First Presbyterian Church

SUNDAY'S sermon

May 9, 2021 (Mother's Day)

We saw the many facets of Jesus’ greatness last week in the first 4 verses of this letter. This week, a little bit like the question of authorship that nobody is sure of, there are a few different reasons biblical scholars believe the writer of Hebrews goes after angels early and intensely. And what is God’s Word saying about how Jesus compares to angels? There’s NO comparison! Jesus is WAY “Greater Than” the angels.

For Journey Through the Bible this week, we continue learning more about Paul.

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Scripture Reading: Hebrews 1:3-14 (NRSV)

Children's Message: Janet Young, Executive Director of Church-wide & Children's Ministries

Music:

All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name!

Edward Perronet | John Rippon | Oliver Holden

Played by John Howard, Director of Music & Worship Arts

No One Higher

Heath Balltzglier | Seth Condrey | Steve Fee

sixsteps Songs | Worship Together Music | Seth Condrey Music

Played and sung by Josh James, Interim Contemporary Worship Leader

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Sermon Series starting May 2

greater than

A three month series covering the entire book of Hebrews meant to help us connect more clearly with Christ. If we are to be "Rooted in Jesus" it is of great importance that we have more clarity regarding His greatness, glory and work on our behalf. We must also remember that Jesus' earliest followers were facing difficulties - persecution and pressures from inside and outside the Church. They were tempted to meet together less often, drift away from a faith centered in Christ, and neglect the "love and good deeds" which reflect God's truth.

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Greater Than Scripture readings

Sunday, May 2: Hebrews 1:1-3
Sunday, May 9: Hebrews 1:4-14
Sunday, May 16: Hebrews 2:1-18
Sunday, May 23: Hebrews 3:1-19
Sunday, May 30: Hebrews 4:1-13
Sunday, June 6: Hebrews 4:14-5:10
Sunday, June 13: Music Ministry Sunday
Sunday, June 20: Hebrews 5:11-6:20
Sunday, June 27: Hebrews 7:1-28
Sunday, July 4: Hebrews 8:1-13
Sunday, July 11: Hebrews 9:1-28
Sunday, July 18: Hebrews 10:1-39
Sunday, July 25: Hebrews 11:1-40
Sunday, August 1: Hebrews 12:1-29
Sunday, August 8: Hebrews 13:1-25

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