The Lord our God is our refuge and our strength, a very present help in time of trouble. See Psalms 46.1. If God is for us, who can be against us? Romans 8.31. OLord, my God, in You I put my trust. Psalms 7.1. Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness. Matthew 6.33. Love the Lord your God all your heart, soul and mind and your neighbor as yourself. Matthew 22.37.

All have sinned and fall short of God’s glory, and the wages of sin is death. But the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus, the gospel of Christ is the power of God unto salvation. The gospel of Christ is our only defense against sin, and all the world needs to hear it! Disciples are obligated to spread it. Matthew 28.18-20.

Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12.2. We should never take these gospel words for granted. What a friend we have in Jesus, Let us always be thankful for His great sacrifice.

If ever we needed thee, my Jesus ‘tis now! My hope is built on nothing less. Take my hand precious Lord, lead me home where the gates swing outward never and I can be with You forever. AMEN.

Good Morning,  The gospel is like a fresh, mild, and cool air in the extreme heat of summer, a solace and comfort in the anguish of conscience. Martin Luther.