Pastor Verne preaching from 1 Thessalonians 2:1-4 on, “Speaking Hope Clearly.” The most necessary message all people must hear is the gospel of God. The great mission of the church is to speak the gospel of God clearly when the opportunity arises. Both the leaders and the people are partners together in this effort. Our godliness and Christlike character are to be displayed as a witness that we are followers of Jesus. We are then called to participate in the spreading of this message of love, mercy, and grace. May God speak to us as we gather to build and strengthen our partnership and participation in the gospel of God.