2023_01_08_AM_"... Be Strong in the Grace ...

... that is in Christ Jesus" 2 Timothy 2:1 provides this morning's title.
Pastor Mike preaches verses 1-19 of this chapter, and references Psalm 66 to emphasize a need for integrity for the Father to hear us.

Verse 3 encourages us to "endure hardness as a good soldier of Jesus Christ". We are members of a team.

As we all pray for Damar Hamlin's continued MIRACULOUS recovery, Pastor notes that Damar's first written comment after regaining consciousness was concern for his team's victory. Team takes priority over self!

Well said for all of us.

To paraphrase how Pastor preached verse 14: We should be mindful that our words have power, and start each day with POSITIVE words of Praise, Thanksgiving, and Trust in God's Fidelity - and have Faith. 'Semper Fi', Pastor!