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Sunday, March 5th, 2023 (Lent 2)
Genesis 12:1-9; Psalm 33:12-21; Romans 4:1-12; Romans 4:13-17; John 3:1-16
SERMON
Introduction: Last week: Temptation
This week, sin.
Lent is about recognizing, exposing, and removing sin.
- Sin is about disconnect from God, and is therefore a brokenness in our BEING.
- The stories of Salvation from our texts (Romans 4, John 3) describe a process that is not centered in what we DO but who we ARE.
- Romans 4:
- Sin as a debt / blemish
- Romans 4:
- The stories of Salvation from our texts (Romans 4, John 3) describe a process that is not centered in what we DO but who we ARE.
7 “Blessed are those whose iniquities are forgiven and whose sins are covered; 8 blessed is the one against whom the Lord will not reckon sin.
- This language of reckoning describes a debt mark.
- John 3:
- what is born of flesh is flesh, what is born of spirit is spirit
- Jesus says that in order to be part of heaven, you have to BE in God.
- We are not just born connected to God, we need to be re-born.
- Salvation is about FINDING GOD again, staying in sin is living separated from God.
- Proverbs 8:35-36
35 For whoever finds me finds life and obtains favor from the Lord, 36 but those who miss me injure themselves; all who hate me love death.”
- John 3: The bronze serpent
- Belief for the people in Exodus was about standing near the cast-serpent. Believing in Jesus is about BEING with him.
- Psalm 33:17
- Behold, the eye of the Lord is upon those who fear him, * and upon those who put their trust in his mercy,
- Salvation is deliverance from death, sin is letting the (s)infection spread
- Romans 4:17 “God gives life to the dead and calls into existence the things that do not exist”
- God uses us to bless (Gen 12:2)
- As people and nations
- John 3:16
- “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.
- The sending of the son is a cascading effect. Eternal life begins to spring out of our love for God and one another.
- “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.
Conclusion:
Lent: recognizing our sin and our need for salvation.
Opportunity to BE in god’s presence.
AMEN
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In this sermon on February 19th 2023 Bishop Frank Lyons talks about the Transfiguration of Jesus.
In this sermon on February 5th 2023 - Fr. Dan Shoemake talks about inviting the Holy Spirit to empower us.
Sunday, February 5th, 2023 (Epiphany 5)
2 Kings 22:8-20; Psalm 27; 1 Corinthians 2; Matthew 5:13-20
Spirit-Talk, Spirit-Walk
Setting the Scene: 2 Kings 22:19
- The people of God did not live in the way that the Book of the Law commanded. By the time Josiah the King heard the book for the first time he was 26 years old.
- In 2 Kings 23 he has altars, firepits, dedication places all taken down and destroyed, some within the temple itself.
- If this story happened in Jerusalem, during the reign of the Kings of Judah, could it happen today?
The Past: NaCl - the Salt
Kingdom of God without God:
- I believe that we are living in a time period very similar to the kingship of Josiah.
- We have institutionalized and religified apathy, lifeless religion, judgementalism, and giftless ministry.
- The very same ruler who enslaved the Hebrews before (the Pharaoh of Egypt) is knocking on our door again.
Untasted Salt
- I think Jesus hits home this message of lifeless religion in his sermon on the mount.
- “You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how can its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything but is thrown out and trampled under foot.” (Matthew 5:13)
- What Jesus is saying here is that we are not actually savoring the SALT: the Spirit of God. We are preparing a table, scarfing down the food, and not tasting the food.
Question: Why are we doing all this?
- Why did you drive to Church this morning?
- I have all sorts of reasons why I COULD go to Church:
The Goal: Falling in Love with our Savior
The Psalm:
4 One thing have I desired of the Lord; one thing I seek: *
that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life,
**5 To behold the fair beauty of the Lord, * and to seek him in his temple.
Why are you here?
But if we can re-align our priorities and place God at the center - we will experience the Spirit of God.**
- I will receive all the money that I need from God
- I will receive true friendship with God
- I will worship my Lord Jesus.
- God speaks to me through the liturgy.
The Disconnect of verse 5
- I think that some of us have never SEEN the beauty of the Lord - we have not sought GOD!
- If this is the case, we are saltless salt, lightless light, the Children of God with no God.
Religion in the WEST
Decline of religion: Christianity especially
Rise in Spirituality and Belief in God
Pandemic, Economic decline have resulted in an INCREASE in god-awareness/interest.
- In short - HATE the Religion // Interested in the God.
- If we actually WALK the WALK and TALK the TALK
- Talking and living like Jesus.
Conclusion: The Spirit
Old sermon: Why is the Church dying?
- When was the last time you saw a miracle?
- When was the last time you actually SAW the power of God.
Invite the HOLY SPIRIT
Communion, Prayer, Worship - Invite the Spirit in
AMEN
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In this sermon on January 29th 2023 - Fr. Dan Shoemake talks about the four-letter word O.B.E.Y.
Sunday, January 29th, 2023 (Epiphany 4)
Micah 6:1-8; Psalm 37:1-11; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; Matthew 5:1-12
SERMON
the Talk & the Walk: God-Talk, Human-Walk: Obedience
Two Weeks Ago: Walk the Walk
Last Week: Talk the Talk
- Walk Humbly - (Micah 6:8)
“He has told you, O mortal, what is good,
and what does the Lord require of you
but to do justice and to love kindness
and to walk humbly with your God?”
“Organized religion is a sham and a crutch for weak-minded people who need strength in numbers," Jesse Ventura
- How do we respond to Gov. Ventura?
YES, you're right! We are weak!
2 Corinthians 12:9-10
“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
- CS Lewis - “Humility is not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less.”
- Don’t be controlled by your impulses.
- Stop being surprised by your sin!
Tell what God is doing - (Matthew 5:1-11)
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4 “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
5 “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
7 “Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.
8 “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.
9 “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
10 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
11 “Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.
Dave Furman on Weakness and Suffering
https://www.crossway.org/articles/dont-miss-what-god-is-teaching-you-in-your-pain/
How do you talk about your suffering?
