Bruised Reed and Smoldering Wick Society Graphical sermon notes by, Rev. Ed Whitman Sunday, October 19, 2014 Evangelical Congregational Church in Dunstable Massachusetts © Copyright 2014 by the author, Rev. Ed Whitman, with permission to freely redistribute.

Bruised Reed and Smoldering Wick Society Matthew 12: 14-21

But the Pharisees went out and plotted how they might kill Jesus. Aware of this, Jesus withdrew from that place. A large crowd followed Him, and He healed all who were ill. He warned them not to tell others about Him.

Matthew 12: This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: “Here is my servant whom I have chosen, the one I love, in whom I delight; I will put my Spirit on Him, and He will proclaim justice to the nations.

Matthew 12: He will not quarrel or cry out; no one will hear His voice in the streets. A bruised reed He will not break, and a smoldering wick He will not snuff out, till He has brought justice through to victory. In His name the nations will put their hope.”

Bruised Reed and Smoldering Wick Society “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened…and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

Lets Pray

Onward Christian Soldiers!  Pastor  Church

The Muscular Jesus

Balance is off? “Just As I Am” emphasis

Balance is off? “Just As I Am” emphasis “Onward Christian Soldiers!” theme

What do you think? Just As I Am Though tossed about With many a conflict, many a doubt, Fightings and fears within, without, O Lamb of God, I come!

What do you think? Just As I Am Onward, Christian Soldiers Though tossed about With many a conflict, many a doubt, Fightings and fears within, without, O Lamb of God, I come! Like a mighty army Moves the Church of God. We are not divided; All one body, we. Christ, the royal Master, Leads against the foe; Forward into battle, See His banners go!

Jesus Was / Is Both! Isaiah 42:1 and Matthew 12:18 Identify Jesus as: “God’s servant…chosen…loved” Matthew 12:20 “A bruised reed He will not break, and a smoldering wick He will not snuff out.” (Isaiah 42:3)

People have “infirmities” with “Everything’s fine!” exteriors

One size doesn’t fit all! I Thessalonians 5:14 “We urge you brothers… encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone.”

The Warrior is a Child People say that I’m amazing Strong beyond my years Never face retreat But they don’t see inside me I’m hiding all the tears

The Warrior is a Child People say that I’m amazing Strong beyond my years Never face retreat But they don’t see inside me I’m hiding all the tears They don’t know that I go running home when I fall down. They don’t know Who picks me up when no one is around.

The Warrior is a Child I drop my sword and look up for a smile, ‘cause deep inside this armor The warrior is a child.

“Come to me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 “Just as I am” representatives “Onward Christian Soldiers!” types

“Just as I am” person  Be more forgiving with brothers and sisters who have not been as sensitive / loving as they should

“Just as I am” person  Be more forgiving with brothers and sisters who have not been as sensitive / loving as they should  Be more daring to open up to the strengthening help that brothers and sisters may offer

“Just as I am” person  Be more forgiving with brothers and sisters who have not been as sensitive / loving as they should  Be more daring to open up to the strengthening help that brothers and sisters may offer  Ask for the fruit of self- discipline to overcome timidity

“Just as I am” person “Onward Soldiers!” person  Be more forgiving with brothers and sisters who have not been as sensitive / loving as they should  Be more daring to open up to the strengthening help that brothers and sisters may offer  Ask for the fruit of self- discipline to overcome timidity  Confess a critical spirit insensitivity or impatience with someone who has infirmities

“Just as I am” person “Onward Soldiers!” person  Be more forgiving with brothers and sisters who have not been as sensitive / loving as they should  Be more daring to open up to the strengthening help that brothers and sisters may offer  Ask for the fruit of self- discipline to overcome timidity  Confess a critical spirit insensitivity or impatience with someone who has infirmities  Ask for a new filling of the fruit of gentleness and patience

“Just as I am” person “Onward Soldiers!” person  Be more forgiving with brothers and sisters who have not been as sensitive / loving as they should  Be more daring to open up to the strengthening help that brothers and sisters may offer  Ask for the fruit of self- discipline to overcome timidity  Confess a critical spirit insensitivity or impatience with someone who has infirmities  Ask for a new filling of the fruit of gentleness and patience  Ask about being more warm to all DECC brothers and sisters.

Bruised Reed and Smoldering Wick Society “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened…and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28