Scripture Reading: John 6:25-35, 47-51
Message: Jesus: Bread of Life
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Scripture: Luke 15:11-32
Sermon: “What a Father!”
Lenten Series: Journeying to Shalom with the Prophets – Looking for Shalom in all the Wrong Places
Scripture Readings: Romans 3:19-28
Message: “Transformation: A Better Reformation”
Pentecost, Lord’s Supper and Profession of Faith!
“God is Like a Gardener”
In this series we take on the curiosity of a wondering child as we examine different aspects of God’s character. If someone were to ask you what God is like, what would your answer be?
Peter doesn’t just step out of the boat. He waits for his Master to say, “Come.” Then he really has no choice, does he? He needs to obey. All is well as long as he keeps his eyes on Jesus. When he focuses on the problem (the stormy sea), he sinks. But even then, when in despair, he can and does place his focus on Jesus, and begs for help, which Jesus gives. We assume that then they walk back to the boat together. Keep your eyes on Jesus!
Christ the Lord is Risen today! Why do you weep? What more do you need to see?
A Good Friday Service of scripture, song and reflection
The good news of the gospel for us today is that Jesus saves us from our sins even as he is with us in our struggles. We can cry out “Hosanna!” (Save us!) to him and know that he will.