What We Treasure (Matthew 6.19-21, 13.44-46)

Sermon by: Kathy Larson - August 18, 2013
Text:Matthew 6:19-21; 13:44-46; Psalm 19:7-10

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:: Some Music Used 
Gathering Music: "I Will Wait Patiently for the Lord" (African Choir)
Hymn of Praise: "May Jesus Christ Be Praised"
Song of Praise: "Praise God, Praise God" (led by African Choir)
Word in Music: "I Will Exalt Thee, My God and King" (African Choir)
Offering of Music: "Hold on Fast" (African Choir)
Hymn of Sending: "Give Me Jesus" (traditional spiritual)
Choral Sending: "Hallelujah!" (African Choir)

:: Some Visuals Used
Prelude: Video* on Matthew 6:19-21


Artwork by Susan Slade

:: Sermon Manuscript
This "manuscript" represents an early draft of the sermon, not used in the service. Nevertheless, if you'd prefer to read than to listen, this is provided for that purpose.

“But store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where neither moth nor rust destroys, and where thieves do not break in and steal; for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

~Matthew 6:20-21

There is no manuscript for August 18.