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Living Gratefully
Doctrinal Class - September 30, 2015
A seven class series on the five laws of Providence. 1) Introduction. 2) Freedom: We have freedom to choose our own actions. Whatever seems reasonable to us (see DP 71-99). 3) Change: When we change the external negative behaviors that we are aware of, God takes care of the deeper issues that we are not aware of (DP 100-128). 4) Love: We can't be forced to love or believe anything that we don't want to love or believe. We can only compel ourselves - not others. (DP 129-153). 5) Enlightenment: We are inspired and led by God through teachings from the Word. (DP 154-174). 6) Trust: We cannot see providence in action, but only in retrospect.(DP 175-190). 7) Review | By Rev. Eric H. Carswell | Bryn Athyn Cairnwood Village
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The Lord's Purpose
Worship Service: Sermon only - September 27, 2015
Our "Living Gratefully" series focuses on the five laws of Providence, asking us to see the ways the Lord governs and guides us as gifts that we can be grateful for. What was the Lord's underlying purpose in giving us these laws. Knowing why He leads us helps us understand how He does so, and helps us understand what we can do to gratefully respond to his leading. | By Rev. Erik J. Buss | Bryn Athyn Cathedral
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Don't Beat Yourself Up
Worship Service: Sermon only - August 23, 2015
Sometimes we judge ourselves more harshly than the Lord does. Remember He says, "My yoke is easy, and My burden is light." | By Rev. Garry B. Walsh | Phoenix, AZ
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Gideon Part 1 - Weakness and Strength – You Mighty Man of Valour
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - August 09, 2015
This week we begin a three-week series on the story of Gideon, one of the Judges of Israel. This week, we hear about his startling call: an angel appeared to him, called him a mighty man of valour, and told him he would rescue Israel from their enemies. The problem? Gideon was the youngest son in an unimportant family, and didn't feel much like a mighty man at all. And yet - God chose him to conquer the enemy. In our own lives: how does God transform our weakness into power? How can we see ourselves as mighty men and women of valour when we know from experience just how weak we are? | By Rev. Coleman S. Glenn | Westville, RSA
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Those Who Are With Us
Worship Service: Sermon only - August 02, 2015
The prophet Elisha and his servant were surrounded by a huge enemy army. It seemed hopeless - until Elisha prayed to the Lord and the servant's eyes were opened to see the angelic army that vastly outnumbered the enemy. When we feel alone, how can our eyes be opened to the reality that "those who are with us are more than those who are against us"? | By Rev. Coleman S. Glenn | Westville, RSA
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The Lord's Coming Part 3 - A New Heaven and a New Earth
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - June 21, 2015
At the end of the book of Revelation, John records seeing "a new heaven and a new earth," and the Holy City descending out of heaven. As we've talked about for the last few weeks, in the New Church we believe this prophecy has been fulfilled and is continuing to be fulfilled. But where is that new heaven? Where is that new earth? And what does it mean to live within the walls of the Holy City? | By Rev. Coleman S. Glenn | Westville, RSA
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The Lord's Coming, Part 2: The Last Judgement
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - June 14, 2015
Some of the prophecies of the Lord’s coming are beautiful and hopeful but others sound rather cataclysmic and disturbing. This Sunday we’re continuing our series on the coming of the Lord by talking about the Lord coming to perform a Last Judgement. The New Church teaches that the Last Judgement has already taken place. Wondering how you missed it? Listen to it on-line. | By Rev. Malcolm G. Smith | Westville, RSA
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One Sinner That Repents
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - May 24, 2015
The topic for this Sunday is the Lord's mercy. Is the Lord always merciful? Does that mean that it doesn't matter how we live our lives? | By Rt. Rev. Peter M. Buss, Sr. | Westville, RSA
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Life After Death
Worship Service: Sermon only - May 17, 2015
On Sunday we conclude our two-part series on dying, death, and grief. This Sunday we will focus on life after death. What happens to a person's spirit when their body has died? Are they in some sense still with us? And how do those of us who are left behind continue to live with hope and joy after the death of a loved one? | By Rev. Coleman S. Glenn | Westville, RSA
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Life Before Death
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - May 10, 2015
On Sunday we begin a two-part series on dying, death, and grief. This Sunday we will focus on life before death. What is the value and purpose of natural life? Why do some people die earlier than others? What comfort and perspective does the Lord offer in His Word to those who are approaching death or grieving the death of a loved one? Also, Being Mother's Day the children's talk focuses on the value of parents and mother's in particular. | By Rev. Malcolm G. Smith | Westville, RSA
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Comprehending Disasters
Worship Service: Children & Adult - May 03, 2015
4 lessons, sermon Readings: Genesis 6:1-8; Luke 13:1-9; Arcana Coelestia 6493; Spiritual Experiences (Minor) 4630. Sermon: Disasters spring from human choices and infernal spheres of misfortune that affect the good and evil alike, while the Lord governs all for our eternal happiness. | By Rev. Kenneth J. Alden | Boynton Beach, FL
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The Road to Emmaus
