2019 - 10 - 06 The Communion Of Saints - People We Don't Get To Choose The Rev Cindy Blakely.WAV

This sermon by the Rev. Cindy Blakely was given at Greenfield Presbyterian Church, Berkley, MI. Based on Scripture taken from the New Revised Standard Version of the Holy Bible. Hebrews 12:1-2 The Example of Jesus 12 Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight and the sin that clings so closely,[a] and let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us, 2 looking to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith, who for the sake of[b] the joy that was set before him endured the cross, disregarding its shame, and has taken his seat at the right hand of the throne of God. Footnotes: [a] Hebrews 12:1 Other ancient authorities read sin that easily distracts [b] Hebrews 12:2 Or who instead of 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 Final Greetings and Benediction 11 Finally, brothers and sisters,[a] farewell.[b] Put things in order, listen to my appeal,[c] agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you. 12 Greet one another with a holy kiss. All the saints greet you. 13 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of[d] the Holy Spirit be with all of you. Footnotes: [a] 2 Corinthians 13:11 Gk brothers [b] 2 Corinthians 13:11 Or rejoice [c] 2 Corinthians 13:11 Or encourage one another [d] 2 Corinthians 13:13 Or and the sharing in