a spirit of hope - Poem by Raymond A. Foss

The Spirit within us
a spirit of hope
giving us power
to go out into the world

Believing in God’s promise
to redeem the whole world
sent out to be a message
of God’s love for each one

Bringing the good news
the hope for all mankind
the sacrifice of our Savior
to redeem your life and mine

To take on our sin
to bear our mortal stain
to rise with him to glory
to live with him again

June 9, 2011
extract of sermon: “I Promise. . .”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss:
“But in the resurrection, another of God’s promises is fulfilled. . .
the promise of the Holy Spirit for all who believe. . .
a spirit of power and might. . . a spirit of strength. . .
a spirit of peace. . . a spirit of hope.”
Acts 1:3-11 (God’s Word Bible)
Luke 24:44-53 (The Message Bible)
John 14:1-3
Zephaniah 3:17
Psalm 34:8
Worship Theme: “God’s Promises”
and sermon: “I Promise. . .”
by Pastor Ruth L. Foss
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Suncook United Methodist Church
Suncook, NH
June 5, 2011
Seventh Sunday of Easter
Ascension Sunday

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