by the author. This thoughtful volume is part of a series.

Author : Keith Ogden
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-07
Category : Poetry
ISBN : 9781471046155

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Autumn Leaves- Inspirational Poetry by Keith Ogden Pdf

Poems that are sometimes humorous, funny and speak directly, or indirectly of the Lord Jesu

Author : Sarah J. Robinson
Publisher : WaterBrook
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780593193532

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I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die by Sarah J. Robinson Pdf

A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to “choose joy” and “pray more.” So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But there’s hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesn’t look like what you expect.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 834 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : American literature
ISBN : UOM:39015066180426

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American Book Publishing Record by Anonim Pdf

Author : Autumn Florence
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2018-11-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781973636397

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Sonrise by Autumn Florence Pdf

Sonrise is a book that took several years to write. Author shares experience, strength, and hope from her life and shares truths and wisdom she received as a result of living a life filled with challenges and trials. These stories and experiences were, some of them, very challenging and yet she used them, with God, to grow spiritually. She became a stronger person, capable of moving forward in life. Autumn shares with readers golden nuggets that can be positively used in everyday life. The daily devotions range from comical to heart-wrenching to inspiring. In this book, readers will find powerful insights and lessons learned about stepping out in faith and trusting God, no matter what.

Author : Vonette Bright
Publisher : New Life Publications
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2001-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1563991632

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I Delight Greatly in My Lord by Vonette Bright Pdf

Devotional meditations for the autumn season of a woman's life.

Author : Kathleen Curtis Wilson
Publisher : The Overmountain Press
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 1570723028

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Uplifting the South by Kathleen Curtis Wilson Pdf

Although Scarlett O'Hara's is a fictional character developed by a skilful author, there were some real Southern women who truly possessed legendary strengths. One such woman is Mary Sullivan, a 19th century woman with an iron will, persuasive Southern charm, and motives that were selfless in contrast to Scarlett's entirely selfish ones. Sullivan deserves recognition for her contribution to the South and to all of American society as the role of women changed dramatically in the 19th and 20th centuries.. In 1860, Sullivan was a strikingly beautiful, twenty-four-year-old woman, endowed with allure and social graces born of her prominent Virginia lineage and rich Southern culture. A benevolent agent for the needs of children and a supporter of education for underprivileged youth in Appalachia, Sullivan was a committed humanitarian throughout her life. Sullivan lived two different kinds of life in one lifetime. Her adult life was spent in New York City during a period of American history unsurpassed for violence and change, but Sullivan's daring exploits in Virginia during the Civil War and her efforts on behalf of Southern Reconstruction are fascinating stories that show the passionate personality of a determined woman. Sullivan's greatest, though least acknowledged, gift to human kind is her legacy to Appalachia that has extensive regional significance - one hundred years of helping young adults with few financial resources receive scholarship money to complete their education.

Author : Autumn Miles
Publisher : Worthy Books
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2019-07-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781546015222

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Gangster Prayer by Autumn Miles Pdf

Change your life and become an inspiring, passionate praying warrior who proclaims God's Word with this refreshingly honest guide to strengthening your faith. If you want positive results from prayer, you first need to pray! But so many people who say they believe in the power of prayer actually pray very little . . . or not at all. It's time to get serious about prayer. Autumn Miles says that we must stop being prayer wimps and instead be transformed into "prayer gangsters"--people who are passionate about their faith and loyalty to God. Autumn believes that God wants to give us so much more than what we've been settling for. It's time our prayer life, which has been mediocre at best, becomes something that is: Fervent, intentional, and highly expectant. Gangster Prayer won't teach you how to pray. Instead, it will help reveal the heart behind a believing prayer and put the focus back on who we are praying to instead of on what we are praying for. With a changed perspective and objective, we can finally see the results from prayer we've been longing for--not just answers but a changed life.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 844 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1896
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UTEXAS:059172113917860

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Herald and Presbyter by Anonim Pdf

Author : Dee Maggiori
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2011-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781467039390

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In the Spirit by Dee Maggiori Pdf

"In the Spirit" is an interesting and thoughtful collection of 68 essays, all of which have been published over a period of ten years. The essays, with provocative titles such as "Knock Off That Grudge," "Galloping Tongues," and "The Need To Be Loved," take the reader on an interesting and introspective journey of the amazing "Power of God." In the complicated and troublesome world of the 21st Century. The essays are written in an easy, non-preachy style and many of them are peppered with the Irish humor of the writer. The second section of the book, titled "Holidays and Holy Days," offers interesting historical and well researched information on the holidays and holy days Christians and Americans of many Faiths cherish and hold sacred.