It’s Passover Week
the highest celebration in the Jewish Year.
Paul’s Initial Gains:
Jewish Laws
Observances
Achievements
Paul’s Later Gains:
Having Jesus,
Having the power of His resurrection,
Sharing in His sufferings.
Jesus’ Initial Gains:
Popularity
Power
Jesus’ Later Gains:
Death: His greatest gain over sin and hell.
Resurrection: His victory over death.
How about us?
Light in our darkness,
Hope in our struggles,
Gain in our losses.
Clay’s Story:
Losses and gains.
St. Paul, Jesus, and Clay teach us about losses and gains.
The Apostle Paul…: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose” (Romans 8:28).
We thank Pastor Bill Geis for presenting the message this morning, and we thank him for his years of faithful service as he enters retirement. Best of luck Pastor Geis!
On this Palm Sunday, we look at this pivotal week of Jesus ministry as Holy Week begins. Join us Thursday and Friday at 7PM, and come celebrate our Lord’s resurrection on Sunday, March 31st at 9:30. Our Guest Pastor this week is Rev Peter Kirby
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