- Rejoice in Suffering (Matthew 5:12)
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
- Story of Suffering Priest
If we are the Church - all we need is Christ.
If we are the Church - all we have is Christ.
If we are the Church - all we are is Christ.
AMEN
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In this sermon from January 22nd 2023 - Fr. Dan Shoemake discusses the importance of talking to God about others and to others about God.
Sunday, January 22nd, 2023 (Epiphany 3)
Amos 3:1–11, Psalm 139:1–18, I Corinthians 1:10–17, Matthew 4:12–22
SERMON
the Talk & the Walk: Talk the Talk
Last Week: Walk the Walk
Bringing the bright light to a dark world.
- The WAY that we Talk changes PERCEPTION
- Problems in JUSTICE (Cancel culture)
- Problems with IDENTITY (any political movement)
- Problems with TRUTH (relative truth vs objective)
What does this have to do with RELIGION?
- Our religion calls us to speak TRUTH in LOVE (Ephesians 4:15)
- Talk TO God (Ps 139) - Prayer
- Not information, but conversation
- Not transactional, but reactive
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Goal = make God look good
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Talk about what God DOES (Amos 3:8-9, 11) - Testimony
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Changing the narrative
- COVID is about people, or about SAFETY
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Addressing Conflict with Truth
- Miracles
- Evil
- Suffering
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Talk to others ABOUT Jesus (Matt 4:17, 19; 1 Cor 1:17) - Invite
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Our religion is about Jesus not about Jesus-followers
- Story of anger toward Churches
- Jesus takes US and uses us for his Kingdom
AMEN
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In this sermon on January 15th 2023 - Fr. Dan Shoemake talks about living a life where we see ourselves as an embodiment of the Law of God.
Sunday, January 15th, 2023 (Epiphany 2)
Exodus 12:21-28; Psalm 40:1-11; 1 Corinthians 1:1-9; John 1:29-42
SERMON
the Talk & the Walk: Walk the Walk
The Talk and the Walk is a sermon series about Religion:
Why we are talking about religion: there is a common theme I am hearing
Secular: organized religion is a problem - it is the source of evil in the world. “Christian”: Jesus did not come to establish a religion, he came to break people free from religion
Identifying the Problem
What IS religion?
- Many things can be called religions even though they are radically different.
- Religion can be identified as any belief or practice.
Religion as a HAMMER
Three Ways we can Misunderstand or Misuse a Religion
1. Using the Hammer as a Screwdriver
- Worship as entertainment
- Sermon as TED talk or pep talk
- Church as Country Club
This has lead to Wrong Conclusion: 20th-21st century ambiguity: Whatever you believe or DO is a valid religious practice.
Image MEGACHURCH
Image Decline of Christianity since 2007
- Liturgical Churches hold water better than non traditional
Screwdriver Conclusion: The Three Streams of Anglicanism
- Evangelical, Charismatic, and Catholic
2. Not using the Hammer because you hit your thumb
- “Hammers are supposed to build houses - not to break thumbs”
- “I am not good with hammers, so I’ll leave that to someone else”
Diagnosis: People have a problem with People
When so-called Christians say “the problem with the Church is …”
They are actually talking about themselves. They ARE the Church.
Church is supposed to be difficult. It causes us to grow. People butt heads. Feelings get hurt - that is what it MEANS to BE the Church.
Correcting our Understanding
Understanding what RELIGION is
Re-legere (to say or read over and over again)
Re-Ligare (to bind or connect to)
Or - Deut 6:4-9
6:4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord is our God,
the Lord alone.
5 You shall love the Lord your God
with all your heart
and with all your soul and
with all your might.
6 Keep these words
that I am commanding
you today in your heart.
7 Recite them to your children
and talk about them
when you are at home
and when you are away,
when you lie down
and when you rise.
8 Bind them as a sign on your hand,
fix them as an emblem on your forehead,
9 and write them on the doorposts
of your house and on your gates.
TRUE Religion is about THOUGHT, WORD, AND DEED.
The Passover Religious Practice: Walking the Walk
The Passover Sacrifice is All About Jesus
AMEN
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In this sermon from January 8th 2023 Fr. Dan Shoemake talks about the work of breaking free of the shackles of fear and anxiety and living in the joy of Jesus.
Sunday, January 8th, 2023 (Epiphany 1/The Baptism of Jesus)
Isaiah 42:1-9; Psalm 89:1-29; Acts 10:34-38; Matthew 3:13-17
SERMON
Bringing Heaven to Earth: Finding your Happy Thought
Watching Hook - If possible, play clip show images of movie
Pan’s journey - from cynical lawyer acrophobic flying, fighting, crowing Pan.
The “Happy thought” gives birth to a joyful and carefree life.
Jack’s Journey - from carefree baseball player, to cynical emo kid.
Breaking the watch - fear of time
Matthew’s Happy Thought
When you embrace God, he embraces you. “This is my Beloved!”
Peter’s Happy Thought
Everyone is valued by what they DO, not who where they’re from..
Q: What Happy Thought is pointing you to Jesus?
Just as Jesus’ baptism showed us who we CAN be - so let us allow our new Happy Thoughts to show the world who Christ is.
AMEN
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In this sermon from January 1st 2023 - Fr. Dan Shoemake unpacks the heart of putting on Christ, as he put on human flesh./
Sunday, January 1st, 2023
Isa 61:10—62:5 Ps 147:12-20 Gal 3:23—4:7 John 1:1-18
This first episode introduces the the Catechism To Be a Christian
- What is the human condition?
Though created good and made for fellowship with our Creator, humanity has been cut off from God by self-centered rebellion against him, leading to lawless living, guilt, shame, death, and the fear of judgment. This is the state of sin. (Genesis 3:1–13; Psalm 14:1–3; Matthew 15:10–20; Romans 1:18–23; 3:9–23)This Podcast is a ministry of Good Samaritan Church in Sugar Hill, GA.
In this episode of the Good Samaritan Anglican Church Podcast, David Wickenden and Fr. Dan Shoemake discuss a few Philosophical arguments for the existence of God.
