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Stories of the Kingdom

If You Build It, He May Come (Stories of the Kingdom, Part 4)

“If You Build It, He May Come” (Luke 12:13-21) Stories of the Kingdom: Part 4 This is the fourth of a nine-part series of mini-sermons designed to help students reflect upon Jesus’ parables, the kingdom of God, and living as kingdom people. The Christian life is difficult. It is also beautiful, hopeful, and meaningful, but it is difficult. The Scriptures are clear with us that … Continue reading If You Build It, He May Come (Stories of the Kingdom, Part 4)

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Asking from a Friend: The Language of the Kingdom (Stories of the Kingdom, Part 3)

“Asking from a Friend: The Language of the Kingdom” (Luke 11:1-13) Stories of the Kingdom, Part 3 This is the third of a nine-part series of mini-sermons designed to help students reflect upon Jesus’ parables, the kingdom of God, and living as kingdom people. Kingdoms are typically defined by a series of features. A kingdom has a leader–the king–and his subjects. A kingdom has boundaries. It … Continue reading Asking from a Friend: The Language of the Kingdom (Stories of the Kingdom, Part 3)

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To Whom Will I Be a Neighbor (Stories of the Kingdom, Part 2)

“To Whom Will I Be a Neighbor” (Luke 10:25-37) Stories of the Kingdom, Part 2 This is the second of a nine-part series of mini-sermons designed to help students reflect upon Jesus’ parables, the kingdom of God, and living as kingdom people. Last week I introduced a series called Stories of the Kingdom in which we will explore how Jesus teaches us to live as … Continue reading To Whom Will I Be a Neighbor (Stories of the Kingdom, Part 2)

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“What Do You Want?” (Stories of the Kingdom, Part 1)

“What Do You Want?” (Matthew 6:19-34) Stories of the Kingdom: Part 1 This is the first of a nine-part series of mini-sermons designed to help students reflect upon Jesus’ parables, the kingdom of God, and living as kingdom people. For most of my life in the church, I was under the impression that action followed from beliefs. If I could simply believe the right things … Continue reading “What Do You Want?” (Stories of the Kingdom, Part 1)

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