The text for our message this morning comes from the 4th chapter of Paul’s letter to the Church at Philippi, the 4th chapter, the 4th through the 7th verses. Hear the word of the Lord. Rejoice in the Lord always. "Again I say, rejoice. Let all men know your forbearance, the Lord is at hand. Have no anxiety about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God. And the piece of God which passes all understanding will keep your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Let us pray.
Come Holy Spirit, heavenly dove, with all your quickening powers. Come shed abroad a Savior’s love and that will quicken ours. Amen.
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