In this episode of the Good Samaritan Anglican Church Podcast, David Wickenden and Fr. Dan Shoemake discuss the ethical argument for the existence of God, and touch lightly on how the God of Christianity fits into this understanding.
In this episode of the Good Samaritan Anglican Church Podcast, David Wickenden and Fr. Dan Shoemake discuss important arguments for Christian Faith and evidence for the existence of God.
In this sermon on April 3rd, 2022, Fr. Dan discusses the subject of reconciliation within the Church of Christ.
In this podcast episode David Wickenden, and Fr. Dan Shoemake begin a conversation about the subject of Apologetics. In this they introduce the subject of Apologetics and discuss ways that Christians can begin learning about how to defend their Christian Faith using theological, historical, scientific, and philosophical arguments.
In this sermon on March 27th 2022, Fr. Dan talks about the parable of the prodigal son.
In this episode of the Good Samaritan Anglican Church podcast David Wickenden, and Fr. Dan Shoemake sit down and talk about the scriptures. We discuss different views of the scriptures that exist within Christianity and describe how to understand the various arguments against the scripture's reliability.
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Matthew 28:19 - Therefore Go
Jesus Ministry begins with Baptism
The first disciples on the day of Pentecost were baptized (Acts 2:41)
John 3:5: “You must be born again of water and the spirit” - JC
What is the purpose of Baptism?
- To be marked as Christ’s own
What happens in Baptism?
- Baptism is an act of repentance
- Baptism washes away sins (Acts 22:16 And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized and wash your sins away, calling on his name.’)
1 Peter 3:21
In the Father, Son, Holy Spirit, or in Jesus name?
Do I have to be baptized by a priest?
In what ways are people baptized?
When should I get baptized as an adult?
When should I get my child baptized?
What is the argument for infant baptism?
Why do people reject infant baptism? (https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/how-do-circumcision-and-baptism-correspond)
- In every New Testament command and instance of baptism the requirement of faith precedes baptism. So infants incapable of faith are not to be baptized.
- Retort: Matthew 19:14 “Let the little children come to me …”
- Abraham in faith circumcised his children and
- There are no explicit instances of infant baptism in all the Bible. In the three "household baptisms" mentioned (household of Lydia, Acts 16:15; household of the Philippian jailer, Acts 16:30–33; household of Stephanus, 1 Corinthians 1:16) no mention is made of infants, and in the case of the Philippian jailer, Luke says explicitly, "they spoke the word of the Lord to him together with all who were in his house" (Acts 16:32), implying that the household who were baptized could understand the Word.
- Paul (in Colossians 2:12) explicitly defined baptism as an act done through faith: ". . . having been buried with Him in baptism, in which you were also raised up with Him through faith in the working of God." In baptism you were raised up with Christ through faith—your own faith, not your parents' faith. If it is not "through faith"—if it is not an outward expression of inward faith—it is not baptism.
- The apostle Peter, in his first letter, defined baptism this way, ". . . not the removal of dirt from the flesh, but an appeal to God for a good conscience—through the resurrection of Jesus Christ" (1 Peter 3:21). Baptism is "an appeal to God for a good conscience." It is an outward act and expression of inner confession and prayer to God for cleansing, that the one being baptized does, not his parents.
- When the New Testament church debated in Acts 15 whether circumcision should still be required of believers as part of becoming a Christian, it is astonishing that not once in that entire debate did anyone say anything about baptism standing in the place of circumcision. If baptism is the simple replacement of circumcision as a sign of the new covenant, and thus valid for children as well as for adults, as circumcision was, surely this would have been the time to develop the argument and so show that circumcision was no longer necessary. But it is not even mentioned.
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OUTLINE
Spirit baptism is the empowerment of Christians by the Holy Spirit for works of ministry. It corresponds to the rite of confirmation and is most fully realized by outworking of the Spiritual Gifts.
Taken from the AG website: https://ag.org/Beliefs/Position-Papers/Baptism-in-the-Holy-Spirit
“The most distinguishing features of the baptism in the Holy Spirit are that: (1) it is theologically and experientially distinguishable from and subsequent to the new birth,
(2) it is accompanied by speaking in tongues, and
(3) it is distinct in purpose from the Spirit’s work of regenerating the heart and life of a repentant sinner.”
Scripture:
John the Baptist
Matthew 3:11
11 “I baptize you with water for repentance, but the one who is coming after me is more powerful than I, and I am not worthy to carry his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.
Mark 1:8
8 I have baptized you with water, but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.”
Luke 3:16
16 John answered all of them by saying, “I baptize you with water, but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the strap of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.
John 1:33
33 I myself did not know him, but the one who sent me to baptize with water said to me, ‘He on whom you see the Spirit descend and remain is the one who baptizes with the Holy Spirit.’
Jesus and Peter:
Acts 1:5
5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.”
Acts 11:16
16 And I remembered the word of the Lord, how he had said, ‘John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.’
Questions of interest:
Are all Christians baptized in the Holy Spirit in water Baptism?
No: Acts 19 (John’s baptism vs Spirit baptism) and John 14:15 “If you love me, keep my commands. 16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.
Are you not saved if you are not baptized in the Holy Spirit?
No. One is saved through water baptism. (1 Peter 3:21)
Rather Baptism in the Holy Spirit is a separate event from water baptism.
In this episode of the Good Samaritan Anglican Church podcast, David Wickenden and Fr. Dan Shoemake sit down to talk about Communion and the ancient belief that Jesus is present in the bread and the wine.
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Host: David Wickenden, Fr. Dan Shoemake
OUTLINE
Introduction: Now that we have established what the Three Streams of the Church (Catholic, Charismatic, Evangelical) are - the question becomes - how do we put these Three Streams into practice?
In this podcast we will make some cursory suggestions of how to go about practicing all three streams in your regular life of worship.
I. Redefining Terms
We have been defining and defending the three streams of Anglicanism. Today we want to talk about how the three streams of Anglicanism mutually support and challenge each other.
Catholic: One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic
Charismatic: Empowered by the Holy Spirit
Evangelical: Standing on the foundation of the Holy Scriptures
Deuteronomy 6:4-5
4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord is our God, the Lord alone. 5 You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might.
