“The Gospel According to Dogs” Sermon Series

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Whether you have been gone five days or five minutes, the tail is wagging as he eagerly greets you. When you’ve had a really rotten day, she is ready to love and comfort you. And, no matter how badly you behave, you are forgiven. Love, joy, loyalty, obedience – dogs have a lot to teach us. Whether you’re a dog-lover or not, please join us as we explore important lessons from scripture, demonstrated by man’s best friend, that bring us closer to God and one another.

BRING YOUR DOG TO WORSHIP!: “BLESSING OF THE DOGS” ON JUNE 7

On Sunday June 7, Asbury will have a blessing of the dogs in worship at both the 9:30 AM and 11 AM services as part of “The Gospel According to Dogs” sermon series. If you would like to bring your dog into the worship service to be blessed, make sure they are on a leash and can sit in the service.

THERAPY DOGS TO VISIT ASBURY ON JUNE 7 AND JUNE 14

INFORMATION ON THERAPY DOGS FROM THE ALLIANCE OF THERAPY DOGS WEBSITE

Researchers and experts agree that pets excel as therapeutic agents and that dogs are an antidote to depression. Studies have shown a decrease in both blood pressure and stress levels during therapy dog visits. A therapy dog can increase overall emotional well-being and stimulate the mind in dramatic ways. Other wonderful benefits include:

Bringing joy and laughter, even if for a short time.
Taking a person’s mind off of personal problems, aches, pains and worries.
Getting people to share their emotions and stories.
Giving a chance for people to communicate with others.
Lowering stress levels and blood pressure.
Rekindling warm memories of their pets.

MESSAGES

June 7, 2026 // The Steadfast Love of Dogs // Lamentations 3:22-24

The steadfast love of dogs teaches us several important lessons about God. God is always with you; he never leaves you or forsakes you. He is your comforter and your strength. And finally, God loves you more than you could possibly imagine or believe. And that love has the power to change your life, sustain your life, and to give you life.

June 14, 2026 // Seeing Ourselves in Our Dogs // Romans 7:14-15, 24

Just like dogs, we are all prone to wander and get into things we should not get into. The Gospel promises us that God wants to take us back. He searches for the lost, washes us clean, and makes us new. God has the capacity to heal the broken and he cares for those who have been hurt. And he has the ability to make us free and completely whole. He is our master who invites us to follow him and do his will. And when we do his will, we find our perfect peace. And he invites us to live a life of unabandoned joy.