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Kenneth H Carter Jr
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Not finished with Easter
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/blogs/archive/2009-04/not-finished-easter
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Easter
,
Resurrection
,
Community
,
Scripture
Source:
The Christian Century
Kenneth H. Carter Jr
. observes that the Sundays after Easter relate Jesus' resurrection to the Hebrew scriptures, as seen in Peter's speech in Acts 3:11-26 and Jesus' post-resurrection appearance to his disciples in Luke 24:36-49.
Say What Needs to Be Said
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/blogs/archive/2009-04/say-what-needs-be-said
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Easter
,
Resurrection
,
Sermon
,
Preaching
Source:
The Christian Century
Kenneth H. Carter Jr
. reflects on the task of preaching Jesus' resurrection on Easter, noting Mark's "briefest and most unsettling of the resurrection accounts" (16:1-8) and Paul's confidence in the resurrection (1 Corinthians 15).
Anchored and Free
Article about Worship by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.ministrymatters.com/all/entry/6572/anchored-and-free
Article about Worship
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Christmas
,
Tradition
,
Freedom
Source:
Ministry Matters
Kenneth H. Carter, Jr
. reflects on how Christmas Eve is anchored in traditions of familiar Scriptures, carols, and rituals, yet there is freedom to discover God's presence afresh.
From High to Low
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/blogs/archive/2011-04/high-low
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Easter
,
Resurrection
,
Doubt
,
Witness
Source:
The Christian Century
Though the Sunday after Easter may be called "low Sunday," it is an opportunity for the church to delve into a deeper, more nuanced faith, writes
Kenneth H. Carter Jr
. in this reflection on John 20:24-31.
Generous Orthodoxy: A Theological Resource for a Way Forward
Article by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.ministrymatters.com/all/entry/8347/generous-orthodoxy-a-theological-resource-for-a-way-forward
Article
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Faith
,
Grace
,
Generosity
,
Orthodoxy
Source:
Ministry Matters
Arguing in favor of what Hans Frei calls a "generous orthodoxy," this article by
Kenneth H. Carter
discusses the importance both of adhering to the ecumenical history of Christianity and of treating the views of others...
One Church, Many Contexts
Article by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.ministrymatters.com/all/entry/9168/one-church-many-contexts
Article
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Unity
,
Missions
,
Witness
,
Divisions
Source:
Ministry Matters
Kenneth H. Carter Jr
. encourages contextualization to be considered in conversations that tend to cause division to better unite the Church and show God's love while advancing God's mission.
Help...Stay Away!
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Kenneth H Carter Jr
http://day1.org/1437-helpstay_away
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Self deception
,
Providence
,
God
,
Psalms
Source:
Day1
Kenneth H. Carter, Jr
.'s reflection on Psalm 121 reminds us that when our journey in this world becomes difficult, our help comes from God who watches over us all along the journey.
Mainline Protestants and Disruptive Innovation
Article by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.faithandleadership.com/mainline-protestants-and-disruptive-innovation
Article
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Leadership
,
Church
Source:
Faith and Leadership
Kenneth H. Carter, Jr
., L. Gregory Jones, and Susan Pendleton Jones argue in this article that mainline Protestantism has been blind to disruptive forces but offer hope for the future.
Disrupting Mainline Protestantism Through The Digital Revolution
Article by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.faithandleadership.com/disrupting-mainline-protestantism-through-digital-revolution
Article
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Church
,
Community
,
Technology
,
Culture
Source:
Faith and Leadership
This article by
Kenneth H. Carter, Jr
., L. Gregory Jones, and Susan Pendleton Jones explores how mainline Protestant denominations can use digital communication to help connect with the culture and their parishioners.
What Kind of Church Will They Inherit?
Article by Kenneth H Carter Jr
http://day1.org/6881-bishop_ken_carter_what_kind_of_church_will_they_inherit
Article
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Evangelism
,
Church
,
Intergenerational issues
,
Missions
Source:
Day1
Kenneth Carter
, Jr. talks about "attractional" "missional" and "inherited" church and invites fellow believers to rediscover the power of God's prevenient grace and the call to see the world as our parish.
