as they march him for judgment hall to judgment hall, as his friends denied him not once but thrice, this was a hopeless case yawl has the crowd cried crucify him. In this text Paul is writing to the church at Rome, because the church . <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Whether you leave home to go to college, get married, enter the work force or join a branch of the armed forces, stay connected to the Body of Christ. Its dead. <> Thank you for joining us for todays worship service with Danny Sullivan! With Jesus every hopeless case every hopeless person, every hopeless situation becomes a case of hope. I have prayed for some dumb stuff in my life and Im glad God didnt give it to me, have I got a witness in here. He is not a man, God said. By Gboyega Omolaye. Biblical Commentary Please understand, I think going to church is important and I heartily recommend it my livelihood depends on it but Id be the first to say, going to church is fundamentally important only as it leads you into a greater knowledge of Gods love and a closer relationship to Jesus Christ. He knew all about Robin Hood and his band of merry men who lived in Sherwood Forest, and he wasn't sure he approved. It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God. And I like to believe that, beyond the pain of the moment, theres a bigger picture we cant always see, but we can trust and, so, believe that all things work together for good for those who love God, to those who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28). Jesus went on to say, Remain in me, and I in you. Some try but it is very evident after a while. Its a word we all need to hear: Whether you change jobs, move to a new location, retire, experience the death of a loved one, enter a new chapter of your life, stay connected. Deep down inside knowing that you were at a point of no-return that no matter how often you might come back home for a visit, this was a time of stepping out on your own? 2. Leo H. McCrary II - May 15, 2022 Responsive Reading - 1 Kings 19:2-13 Key Verse - 1 Kings 19:8 A story of lost hope, expectation and security for a season. " Let's not get ourselves distracted from the big picture of what a small number of Christians in a small town anywhere can do when, freed from distraction, they live and share their faith in unity. Try and eliminate all distractions. The text begins, I am the true vine, It was obvious that he had his mind made up. We often lose connectivity as we drift Denomination: But if you hold on to your hope, how many know you can get it all back. Feel the stability of a deeply rooted community of faith. Ill make sure you have a child, old as you are! Its no secret so often, when kids strike out on their own, they quit going to church. And thats too bad, because, lacking a strong community of support, they become all the more vulnerable to the temptations of the world. When we lose our focus, we can be distracted, and disaster can happen. Jakes calls on us to walk into our destiny and embrace our true purpose in life. Well preacher why must I go through what Im going through if its going to pass. Passion and purpose are joined at the hip and move together, lock-step, towards destiny. Im talking to somebody who is going through something right now. , can you see my Jesus as the put the nails in his hands. When I was a child, I learned the secret of opening the Bible to the middle and finding the Book of Psalms. <> You are the branches. Check out these helpful resources Biblical Commentary Sermons Childern's Sermons Hymn Lists John 15:1-8 Stay Connected! I didnt think he would. So the woman went her way, and did eat, and her countenance was no more sad. 2 A bastard shall not enter into the congregation of the Lord; even to his tenth generation shall he not enter into the congregation of the Lord. 1-DEBORAH 2-GIDEON 3-SAMSON 4-OTHNIEL 5-EHUD 6-SHAMGAR 7-TOLA 8-JAIR 9-JEPHTHAH 10-IBZAN 11-ELON 12-ABDON. Do we listen to his teachings, follow his example and walk in his fellowship? Our current circumstances should never limit us from reaching our true potential. And, as he thought about how various members of the church would react, he had to admit that he was wrong. In the Old Testament lesson this morning, we heard Isaiahs song of the vineyard. We must turn our struggles into the vehicles that spur our transformation. Look at your Neighbor and tell them Don't Lose Your Hope, lose your car, lose your house, lose your money and your honey, lose your health and your job. A story of lost hope, expectation and security for a season. Don't Lose Your Connection Pt. Stop conforming! For in, God every hopeless case becomes a case of hope. You need to find the wheelhouse of what you were called to do. Session will continue to monitor the situation and make adjustments accordingly. May my life produce fruit that will bring You glory and honour. 