July 28, 2024 – Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

The Rainbow Covenant: God's Enduring Promise of Grace

The rainbow stands as a powerful symbol of God's enduring covenant. In Genesis, God established this covenant with Noah, promising never again to destroy the earth by flood. This promise, initiated and guaranteed by God alone, extends to all creation and generations. The rainbow serves as a golden thread connecting God's promise to never destroy the world again through a flood to His gracious plan of salvation through Christ. Just as the rainbow appears after the storm, Jesus emerged victorious over sin and death, fulfilling God's ultimate covenant of grace. As we gather for worship, may the rainbow remind us of God's faithfulness, His unmerited favor, and the assurance we have in His unchanging promises, regardless of life's storms.