Proper 4, Pentecost 2, Ordinary Time 9
Lectionary Preaching Workbook
Seasonal Theme
The teaching and ministry of Jesus the Christ.
Theme For The Day
Jesus' teachings about building strong lives which can withstand the floods of life.
Old Testament Lesson
Genesis 6:11-22, 7:24, 8:14-9
The Great Flood
We now turn in Genesis to the account of the great flood. Perhaps a brief outline of the flood story will help:
1. The earth was corrupt and violent -- 6:11
2. God decides to start over with human kind -- 6:13
3. Noah is told to build a boat -- 6:14