Soul Freedom

We look forward to joining you in Worship this Sunday, starting at 11:00AM in the Sanctuary.  You can also find our services online at the HVBC YouTube Channel.   Today’s sermon is titled, “Soul Freedom”.  We will be reading from Matthew 16:13-23, and our Call to Worship comes from Psalm 138.

Call to Worship Psalm 138:1-3, 6-8
Leader: I give you thanks O Lord, with my whole heart;
People: Before the gods I sing your praise;
Leader: I bow down towards your holy temple
People: And give thanks for your steadfast love and faithfulness;
Leader: For you have exalted your name and word above everything.
People: On the day I called, you answered me, you strengthened by soul.
Leader: For though the Lord is high, he regards the lowly;
People: But the haughty he perceives from far away.
Leader: Though I walk in the midst of trouble,
People: You preserve me against the wrath of my enemies.
Leader: The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me;
People: Your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.

Questions for Further Reflection:

In today’s passage, Peter confesses that Jesus is the Messiah.
Who were the people comparing him to?
And why does Peter’s confession make such a big difference?