8:00-4:30 Monday thru Thursday Check out these helpful resources The bottom line is, pruning makes the plant healthy. Chomping at the bits, perhaps, to move out on your own? You drove out the nations, and planted it. For how many know that, Will Not Lose. When we "move," we bring about the growth we desire. Redeemed How I love to Proclaim it! If the congregation agreed, then Id give him my blessing, as well as my full support; but if not, he needed to reconsider. If you are in a job that drains you, its time to galvanize your forces and take the necessary steps to move on. Scripture quotations are from the World English Bible (WEB), a public domain (no copyright) modern English translation of the Holy Bible. )c 5[ax`;wq cW~rDem zy)ooV#Fh5:8Y`7,*Lzd_PUP _@mnO[ma i&+l`yDf&Fft!A^V#I7]',??-D.2rUjR(~$nci'-T LG~V9( ml,oolb2n'. What more powerful statement of faith can there be than those three simple words? Amen. Thought: Don't Lose Hope. Bishop TD Jakes is one of most influential voices in America. He alright whit me And he will do the same for you today. Many people attend our services and I thank God for that. I know Im talking to somebody up in here! From his electric sermon, The Starving Prince, from The Potters House Sunday service, Jakes challenges us to believe in our purpose. Well my brothers and my sisters I wanted to give us a working definition of hope so that we will be on the same page. Face masks are optional. It opened my eyes and made me more sensitive and compassionate toward those whove had similar experiences. We are on a winning team we have a winning captain We Will Not Lose! Proverbs 2, 5124 Camp Robinson Rd. Having someone's back is a term that arose from urban street fighting where a partner or ally would stay with you and protect your back in the thick of the fray. The road will be taxing, but the promise of fulfilling your true purpose will fortify your conviction. the same bears much fruit, Now you may have the most expensive phone on the planet but if it is not connected to the tower, it is no good. and proven character, hope: If you hold on to your hope you will rise again. Copyright 2023 TDJ Enterprises, All Rights Reserved. Drop the Gordita! Only a connection to the Vine gives life. PSALMS 51:10. In the words of the old gospel hymn, he is the tie that binds our hearts together in Christian love. 1 Samuel speaks of Hannah and her inability to conceive: 13 Now Hannah, she spake in her heart; only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard: therefore Eli thought she had been drunken. All I want to know is did, say it. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> E!UF`Q##v[[l& ping anser putter 85068 value; italian village commission. I can think of four ways prayer, study, fellowship and service. He who remains in me, and I in him, Consider an athlete or a famous musician. One of them is our being connected to Jesus. The question is, how? Identity: Discover Who You Are and Live A Life Of Purpose, 7 Things That Happened In 2016 We Can Be Grateful For. Do you have a way with numbers? As Christians, were anything but immune from tragedy and loss. because Gods love has been poured out into our hearts 18 And she said, Let thine handmaid find grace in thy sight. Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. ", Judges were given rule over Israel because they would not adhere to the word of God, Moab = No Structure- No Foundation- No Covering, And Elimelech Naomis husband died; and she was left, and her two sons, Naomis Left with a burden and a blessing, Burden - Husbands death - Death of a union Blessing- two sons, 1) Dead Dreams 2) Dead Expectations 3) No Hope 4) No Security. Worship bulletin: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rDSqDu0Em6FdOlIdGxF6bNRtdzR32rGo/view?usp=share_link, Sermon: Just Do It, and Be Blessed, based on Micah 6:1-8 and Matthew 5:1-12, Worship bulletin: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VbdUXOhcDqdqlbvuUEDK567j7U0Rv3iX/view?usp=share_link, Sermon: New Beginnings, based on Matthew 4:12-23, Worship bulletin: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o6Bf8WpPT-bfkppbP3vetXcddjy-iwC7/view?usp=share_link, Sermon: Are You Listening?, based on Isaiah 42:1-9 and Matthew 3:13-17, Worship bulletin: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1z9CgCCBHk5kffZsNKUDGZpkfllt_Q3e1/view?usp=share_link, Sermon: Recalculating, An Epiphany sermon based on