Sunday, June 16  TRINITY SUNDAY

Christ, Mediator of the New Covenant

Hebrews 9:11-22 NRSV

For this reason, he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, because a death has occurred that redeems them from the transgressions under the first covenant. (Hebrews 9:15)

We are people of the new covenant. Redeemed, forgiven, freed. No longer bound by the old covenant. Ain’t that good enough news?  Praise God, Creator, Redeemer, Sustainer!

Saturday, June 15

Christ, the Final Sacrifice for Sin

Hebrews 9:23-28 NRSV

(H)e would have had to suffer again and again since the foundation of the world. But as it is, he has appeared once for all at the end of the age to remove sin by the sacrifice of himself. (Hebrews 9:26)

Christ sacrificed himself to set us free from the prison of sin. Move forward!

In keeping with our 2018-2019 Connectional Theme, “Environmental Justice,” we will focus on specific prayer and action points on the topic of Fracking throughout this month.

Pray that the state of California will be spared from plans to expand the practice of fracking in that state.

Pray for resources to be made available that governments could invest in environmentally-friendly alternative sources of energy and rely less on fracking, and strike a balance between economic and environmental concerns.

Initiate an “Environmental Justice” column in your church’s newsletter, eblast, or social media to share information and spread awareness on the practice of fracking and other topics.

Friday, June 14

The Time Has Come

Hebrews 9:1-10 NRSV

This is a symbol of the present time, during which gifts and sacrifices are offered that cannot perfect the conscience of the worshiper. (Hebrews 9:9)

Something in your heart preventing you from wholehearted giving and offering praises to God? Ask God to release you.

Thursday, June 13

Entering the Sanctuary by Jesus’ Blood

Hebrews 10:19-25 NRSV

Therefore, my friends, since we have confidence to enter the sanctuary by the blood of Jesus… let us approach with a true heart in full assurance of faith. (Hebrews 10:19, 22a)

Hallelujah! Thank you, Jesus! We have full access. Hallelujah!

Wednesday, June 12

Redeemed and Purified

Titus 2:11-15 NRSV

He it is who gave himself for us that he might redeem us from all iniquity and purify for himself a people of his own who are zealous for good deeds. (Titus 2:14)

Just as Jesus was created for a very special purpose, God gifted you to be used in some area of service. God made you uniquely to fulfill that purpose. Go for it!