Mark 1:4-11
John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. And people from the whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem were going out to him, and were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins. Now John was clothed with camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. He proclaimed, “The one who is more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy to stoop down and untie the thong of his sandals. I have baptized you with water; but he will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.”
In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. And a voice came from heaven, “You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.”
Thanks for helping to find a way to live with this. So much…..Mary Howe
Pastor Maureen. I was hanging on every word of your sermon. I admit it is challenging for me personally to open my heart to people who I don’t agree with. But the charge to remember to whom you belong is critical. Thanks so much. And so great to see Rich! Thanks for reading! And thanks to the church for supporting such a great foundation like the Michael Steven Boyd Foundation. And for the opportunity to help out. Peace! Jana