II. Catholic (Might)
Lex Orandi, Lex Credendi
- Mass every week
- Observe the sacraments regularly
- The Daily Office/Liturgy of the Hours
Extra recommendations:
Holy Rosary
Intercessory Prayer
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
III. Charismatic (Heart)
The Gifts of the Holy Spirit
- Baptism in the Holy Spirit
- Laying on of hands
- Charismatic Worship
Extra recommendations:
Revivals
Exorcisms/Freedom Ministries
Being Slain in the Spirit/Falling Out in the Spirit
IV. Evangelical (Soul)
The Truth Shall Set you Free
- Study of the Holy Bible
- Evangelism/Apologetics
- Missionary Work
Extra Recommendations:
Biblical Commentaries
Systematic Theology
In this Episode of the Good Samaritan Anglican Church Podcast, David Wickenden and Fr. Dan Shoemake sit down to discuss how the Three Streams of Anglicanism (Catholic, Charismatic, Evangelical) all serve to balance one another.
During this Episode, Fr. Dan Shoemake and David Wickenden sit down and talk about the historical arguments for the Resurrection of Jesus.
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In this episode, Fr. Dan Shoemake sits down across from Leah and Kevin Kadwell to learn about their 25 years of ministry serving the people of India through Good Shepherd India.
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OUTLINE
I. Introduction: Redefining Terms
We have been defining and defending the three streams of Anglicanism. Today we want to talk about how the three streams of Anglicanism mutually support and challenge each other.
Catholic: One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic
Charismatic: Empowered by the Holy Spirit
Evangelical: Standing on the foundation of the Holy Scriptures
II. Catholic
The virtue within the Catholic stream: wisdom
Catholic Christianity maintains an order and a universal consistency that looks back to previous wisdom, experience, and reflection to confront current events, issues, and crises (Jeremiah 6:16, 2 Thessalonians 2:15; 3:6).
The vice within the Catholic stream: authoritarianismIn the same way that Jesus confronted a 1st century Jewish privilege (Matthew 3:9; John 8:39, Mark 7:3-4), it is dangerous to presume that being Catholic alone precludes one from personal conversion, or spirit empowerment.
Catholicism as a temper for Evangelicalism and Pentecostalism
- Catholicism tempers biblical particularism
- The writings of the Church Fathers, and the councils of the Church serve as a foil upon which we can guide biblical interpretation within a framework of stalwart and reliable faithful readings of the scriptures (Eg. Acts 15:1-21).
- Catholicism tempers chaotic charismania
- Sets worship within the framework of orderly Christian devotion, that is orthodox and gives measure to the reading of scripture, sung worship, proclamation, and prayerful response.
III. Charismatic
The virtue within the Charismatic stream: faith
Charismatic Christianity emphasizes a visible faith through the interpersonal work of spiritual gifts (Romans 12:6). This work results in the building up of the local Church (1 Corinthians 12:7).
The vice within the Charismatic stream: emotionalism
In the same way that God desired mercy from the Israelites (Hosea 6:6), so he desires a true relationship not simply works (Matthew 7:21-23).
Pentecostalism as a temper for Evangelicalism and Catholicism
- Pentecostalism tempers catholic institutionalism
- Just as Jesus entered the 1st century Jewish world as one with authority (Matthew 7:29), so the charismatic movement serves as a check against legalism and authoritarianism in demonstrating the public witness of spiritual gifts.
- Pentecostalism tempers evangelical arrogance
- Just as James warned against faith without works (James 2:26) so the charismatic movement demonstrates that religious identity is not only intellectual but demonstrative in spiritual works.
IV. Evangelical
The virtue within the Evangelical stream: transformation
Evangelical Christianity’s emphasis on personal transformation through Biblical truth grounds the believer’s mind and heart in faithful obedience (John 8:32).
The vice within the Evangelical stream: arrogance
The individualized nature of evangelicalism and personal interpretation can lead to fractions along theological lines (Judges 17:6).
Evangelicalism as a temper for Pentecostalism and Catholicism
- Evangelicalism tempers catholic authoritarianism
- Grounding the truth in the scriptures combats tradition for traditions’s sake (Matthew 22:29, Mark 7:8).
- Evangelicalism tempers pentecostal emotionalism
- The scriptures serve as a foil to encapsulate the proper operation of the charismatic gifts (1 Cor 12:7; 13).
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Luke 13:22-35
22 Jesus went through one town and village after another, teaching as he made his way to Jerusalem. 23 Someone asked him, “Lord, will only a few be saved?” He said to them, 24 “Strive to enter through the narrow door; for many, I tell you, will try to enter and will not be able. 25 When once the owner of the house has got up and shut the door, and you begin to stand outside and to knock at the door, saying, ‘Lord, open to us,’ then in reply he will say to you, ‘I do not know where you come from.’ 26 Then you will begin to say, ‘We ate and drank with you, and you taught in our streets.’ 27 But he will say, ‘I do not know where you come from; go away from me, all you evildoers!’ 28 There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth when you see Abraham and Isaac and Jacob and all the prophets in the kingdom of God, and you yourselves thrown out. 29 Then people will come from east and west, from north and south, and will eat in the kingdom of God. 30 Indeed, some are last who will be first, and some are first who will be last.”
31 At that very hour some Pharisees came and said to him, “Get away from here, for Herod wants to kill you.” 32 He said to them, “Go and tell that fox for me, ‘Listen, I am casting out demons and performing cures today and tomorrow, and on the third day I finish my work. 33 Yet today, tomorrow, and the next day I must be on my way, because it is impossible for a prophet to be killed outside of Jerusalem.’ 34 Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the city that kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to it! How often have I desired to gather your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, and you were not willing! 35 See, your house is left to you. And I tell you, you will not see me until the time comes when you say, ‘Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord.’”
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Host: Fr. Dan Shoemake
Guest: Mike Fessler
Guest Bio
Michael resides in Minnesota with his wife and four children. He acquired his BA in Biblical and Theological Studies from Bethel University, and an MA in Communications from Concordia University – Saint Paul. He is a musician, wrestler, author, and devoted follower of Jesus.