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - April 12, 2015
Have you been disappointed in how little your religion has changed your life? Does it not seem to have the power you wanted it to have, to bring change and happiness into your relationships? One part of the Easter story addresses this. | By Rt. Rev. Peter M. Buss, Sr. | Westville, RSA
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The Laws of Divine Providence
Doctrinal Class - March 11, 2015
A three class series. | By Rev. Eric H. Carswell | Bryn Athyn Cathedral Social Hall
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Divine Providence Audiobook Ch. 6-7
A continuation of the serial audiobook of Angelic Wisdom Regarding Divine Providence, penned by Emanuel Swedenborg. First published 1764, translated from the original Latin by N. Bruce Rogers. Copyright 2003 General Church of the New Jerusalem. Used by permission. Read by Judah Synnestvedt | By Emanuel Swedenborg | Kempton, PA
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Not The King's Meat
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - January 11, 2015
Family Service - Talk Title - Not The King's Meat 1st Lesson: Daniel 1 2nd Lesson: Arcana Coelestia 995 (Selections) 3rd Lesson: Divine Providence 233.8 | By Rev. Louis D. Synnestvedt | Kempton, PA
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His Name, Part 3 - Prince of Peace
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - January 04, 2015
There are two parts that make up inner peace. Trust in the Lord Jesus Christ and living His commandments. When we really engage with these two practices, we will have a deep peace in our soul. | By Rev. Derrick Lumsden | Sarver, PA
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Divine Providence Audiobook Ch. 3
A serial audio book of Angelic Wisdom Regarding Divine Providence, penned by Emanuel Swedenborg. First published 1764, translated from the original Latin by N. Bruce Rogers. Copyright 2003 General Church of the New Jerusalem. Used by permission. Read by Judah Synnestvedt. | By Emanuel Swedenborg | Kempton, PA
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Do Not Resist Evil, Part 4 – Worthlessness and Shame
Worship Service: Sermon only - November 30, 2014
"You're absolutely worthless!" "I'm a useless piece of..." Do you ever hear these words--from other people or inside your own head? Are they true? Are you worthless? Or think about it the other way: if you are not worthless, why do you have worth? What makes you worthy? It's tricky to sort out. And dealing with feelings of worthlessness is even harder. But the Lord can help us to understand and deal with all of this, and differently from what we might expect. | By Rev. Malcolm G. Smith | Westville, RSA
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Joseph, The Butler And The Baker
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - November 30, 2014
Family Service - Talk Title - Joseph, The Butler And The Baker 1st Lesson: Genesis 40 2nd Lesson: Arcana Coelestia 5095 (selections) | By Rev. Louis D. Synnestvedt | Kempton, PA
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Divine Protection On Life's Pilgrimage
Worship Service: Family (may include music) - November 23, 2014
Family Service - Title - Divine Protection on Life's Pilgrimage 1st Lesson: Mark 4: 35-41; Luke 12: 4-7 2nd Lesson: Arcana Coelestia 8211:5, 7989a | By Rev. Lawson M. Smith | Kempton, PA
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Do Not Resist Evil 1– Dealing With Doubt
Worship Service: Sermon only - November 09, 2014
When we are attacked by feelings of doubt, shame, fear, or worthlessness, we often try to simply push those feelings away. It usually doesn’t work. But there is another way: instead of resisting these things, we can let ourselves experience them. We can even see what is valuable in them, and let the rest pass on by. This week, the first in a four-part series, we will focus specifically on how to do this with doubt. From our mundane doubts about that day's decisions, to the big doubts about God and the purpose of life - how do we honestly face our doubts without being overwhelmed by them? | By Rev. Coleman S. Glenn | Westville, RSA
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Divine Providence Audiobook Ch. 1-2
A serial audio book of Angelic Wisdom Regarding Divine Providence, penned by Emanuel Swedenborg. First published 1764, translated from the original Latin by N. Bruce Rogers. Copyright 2003 General Church of the New Jerusalem. Used by permission. Read by Judah Synnestvedt. (For more chapters, select "Divine Providence - Audiobook" from the Group search button.) | By Emanuel Swedenborg | Kempton, PA
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Living Gratefully 1: The Need for Gratitude
Worship Service: Childrens Talk & Adult Sermon - October 26, 2014
Do you feel like you’re on a treadmill that’s going too fast for you to keep up? It’s a busy and stressful time of year and it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and like there’s just too much to deal with. How can the Lord help us cope with all of this? Gratitude—the Lord commands us to be grateful and when we understand why and start practising gratitude it can make a huge difference to our experience of even the most stressful situations | By Rev. Malcolm G. Smith | Westville, RSA
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Amos–The Word of a Prophet 4 – Promise of Blessings to Come
Worship Service: Sermon only - October 19, 2014
After all the threats of destruction throughout the book of Amos, the prophecy ends on a hopeful note: the promise of a return to a fruitful land. Is this promise being made to us? And if so, what was the purpose of all the threats of destruction that came before? We’re wrapping up our series on the book of Amos and continuing to grapple with the question of how we can hear the Lord speaking to us today through the ancient, sometimes obscure prophecies recorded in the Bible. | By Rev. Coleman S. Glenn | Westville, RSA
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