Matthew 2:1-12, Worship bulletin: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NdV2VucYzAL1YvSw2xwlGFFvtGXYLuNx/view?usp=share_link. 10.CREATE IN ME A CLEAN HEART OH GOD, AND RENEW A. that cuts and breaks with tenderest touch, For our premium ad-free experience, including exclusive podcasts, issues and more, subscribe to. And they came into the country of Moab, and continued there. [Elimelech] God is my king [Mahlon] Infirmity [Chilion] Finished. Faith - produces hearing Hearing - Produces Order Order - Produces Obedience, Visited his People Hearing there cry and seen their affliction again answers there, His People shows the: 1) Care 2) Support 3) Provision of God. Over the past few years one of the complaints about the Church, and that's . Summary: A story of lost hope, expectation and security for a season. When he wore a younger mans clothes, the VOICE had called him on a journey with no fixed destination. , in God every hopeless person becomes a case of hope. As the branch cant bear fruit by itself, Copyright 2003, Philip W. McLarty. Start with prayer, then spend a few minutes reading the Bible. THIS PASSAGE OF PSALMS IS MY SECOND MOST FAVORITE PASSAGE IN THE BIBLE. DAVID SEEMS TO HAVE LOST FAVOR WITH GOD AND HE SEEMS TO BE TRYING TO FIX IT. Sermon John 15:1-8 Stay Connected! x\mo8>@7HHtCfo`[i[N6DJ]L|-V=TmX}.r~|jv+?Vj=>3g\dO/~,s"R7?$?|KT%RVo$I$uFenUX9ws6I0s#GKH_/~6f6:c`E\dAG^8/I\Sw$g`N\J~l`y_|DjY 6q||j4 Text: John 15:1-8 for May 3rd, 2015 by Pastor Bolwerk 1 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. lose your car, lose your house, lose your money and your honey, lose your health and your job. Its one of the best ways to stay connected to the Body of Christ because, as often as not, Christ reveals himself to us in the form of the poor and the stranger, so that when we reach out to those in need, especially those who cant return the favor, we reach out to Christ. The Reverend Cherie Hambleton will preside at Our Table and offering the Liturgy of the Lord's Supper for Communion Sunday. Lord Jesus, You are indeed the True Vine. Jakes reminds us that asyou get to know more about yourself your likes, dislikes, values and triggers you will have a greater sense of whether or not the life you lead suits you. 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Godspeed, I thought to myself, Godspeed., A SUBSCRIBER SAYS: SermonWriter is well thought out and lends itself to ideas for sermons (as opposed to being lazy and using whats there).. For 18 months, it can still stagger around and peck at the ground with it's neck, but make no mistake, the chicken is dead. Donna and I stood in the front yard, gave him a big hug and wished him well. % To save items to a SermonFolder, please sign in to your account. for apart from me you can do nothing. (4-5). The chicken without a head may have the semblance of life. Well, he didnt present his idea to the congregation. Today were going to kill a hopelessness demon up in here today. The storm must pass. My prayer for you today, and my prayer for all of you each day, is simply this, that you stay connected to Jesus Christ, now and always. So then, when you attend a service, get connected to the Spirit of God. But that shouldnt stop you from finding passages that are clear and self-evident and speak directly to your life. Turn your tumultuous relationship around, heal the wounds that hold you back, dare to take a step towards your dream career. Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. that feels the knife to prune it for a larger growth, a fuller life RIGHT SPIRIT WITHIN ME. I dont care how bad that home, care how bad those children are, how bad that marriage, its got to pass. We can all tap into our own inner excellence and radiate this same energy. Danny Sullivan delivers the message around connection. Resources to inspire you and your congregation! Sermon Text: Heb 12:1-2 Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares . Prayer enables us to be in communion with God. and hope doesnt disappoint us, Where there is passion, connect it to your purpose. I dont know about you, but I dont enjoy pruning trees, though Ive done my share. 