OUTLINE
Discussing Evangelical Christianity and Mike’s work within the wrestling community.
I. Introduction: About Mike
- Childhood and early life.
- Spirituality in early life.
- Encountering wrestling and how that shaped adulthood
- Father issues (abuse, etc.), and how it may have impacted your life early on.
- College wrestling, and walking away from the sport.
- How the Lord used your faith to redeem your life situation.
II. Evangelical Christianity
One aspect of our shared Christian identity is that we are both Evangelical Christians:
Defining Evangelical Christianity
- Scripture - from its basic roots, Evangelical Christians have a high view of scripture. On the most basic level this means that the Bible is the inspired Word of God, and that its teachings are to be learned and obeyed.
- Conversion/Revival/Transformation - The belief that the message of the Gospel will change individuals, families, and communities when it is communicated.
- Proclamation - The gospel when proclaimed changes the world. This moves the Church to an active view on its role in sharing the Gospel with the world.
Questions
- How has the Evangelical understanding of the Scriptures illuminated for you the work of God in your life/struggles/circumstances/wrestling?
- How has the Evangelical emphasis on conversion/transformation informed the way that you live/talk about wrestling/etc.?
- How do you proclaim Christ? What does it look like when you share the Gospel with others?
III. Faith and Wrestling
- How does a wrestler see the world (differently than others)?
- What does the wrestling community provide for you?
- How has being a wrestler changed your understanding of Jesus/Gospel/Church?
- What do you see in the wrestling story of Jacob and Angel/Jesus?
IV. Our Friendship
- How we met
- Bonding over ministry, S@L, mutual interests and life goals
- Marriage, Living together, Children, Divorce, Remarriage
Hosts
David Wickenden - Fr. Dan Shoemake - Cn. George Ivey
The distinctive beliefs of Charismatics and Pentecostals are:
Miracles and signs of God’s supernatural intervention are currently occurring in the Church today.
The active operation of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
An event subsequent to salvation called the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, in which the Spirit empowers the Christian for the work of the Church.
Contention 2: The active operation of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
What are the gifts of the Holy Spirit?
Romans 12:6-8
1 Corinthians 12:4-11
1 Corinthians 12:28
Ephesians 4:11
Definition of Each Spiritual Gift
Wisdom - The ability to receive and speak insightfully concerning a specific situation for the purpose of growing righteousness.
Knowledge - The ability to know information that was not read, or communicated by anyone but God. Often particular to a situation or individual.
Faith - The ability to bring about belief through works of trust.
Healing - The ability to compassionately enact healing that does not come from natural means.
Miracles - ability to perform signs - exorcisms, healings, raising from the dead, etc.
Prophecy - ability to receive and communicate a truthful message from God.
Discernment of Spirits - able to perceive good and evil, see spiritual beings, who influences the world.
Tongues - A language spoken to God that God gives the speaker.
Interpretation - A companion gift to tongues, the ability to understand a tongue spoken by a person.
Some clarification around spiritual gifts:
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These lists are likely not comprehensive
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All Spiritual Gifts are available to every believer
1 Cor 12:6 and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who activates all of them in everyone
3. Spiritual gifts are used to build up or strengthen the local community.
1 Cor 12:7 To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.
4. The Spiritual gifts are imparted by the Holy Spirit out each time we gather.
1 Cor 14:26: “What should be done then, my friends? When you come together, each one has a hymn, a lesson, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. Let all things be done for building up.”
5. We can operate with greater gifts.
1 Cor 12: 31 “strive for the greater gifts.”
II. An event subsequent to salvation called the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, in which the Spirit empowers the Christian for the work of the Church.
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Sunday, March 6, 2022
Deut 26:1-11, Ps 91, Rom 10:4-13, Luke 4:1-13
SERMON
Temptation for the Kingdom
Setting the Scene
Hunger - Stones are not Bread
What is the temptation?
Disordered Desire
To use appetite not as an indicator for life but as an indicator for pleasure.
Human response: He’s just hungry. He can make food how he wants.
Spiritual retort: God has specially ordered creation so that it can spring forth life in proper order.
Rocks are not food. It is not in the proper order of creation for Jesus, by whom all things were made, to eat rocks.
Do not live by disordered desire (have ≠ want)
Do not identify yourself by your desire
INSTEAD
Deuteronomy 8:3
This response of Jesus, this quotation seems like a non sequitur.
Trust in God begins with our appetite.
“The Law of the Lord is perfect and revives the soul” (Ps 19:7).
Live by what God commands, not by your desires.
Identify yourself by God’s commands, not by your desires.
Glory and Authority - Don’t read the fine print
What is the temptation?
Power
Jesus is tempted to gain power through wrong means.
The temptation to do evil for the cause/sake of good. (consequentialism)
Imagine Jesus as Caesar
Read the fine print (facebook realities)
Notice when Joseph, was made second in command over Egypt, was given all the Glory and Authority of Egypt … what ultimately happened in Egypt? SLAVERY.
Do not flex power. Do not take your talents for granted.
Your talents/skills/abilities do not identify you.
INSTEAD
Deuteronomy 6:10-15
:: The ends do not justify the means. The purpose of your life is the way you live your life, not what you accomplish.
When you serve God, you will accomplish what God sets out for you to do.
“But strive first for the kingdom of God .... (Matthew 6:33).
Life - Test
What is the temptation?
Arrogance - Take your life into your own hands
Where are they?
On the top of the temple's main tower, above the sanctuary proper, some 180 feet above ground, the location that artists and others using the traditional translation generally set the story.
If Jesus would just alter the plan, right here in front of everyone, he could prove God’s power and put his own life at risk, and prove to all the authorities.
Satan quotes Psalm 91:12
12 They [the angels] shall bear you in their hands, *
that you hurt not your foot against a stone.
Do not decide how God is going to work through you based on your desires/interests/opinions or on your power/talent/ability.
INSTEAD
Jesus quotes Deut 6:16
Deuteronomy 6:16
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths” (Proverbs 3:5-6).
