This marks my first Sunday at my new appointment to the Neoga Grace, Toledo, and Etna United Methodist Churches. As such, we have a look at “New Beginnings.” Today we discuss how we face change and how God helps us to move forward. Next week we will begin a six week series on Methodist roots.
Our scripture readings come from Isaiah 43:16-21; 2 Corinthians 5:16-21; and Mark 1:14-28.
Our series for Lent is Promise of Lent. Each week we look at the promises we are reminded of in Lent. The message for today is “Promise of New Beginnings” and is a look at how we are always given a new beginning in Christ. How do we reflect on the path to the cross during Lent? What is the promise that guides us? We follow Christ in the promise of Lent.