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your faith enlivens your spirit and engages your mind as we celebrate God’s
love and healing for the world with the resurrection of Christ, our Risen Lord.

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READ THE SERMON

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Rev. Denise Clark-Jones

“BIRTH PAINS”

Today’s Scripture readings address both the pain of barrenness and the hope of new creation. We hear the story of Hannah, the mother of the prophet Samuel. She is “provoked” by her husband’s other wife who scorns her infertility. In compassion, the Lord answers Hannah’s prayer and she conceives a son, who she dedicates to the Lord. In Hebrews, the author explains the authority of Jesus alone to forgive sins. At the end of time, Jesus’ resurrection victory will be complete, as those who love him are gathered into the joy of new creation as forgiven, healed, and restored children of God. In Mark’s Gospel, Jesus points towards the end times, describing the birth pangs of a world yearning to be free from sin, evil, and death. We are warned not to be led astray by false teachers, but to cling to Jesus for our redemption and healing.

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