God has placed you right here. It is not an accident.
What needs do you see around you?
Jesus never asks someone if they feel called.
Jesus never sets skill as a requirement of service.
Instead of planning your life, surrender to God.
Conclusions
How do we deal with temptation?
My power is made perfect in weakness …
Lead us not into temptation …
Flee from [sin].
Sin is ever knocking on your door, master it.
Be dead to sin.
Importance of daily confession
Doing confession with my toddlers
Reciting the 10 commandments
Lastly,
Always be on guard against the Devil.
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Host: Fr. Dan Shoemake
About Kati:
My name is Kati Gehlen Phillippi. I've been married to my husband Jason for almost 13 years. God has blessed us with three amazing kids, James (😎, Noah (5), and Grace (3). We live in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota area close to both of our families. God and family mean everything to us. Having had a glimpse of Heaven, I've realized how important it is to be a light in this world often consumed with darkness. As I begged Jesus to let me come back, I promised I would share my experience with everyone He set in my path. I'm looking forward to sharing that experience on with all of you!
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David Wickenden - Fr. Dan Shoemake - Cn. George Ivey
The distinctive beliefs of Charismatics and Pentecostals are:
- Miracles and signs of God’s supernatural intervention are currently occurring in the Church today.
- The active operation of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
- An event subsequent to salvation called the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, in which the Spirit empowers the Christian for the work of the Church.
- MIRACLES
Old Testament
… to Prove to the Israelites
Exodus 4:1-9
To Prove to Pharaoh and Egyptians, to humble them
Exodus 9:13-16
To Prove YHWH is God and Baal is not
1 Kings 18: 19-24
To Provide for his People
Exodus 16:13-16
Widow’s oil (1 Kings 17:9 - 16)
To punish the wicked
Numbers 16:25-33
New Testament
The Miracles of Jesus
Miracles of healing
Healing the sick, raising the dead
Miracles Over Nature
Reduplication of the loaves and fishes
Water into wine
Walking on water
Stilling the storm
Cursing the fig tree
Miracles of Knowledge
Jesus knew the thoughts and the intentions of others
Miracles of Spiritual Power
Speaking with authority
Casting out demons
Sermon at Good Samaritan Anglican Church, Buford, GA
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Fr. Dan Shoemake
Readings
John 20:19-31
19 On the evening of that first day of the week, the disciples were together. They had locked the doors because they were afraid of the Jewish leaders.
Jesus came in and stood among them. He said, “May peace be with you!” 20 Then he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples were very happy when they saw the Lord. 21 Again Jesus said, “May peace be with you! The Father has sent me. So now I am sending you.”
22 He then breathed on them. He said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. 23 If you forgive anyone’s sins, their sins are forgiven. If you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.”
24 Thomas was one of the 12 disciples. He was also called Didymus. He was not with the other disciples when Jesus came. 25 So they told him, “We have seen the Lord!”
But he said to them, “First I must see the nail marks in his hands. I must put my finger where the nails were. I must put my hand into his side. Only then will I believe.”
26 A week later, Jesus’ disciples were in the house again. Thomas was with them. Even though the doors were locked, Jesus came in and stood among them. He said, “May peace be with you!” 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here. See my hands. Reach out your hand and put it into my side. Stop doubting and believe.” 28 Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!”
29 Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed. Blessed are those who have not seen me but still have believed.”
30 Jesus performed many other signs in front of his disciples. They are not written down in this book. 31 But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. If you believe this, you will have life because you belong to him.
Sun, February 13, 2022
Jer 17:5-10 Ps 1 1 Cor 15:12-20 Luke 6:17-26
SERMON
Blessings, Woes, and the Joy of Suffering
Luke 6:17-26
17 He came down with them and stood on a level place, with a great crowd of his disciples and a great multitude of people from all Judea, Jerusalem, and the coast of Tyre and Sidon. 18 They had come to hear him and to be healed of their diseases; and those who were troubled with unclean spirits were cured. 19 And all in the crowd were trying to touch him, for power came out from him and healed all of them.
INTRO: The People / / / The Disciples
BLESSING
1. Poverty
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Hunger
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Sorrow
COMBATING PRIDE
Humiliation that brings Humility
Blessing
How do you become poor? Give generously.
How do you become hungry? Fast regularly.
How do you become sorrowful? Befriend those who suffer.
How do you become hated? Share you faith to a world that rejects it.
AMEN
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Hosts
David Wickenden - Fr. Dan Shoemake
What does it mean to be Charismatic/Pentecostal?
Charismatic Christians emphasize the ministry of the Holy Spirit in the use of Spiritual Gifts and miracles as a normative expression of the truth of the Gospels. Furthermore charismatics affirm and exercise the working of miracles and spiritual gifts in the current Church as a regular demonstration of the Chrstian life.
The distinctive beliefs of Charismatics and Pentecostals are:
- Miracles and signs of God’s supernatural intervention are currently occurring in the Church today.
- The active operation of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit.
- An event subsequent to salvation called the Baptism of the Holy Spirit, in which the Spirit empowers the Christian for the work of the Church.
DEFINITIONS
First: When using the word charismatic in this context - I am not referring to people with strong personalities.
Charismatic - Greek word - Charis (Favor or Gift)
- Refers to the gifts of the Holy Spirit described in Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12 & 14.
So Charismatic Christians are those who operate under the gifts of the Holy Spirit. We will talk further about what exactly those are in our next episode when we break down the scriptural merit for the Charismatic movement.
Pentecostalism - Greek Pente-coste (50th) = Festival of Weeks - in Hebrew, Shavuot (Deuteronomy 16:10 & Exodus 34:22) which occurs 50 days after the Festival of Passover.
This particular label refers to the event in Acts chapter 2, when the disciples were gathered together in the upper room 50 days after the Resurrection of Jesus and tongues of fire fell upon each of them, and they began to speak in tongues.