After the Flood
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/blogs/archive/2009-02/after-flood
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Baptism
,
Death
,
Lent
,
Promises
Source:
The Christian Century
Kenneth H. Carter Jr
. reflects on Genesis 8-9 and 1 Peter 3:21, on the aftermath of the flood, hurricane Katrina, and God’s promises that sustain us through the long, lenten days.
Treasure Chest
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/article/2007-07/treasure-chest-0
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Generosity
,
Eschatology
,
Treasure
Source:
The Christian Century
The investment of our time, our money, our energies: where is all of this leading us? In this passage on Luke 12:22-40,
Kenneth H. Carter Jr
. examines our priorities when it comes to generosity.
In the Spirit's Way
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/blogs/archive/2009-05/spirits-way
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Gifts of the Spirit
,
Holy Spirit
,
Gentiles
,
Peter
Source:
The Christian Century
Kenneth Carter
Jr. reflects on Peter's response to the pouring out of God's Spirit on the Gentiles: "Who was I that I could hinder God" (Acts 11:17). In what ways do we hinder God's Spirit?
Facing a Decision
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Kenneth H Carter Jr
http://day1.org/2724-facing_a_decision
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Awareness of God
,
Promises
,
Sabbath
,
Calling/Vocation
Source:
Day1
Kenneth Carter
's sermon reflects on the wisdom in Jeremiah 6:16 for times of decision. God invites us to stand and look, to ask "where the good way lies," to walk in it and find rest.
Seeking Signs
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/article/2011-03/sunday-may-1-2011
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Easter
,
Faith
,
Doubt
,
Sign
Source:
The Christian Century
Reflecting on Thomas' reaction to the risen Christ in this message on John 14:5-6, 20:19-31, Acts 2:14, and 1 Peter 1:3-9,
Kenneth H. Carter
writes on the relationship between seeking signs and experience in faith development.
Our Hope, God's Faithfulness
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Kenneth H Carter Jr
http://day1.org/1121-our_hope_gods_faithfulness
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Advent
,
God's Presence
,
Sermon
Source:
Day1
In this sermon on 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 and Mark 13:32-37,
Kenneth Carter
, Jr. encourages Christians to pay attention to God’s presence and work in the world.
Why Are You Looking Up?
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/blogs/archive/2009-05/why-are-you-looking
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Ascension
,
Heaven
,
Vision
,
Hope
Source:
The Christian Century
Reflecting on Acts 1:1-11,
Kenneth Carter
Jr. writes that we live in the interim, gripped by both an upward and a downward vision. We need to look to heaven and immerse ourselves in the daily life....
Our Spiritual Bottom Line
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Kenneth H Carter Jr
http://day1.org/965-our_spiritual_bottom_line
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Parables
,
Justice
Source:
Day1
In this sermon on Matthew 25:31-46 for Christ the King Sunday,
Kenneth Carter
, Jr. argues that in Jesus’ parable, we are to see ourselves reflected in the lost and hurting sheep.
Seeking the Hope Above
Scripture Meditation/Sermon by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.christiancentury.org/article/2011-03/easter-sunday-april-24-2011
Scripture Meditation/Sermon
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Easter
,
Hope
,
Heaven
,
Eschatology
Source:
The Christian Century
Dwelling on heaven above,
Kenneth H. Carter
explains the hope that Christians have obtained through the resurrection of Christ in this Easter message on Colossians 3:1-4.
Philippians: Toward A More Faithful Stewardship
Sermon Preparation or Illustration by Kenneth H Carter Jr
https://www.ministrymatters.com/all/entry/198/the-letter-to-the-philippians-preaching-and-teaching-toward-a-more-faithful-stewardship
Sermon Preparation or Illustration
by
Kenneth H Carter Jr
Topics:
Faith
,
Stewardship
,
Faithfulness
,
Philippians
Source:
Ministry Matters
Kenneth Carter
comments on each chapter of the Letter to the Philippians as a resource for preaching and teaching about stewardship. "The mission of Jesus Christ in the world is always the result of sacrifice."
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