4 0 obj Learn more. Gather your wine/juice and bread if you would like to partake of Communion. T.D. By Dr. Philip W. McLarty Heres the sum of it all: Jesus said, I am the vine. Thank you! Hope says if you trust and. 5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ; It is connection that builds and sustains relationships. And they took them wives of the women of Moab; the name of the one was Orpah, and the name of the other Ruth: and they dwelled there about ten years. You cannot do any profitable work with it besides playing some games. Abraham believed God. They wouldve been quick to make the connection: Jesus was the new Israel, the one through whom God was establishing a new covenant. Its not that they doubt God its not that they stop believing God but it seems like at this time they needed God to speed things up, is there any body in the room today its not that you are living in doubt or disbelieve but you want God to speed things up. In this sermon Lost Signal, if you're feeling like your connection with God is down, it's time to reconnect. For whatever you presence to the Lord he will bring it to pass in his own time, I wish I had a witness in here. In much the same way, the church today bears the name of Jesus Christ; the question is, how well do we know him as Lord and Savior? (John 15:4) Only a connection to the Vine gives life. just give it over to Jesus and he will make your hopeless case a case for hope. They thrive in the skill that defines them, and the energy flow is seamless. %FUP> <> And it seems like God is taking his own good time. Finally, I suggested that he take the matter before the congregation, that Id give him time from the pulpit to make his case. What about you! By Dr. Philip W. McLarty This may be a stretch for some of you, but can you remember Events, joys, prayers, updates see It all in The Tidings monthly newsletter! Staying connected is the key. You dont have to be a scholar, and you dont have to spend all day; just open the Bible and read a few lines. Look at someone and say look at me now. 2 0 obj However, I often seen many who when the worship is happening, they just look here and there. 15 And Hannah answered and said, No, my lord, I am a woman of a sorrowful spirit: I have drunk neither wine nor strong drink, but have poured out my soul before the Lord. So here Paul has encouraging words for them and for us today, even before J. Jackson coin the phrase keep hope alive. Jakes uses his gift for connecting with people to inspire us to be the best versions of ourselves. Every bad situation has got to pass. Only by staying connected to the Vine can you produce fruit. When someone has your back, you don't worry about being hit from behind. Ruth 1: 6-17. faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God. When you support BAPC, you strengthen community programs, build a safer and more accessible church, and inspire generations! Thank you for joining us for todays worship service with Danny Dodd! Your hope suggest you W A I T. W whether the storm, wait for you have an A anchor in Jesus. For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. Years ago, I had a friend who wanted to do something I thought was plainly unethical, and I told him so. endobj says Gods got a plan and hes working it out for you. Key Verse: "Woe to him who covets evil gain for his house, That he may set his nest on high, That he may be delivered from the power of disaster! dave davies wife. The vinedresser prunes the branches to make them strong and productive. Spend some time in the company of other Christians, and, finally, do a good deed each day for someone less fortunate. God uses the hardships of our lives to strengthen our faith and make us fit disciples in the building of his kingdom on earth. If you follow me, you won't be stumbling through the darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life" (John 8:12 NLT). He couldnt wait to get on the road, to get on with his life. And how many know you dont need but one. Aint GOD alright Just when I thought I was hopeless case Jesus made me a case of hope. In the sermon this morning, Id like for us to look more closely at this passage to see how it speaks to us today, and then Id like to suggest four disciplines to help us stay connected to the Body of Christ throughout the changing seasons of our lives. To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. <>>> Have you ever had a moment when you realized that what you believed was real was only your imagination - or when you discovered that a "truth" was more ficti. Visited his People - Hearing there cry and seen their affliction again answers there. neither is that circumcision which is outward in the flesh; Your actions will loosen the ties that bind and will move you closer to where you are supposed to be. 1. To start saving items to a SermonFolder, please create an account. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 6 min read. But if we are not really in Christ connected to Him through His Word, through Prayer and Holy Communion then like a branch that is not really connected to the vine our faith is going to wither out. [25] But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it. Some cell phones are expensive and some are very smartly priced and inexpensive. When he tried to convince me, we got into a big argument. All this is to say, when Jesus said, I am the true vine, his listeners would have known exactly what he was talking about. For hope suggest it wont be this way all the time. Find a verse or two and let them give you comfort and strength. Too Old Life has brought your hope, dreams and expectations to a conclusion. So, where does God fit into all this? and perseverance, proven character; Dead branches get in the way, and too many branches sap the strength of the plant. Many marriages are made with foriegners and has a possible pre-numpt with the devil. Having trouble logging into your account? I can prune trees, but I dont like to, because I know that once I whack off a limb thats growing, it wont be long before itll wither and die. Don't lose your connection! To put it differently, just having your name on the roll isnt enough. The Reverend Monnie Caine will preside at Our Table and offer the Liturgy of the Lord's Supper for Communion Sunday. In this text Paul is writing to the church at Rome, because the church at this time had become discouraged. things work together for the good of those who love the Lord, these things. People don't lose heart because life is hard. There are some things in life that cannot be faked. Abide in Me, and I in you. Amen. 2023 LEVY CHURCH OF CHRIST Powered by, Building a Strong Family for the Glory of God, 2023 - Redeemed How I love to Proclaim it, Profiles in Unashamed Faith - May/Josephson, Living in the First World Century - Wednesday Winter Qtr 2019-20, 1st Peter Unashamed of the Gospel in a Morally Shameless Society - Winter Quarter 2019, 2019 Wisdom for Living Well With Others (Proverbs). The Reverend Cherie Hambleton will preside at Our Table and offer the Liturgy of the Lord's Supper for Communion Sunday. Ive read the end of the story we all live happy ever after, We Will Not Lose! The Inheritance You Can't Lose. He counsels them to return to their first love; to keep Jesus first in their hearts. When someone has your back you can concentrate on the struggle in front of you without worrying about dangers you cannot see. Wait preacher wait a minute what if I name it and claim it, and somebody else drives off in it. Please login to your NOAH account to Comment and Like content on this site. Rubbing shoulders with those who share the faith can give you a boost when you get discouraged. When we modern, technologically-oriented westerners read, we expect to receive objective information that will benefit us and answer questions. Get you one good, God said it. Gj*s&{0~]y\i8a[qX'yQZ,A9lF(DMtk[OlN6g|@=t/kom1[8WGc=!F6oQ*g%CHTy1=GqmM0T_)I1j;Z/?$[di63jp A-IhVZH${>j[e!{^|$d>5Mmf9a]JZ i_n$y?FvGsr1rV=04{Rm-@@*S2tR\g2[k}%S$3VAF-{/:jB-~(Yteb`u3ooW2[MdU {@5,]GjFm%)\[JXc8`U >&DQ4Af/Gw|F"BmAMAm( Well here the reason, you will never appreciate getting up until you been down, you will never appreciate getting over until youve been under, you will never appreciate a smile until you had to frown, you will never appreciate being free until you been bound, you will never appreciate the sun shine until you been through the rain. Its that simple, but it can make all the difference in discerning Gods will for your life and knowing that God is with you, whatever situations and circumstances you may be facing at the moment. All Rights Reserved | 1997-2023 Richard Niell Donovan. But the beckoning was always one of blessing: Ill give you land beyond measure! He who remains in me, and I in him, Jakes calls on us to shed our toxic distractions and share our divine spark on a daily basis. whatever youre going through will pass. No one who comes to me will ever be hungry again. endobj Were you meant to counsel others? The spiritual weight of having hope and never losing it is . This may be a stretch for some of you, but can you remember your high school graduation? Robin's followers might well be called "merry men", but the good Friar knew well that many of them were thieves and robbers and bandits. In his Letter to the Romans, Paul writes, For he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, You cleared the ground for it. Click here for more information. Relating to other Christians can also keep you from going off on a tangent and chasing after half-cocked notions and beliefs. Pursue your highest calling by discovering your purpose. You should grab you some inspiration. endobj Just ask the people whose homes were destroyed by tornadoes a couple of weeks ago up in the Midwest. it is the hand of Love Divine that holds the knife, I am the vine. It makes me wonder, do you think God grieves as he prunes us to be strong disciples of Jesus Christ? Dont go it alone. endobj In his work "Identity: Discover Who You Are and Live A Life Of Purpose,"T.D. )MOB7G;?M2{5X{EO&.qz\Bf/2 A03Sw-i0IIITwYkrxj2PmV@ZFL9Sie}sA@|dOHQOF*ExR %FznLeh861-.HA jFqnD@u?P>qI {aKM[j_Ke3sYw$Ku%8MjIxmW:R+. Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. Open your Bible, if you will, to the fourth chapter of Galatians. People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them. "That is why we never give up. Evangelical/Non-Denominational, Vs. 6 Heard = is to be seeking to hear THAT answer not listening. blueashpresbychurch@gmail.com. Wait a minute preacher what if I name it and claim it and somebody else moves into it, Wait a minute preacher what if I interview for it and signed the papers and somebody else gets job. 12 Judges. Help me always to stay connected to You. And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the Lord doth man live. "Blessed is He who Comes in the Name of the Lord!" Ad te levavi, First Sunday in Advent St. Matthew 21:1-11 December 1 and 2, 2007 (Concordia Lutheran Church, Brockport, New York) You will see results soon. God uses the hardships of life to strengthen our faith and make us better disciples of Jesus Christ. And He will help you to live without it until its your time. "Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.". Try, One Small Change Will Energize Tomorrow's Sermon, Slow Down, Big Fellawhat A Motorcyclist Taught Me About Preaching, Spit-Shine Tomorrow's Sermon Before You Go To Bed Tonight. Let Gods Spirit flow through your veins and keep you strong and healthy through the various transitions of life we all experience. Abide in Me, and I in you. Gather your wine/juice and bread if you would like to partake in Communion. Isaiah says, the vineyard of Yahweh of Armies is the house of Israel. (Isaiah 5:7) In the Book of Jeremiah, the Lord says, Yet I had planted you a noble vine, wholly a right seed. (Jeremiah 2:21) Hosea writes, Israel is a luxuriant vine that puts forth his fruit. (Hosea 10:1) And in the words of the psalmist, You brought a vine out of Egypt. Lets take them one at a time. that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day" (2 Corinthians 4:16). We become uncomfortable when what we read raises questions or throws us for a loop. If you have been blessed by this sermon, we encourage you to check us out on our may media platforms listed below, God bless and stay safe!Website:https://p. I thought I knew something about grief and loss before Donnas death, but, until I experienced myself, I really didnt know the first thing at all. Dont lose your hope. Hold fast what you have, that no one may take your crown. Wait a minute! Because what God has for you is for you. Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Oct 16, 2022 (message contributor) Summary: Life is full of distractions. And so, the word to the wise is: STAY CONNECTED. 3 0 obj The years of her illness and death were the most God-awful years of my life. The big thing we were meant to do is coming! Your descendants will populate these hills and valleys like rain!. GET YOUR FOUR FREE SAMPLES! Once were cut off from the wellspring of Gods Spirit, we begin to wither and die. If you hold on to your hope you will rise again. God had come to him in the past in strange and wonderful ways. but he is a Jew who is one inwardly, Amen. You will find your reward. on April 23, 2022, Blue Ash & Montgomery Presbyterian CHURCHES joined hundreds of booths at Blue Ashs Earth Day Celebration at SummIT PARK. We are looking at this wonderful epistle, which emphasizes salvation by faith alone. Just because it is taped to a tree doesnt mean it is really connected to the tree. Hope says something good is going to happen to you. Session will continue to monitor the situation and make adjustments accordingly. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18. Enter your email address and we will send you a link to reset your password. Childerns Sermons Enduring Witness (May 16 - 22) Risen Christ, you prepare a place for us, in the home of the Mother-and-Father of us all. TRY SERMONWRITER! Copyright 2021 Blue Ash Presbyterian Church - All Rights Reserved. In From the Cross to Pentecost, Bishop T. D. Jakes shares a magnificent depiction of the "Greatest Love Story" ever toldthe love story between God and man.For those who've wondered about the relevancy of Jesus Christ's life, His death on the Cross, and His resurrection from the dead, this book can answer those questions once and for all.