Baptism in the Holy Spirit -
Refers to a phrase spoken by John the Baptist (Matt 3:11, & Lk 3:16) and the risen Christ in Acts 1:5 “you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” This refers to an event where a Christian is empowered with the Holy Spirit - the distinctive Pentecostal belief is that the initial physical evidence of this indwelling is speaking in tongues - much like the events in Acts 2:3. 10:46, 19:6.
Distinction between Charismatic and Pentecostal
I’ll be using the terms interchangeably.
The movement that began the global revival in the 20th century is commonly called Pentecostalism. Later revivalist movements have identified themselves using the distinction “Charismatic.” In a broad sense the difference between these two movements is about some disagreements about the concept of Baptism in the Holy Spirit.
The Beginnings of Modern Pentecostalism
Although there have been various examples of charismatic and mystics like Hildegard of Bingen, St. Theresa of Avila, and others, the modern conception of tongues has its historical roots in Azuza, California. A one eyed black preacher man named William Seymour began a small mission that became the catalyst for the movement. This led to a transformation in protestant and Catholic experiences of the Holy Spirit.
The Prevalence of the Pentecostal Movement
The Pentecostal and Charismatic movement has completely overtaken the globe. Today it is most prevalent within the charismatic Catholic movement - but has also had an effect on evangelical, and mainline protestant movements. The historic black Church has also widely practiced charismatic worship.
Sermon from February 6th, 2022
Good Samaritan Anglican Church - Buford, Georgia
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Preacher: Fr. Dan Shoemake
Judges 6:11-24
11 Now the angel of the Lord came and sat under the oak at Ophrah, which belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, as his son Gideon was beating out wheat in the wine press, to hide it from the Midianites. 12 The angel of the Lord appeared to him and said to him, “The Lord is with you, you mighty warrior.” 13 Gideon answered him, “But sir, if the Lord is with us, why then has all this happened to us? And where are all his wonderful deeds that our ancestors recounted to us, saying, ‘Did not the Lord bring us up from Egypt?’ But now the Lord has cast us off, and given us into the hand of Midian.” 14 Then the Lord turned to him and said, “Go in this might of yours and deliver Israel from the hand of Midian; I hereby commission you.” 15 He responded, “But sir, how can I deliver Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my family.” 16 The Lord said to him, “But I will be with you, and you shall strike down the Midianites, every one of them.” 17 Then he said to him, “If now I have found favor with you, then show me a sign that it is you who speak with me. 18 Do not depart from here until I come to you, and bring out my present, and set it before you.” And he said, “I will stay until you return.”
19 So Gideon went into his house and prepared a kid, and unleavened cakes from an ephah of flour; the meat he put in a basket, and the broth he put in a pot, and brought them to him under the oak and presented them. 20 The angel of God said to him, “Take the meat and the unleavened cakes, and put them on this rock, and pour out the broth.” And he did so. 21 Then the angel of the Lord reached out the tip of the staff that was in his hand, and touched the meat and the unleavened cakes; and fire sprang up from the rock and consumed the meat and the unleavened cakes; and the angel of the Lord vanished from his sight. 22 Then Gideon perceived that it was the angel of the Lord; and Gideon said, “Help me, Lord God! For I have seen the angel of the Lord face to face.” 23 But the Lord said to him, “Peace be to you; do not fear, you shall not die.” 24 Then Gideon built an altar there to the Lord, and called it, The Lord is peace. To this day it still stands at Ophrah, which belongs to the Abiezrites.
In this second part of Episode 5, Cn. George, David, and Fr. Dan sit down to talk about the scriptural evidence for the Evangelical Church.
First the scriptural evidence that the Church is a place of Conversion, Transformation. Second, that the people of God proclaim the Gospel and share their faith with others.
- Conversion/Revival/Transformation - The belief that the message of the Gospel will change individuals, families, and communities when it is communicated. - Define Conversion - (turning toward)
John 8:32
And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
- A life lived following the text of the scriptures will liberate us from sin.
2 Chronicles 7:14
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land.
- God’s forgiveness and healing is subsequent to our turning toward him.
Acts 2:38
And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
- Conversion requires repentance and baptism.
Acts 9:1-43 (Paul’s Conversion)
- Just because we are religious or churchy does not mean that we are in fact truly following God.
Isaiah 55:7
Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the Lord, that he may have compassion on him, and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.
- Conversion requires a life of transformation. This does not imply perfection, but a life of repentance and walking toward holiness.
Matthew 18:3
3 and said, “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.
- We need to convert to a mentality where we take for granted that Jesus is correct and we are incorrect.
James 4:8
Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
- When we respond to God’s call to conversion, God will cleanse us internally.
Galatians 2:20
I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
- Conversion changes us. We now become empowered by Christ rather than our own human weaknesses.
Romans 12:2
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
- The world does not want to follow Jesus. Our minds are taught the ways that the world wants us to believe, our minds need to be converted.
Romans 10:9-11
In this first of a two-part episode, Canon George, David, and Father Dan sit down to discuss the scriptural evidence of Evangelical Christianity.
Hosts
Cn. George Ivey
David Wickenden
Fr. Dan Shoemake
What does it mean to be Evangelical?
- Scripture - from its basic roots, Evangelical Christians have a high view of scripture. On the most basic level this means that the Bible is the inspired Word of God, and that its teachings are to be learned and obeyed.
2 Timothy 3:16-17
All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work.
- The scripture is the guiding line that we use to realign what is crooked.
1 Timothy 4:13
Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching.
- The scripture is meant to be read not only privately but within the corporate body.
All of Psalm 119 - Lamp unto my feet, Wiser that my teachers, Hidden your word
- The importance of the Law of God as a guiding principle for our lives and development. The scriptures show us how to please God, how to heal from sin, and how to live within the world.
Romans 15:4
For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, that through endurance and through the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.
- The scriptures are intended to teach us and to point us to the hope of God in the world.
John 5:39-40
You search the Scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life; and it is they that bear witness about me, yet you refuse to come to me that you may have life.
- The scriptures are a separate witness that will tell us both who Christ is.
2 Peter 1:20-21
Knowing this first of all, that no prophecy of Scripture comes from someone's own interpretation. For no prophecy was ever produced by the will of man, but men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.
