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Prayer of the Day
The Scripture Readings In the Gospel text Jesus tells the people gathered that they must consider the cost of being a follower. In essence, the call to live for Christ and share the Gospel is a challenging one. Jesus says, "Whoever does not carry the cross and follow me cannot be my disciple." We are the carriers of the "Christ light." Therefore, we are called to go into some dark places and illuminate them with the love of Christ. I must admit, this is not easy work, but it is God's work! Dr. John Perkins writes in his book "Beyond Charity," "If living for God is not a challenge, not a struggle, not a risk, if it does not require giving of one's self, then it becomes stagnant and lifeless." The cross that we are called to bear will cost us greatly. Luther says, "A religion that gives nothing, costs nothing, and suffers nothing, is worth nothing." Jesus never said this journey would be easy; however, he does promise that he will be with us through it all. It's worth it all!
Sermon title: Answering the Call
Education Hour at 9:45 a.m.Sunday School and Confirmation Sunday School Lite: An informal hour of movies and crafts.
GRACE CHURCH LIBRARY, near the Division Street entrance, has a wealth of resources for the adult education program and for other areas of interest. The library is staffed on Sundays from 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and is open for self-service during the week. |
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