We are coming to the close of our fall sermon series, "Unshakable Hope." We've learned that when we stand on God's promises, we stand on solid ground. In times of weakness, God's Word provides strength. Fear is banished by peace. Depression crumbles while hope stands strong. In a time of such uncertainty in our world, unshakable hope is what we need the most. God gives that hope to us in great abundance.
Just before Jesus ascended into heaven He promised His disciples that they would receive Holy Spirit power to tell of His resurrection and His defeat of the devil and sin and death. When Pentecost came, the disciples were changed people. They fearlessly proclaimed the risen Christ despite threats of prison and death.The transformation is amazing and could have only come by God.
We have access to this power too. In baptism, our sins were washed away and we received the gift of the Holy Spirit. Through the work of the Spirit we believe in Jesus; such faith justifies us before the Father and we get the joy of witnessing the salvation of the Son for all those who believe. We do this faithfully remembering that God works the transformation from unbelief to faith. Our joy is to share and witness Jesus with those who need to know and believe in Him.
Come and hear more about this power God gives so that we can tell what we have seen and heard about Jesus. Worship with us today at 5 pm or tomorrow at 8, 9:30 or 11 am. Hope to see you at LICL!