- Scripture is caused by God, God has inspired the scripture, and the truth of the scripture in understanding them comes from a life of obedience and listening to what God is speaking through the scriptures.
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Sun, Jan 30, 2022
Jer 1:4-10 Ps 71:11-20v 1 Cor 14:12-25 Luke 4:21-32
Luke 4:21-32
21 Then he began to say to them, “Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.” 22 All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They said, “Is not this Joseph’s son?” 23 He said to them, “Doubtless you will quote to me this proverb, ‘Doctor, cure yourself!’ And you will say, ‘Do here also in your hometown the things that we have heard you did at Capernaum.’” 24 And he said, “Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in the prophet’s hometown. 25 But the truth is, there were many widows in Israel in the time of Elijah, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, and there was a severe famine over all the land; 26 yet Elijah was sent to none of them except to a widow at Zarephath in Sidon. 27 There were also many lepers in Israel in the time of the prophet Elisha, and none of them was cleansed except Naaman the Syrian.” 28 When they heard this, all in the synagogue were filled with rage. 29 They got up, drove him out of the town, and led him to the brow of the hill on which their town was built, so that they might hurl him off the cliff. 30 But he passed through the midst of them and went on his way.
31 He went down to Capernaum, a city in Galilee, and was teaching them on the sabbath. 32 They were astounded at his teaching, because he spoke with authority.
Sun, Jan 23, 2022
Neh 8:1-12 Ps 113 1 Cor 12:12-27 Luke 4:14-21
SERMON
United in the Word, United in the Body, United in the Spirit
Nehemiah 8:5-6, 8
The point:
Here we see that the scriptures unite the people of God into one single identity - the people-Israel. The scriptures tell them how to live, and they obey. The scriptures describe God’s work in the world, and the people act in accordance with its precepts.
In the same way - we the people of God - are united in our life in the scriptures. When we unite together in our regular observance of the reading of the scriptures - we understand who we are together.
In this way - the scriptures serve to correct our self understanding. The Bible heals our false narratives. The Word corrects the falsehoods we blindly accept.
1 Corinthians 12:12-21
The point:
Paul’s writing leads me to conclude two important observations here:
God created us all for one another. No matter how you feel about each other - God created you to be connected into this one body of Christ.
Luke 4:18-19
The Point:
Here Jesus shows that this one Spirit of God moves him to action. As a man who lives in accordance to the Law, who derives his identity from God, he is empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Jesus is singular in mission. He calls all of those near him to this singular mission. His command to the world is to live by the Spirit following this one single Mission.
When we are united in the Holy Spirit of God - we are united in that one Spirit to action. All of our gifts, our personalities, our re-orientations around the scriptures has the single purpose of Christ’s mission.
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Scripture - from its basic roots, Evangelical Christians have a high view of scripture. On the most basic level this means that the Bible is the inspired Word of God, and that its teaches are to be learned and obeyed.
Conversion/Revival/Transformation - The belief that the message of the Gospel will change individuals, families, and communities when it is communicated.
Proclamation - The gospel when proclaimed changes the world. This moves the Church to an active view on its role in sharing the Gospel with the world.
Four marks: One, Holy, Catholic, Apostolic
- One: We are to be united in heart, soul, mind, and strength.
- Holy: We are to be a set apart people for God.
- Catholic: We are to embody the entire expression and teaching of the Church.
- Apostolic: Christians maintain the apostolic tradition and the teachings of the Church are guarded by the Bishops.
One:Ephesians 4:4-6 There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all and in all.
John 10:30 The Father and I are one.”
John 17:11 Holy Father, protect them in your name that you have given me, so that they may be one, as we are one.
John 17:21 that they may all be one. As you, Father, are in me and I am in you, may they also be in us
Galatians 3:28 There is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer slave or free, there is no longer male and female; for all of you are one in Christ Jesus.
1 Corinthians 12:27 Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.
Holy:Exodus 19:6 but you shall be for me a priestly kingdom and a holy nation. These are the words that you shall speak to the Israelites.”
Leviticus 19:2 Speak to all the congregation of the people of Israel and say to them: You shall be holy, for I the Lord your God am holy.
Leviticus 20:7 Consecrate yourselves therefore, and be holy; for I am the Lord your God.
Leviticus 20:26 You shall be holy to me; for I the Lord am holy, and I have separated you from the other peoples to be mine.
Leviticus 21:8 and you shall treat them as holy, since they offer the food of your God; they shall be holy to you, for I the Lord, I who sanctify you, am holy.
1 Thessalonians 4:7 For God did not call us to impurity but in holiness.
1 Peter 1:16 “You shall be holy, for I am holy.”
Catholic:1 Peter 3:18 For Christ also suffered for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, in order to bring you to God. He was put to death in the flesh, but made alive in the spirit,
Romans 6:10 The death he died, he died to sin, once for all; but the life he lives, he lives to God.
Matthew 28:19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
2 Timothy 1:13-14 Hold to the standard of sound teaching that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Guard the good treasure entrusted to you, with the help of the Holy Spirit living in us.
1 Cor 11:23 For I received from the Lord what I also handed on to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took a loaf of bread
1 Cor 15:3 For I handed on to you as of first importance what I in turn had received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the scriptures,
Apostolic:Eph 2:19-20 So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are citizens with the saints and also members of the household of God, built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the cornerstone.
Rev 21:14 And the wall of the city has twelve foundations, and on them are the twelve names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb.
Acts 2:42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.
2 Tim 1:13-14 Hold to the standard of sound teaching that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Guard the good treasure entrusted to you, with the help of the Holy Spirit living in us.
Matthew 28:19: Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit
In this Episode, Fr. Dan Shoemake and David Wickenden are joined by Sean Kim to discuss Acts 2:42 and the nature of the Church as Catholic.
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In this first episode Fr. Dan, Cn. George, and David sit down and talk about the three streams of Anglicanism: Catholic, Charismatic, and Evangelical worship.
David Wickenden and Fr. Dan Shoemake sit down for an un-choreographed conversation about this podcast and the three streams of Anglican worship: Catholic, Charismatic, and Evangelical