Sunday School 9:15 AM

In the winter edition of the Key Life publication, Bible teacher Steve Brown wrote:
"Jesus gives us bad news...being good is really important. Then it gets worse. Not only is being good really important, it's also important that we not screw around with what's important. Then it gets even worse. He says, "You're a lot worse than you think you are." That did it for me. And I started to walk away. Jesus called after me and said, "Don't run until you hear the good news." Then he said, "My grace, my forgiveness, and my love are a lot bigger than you think they are." I've been hanging out with him ever since. You Think About That."

Well, I have been thinking about that, praying about that, and searching the Scriptures about that. I had never heard the Gospel explained quite like that, but Steve heard it right. And that last statment from Jesus: "My grace, my forgiveness, and my love are a lot bigger than you think they are." WOW! The more I investigate this statement, the more amazed I am at the depth God goes to have a relationship with me - with you - with everyone He has created in His image. These gifts of mercy, grace, forgiveness, and love are ours from God whose care for us is without limit and result in a radical freedom to not only walk with God, but to dance with Him too, I encourage you to take some time and "Think About That."

Lord, we thank You for all the love that has been given us; for the love of family and friends, and above all Your love poured out upon us in every moment of our lives in steadfast glory. Forgive the many times we have disappointed those who love us, we have failed them and by failing them we have failed You. Lord, have mercy on us. Teach us Your own constancy in love, Your humility, selflessness and generosity. Oh Lord, teach us how to love. Amen.

St. Peter's is sponsoring a multifamily yard and food sale at The Coach House, 13708 National Pike, on Saturday, May 19th from 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM.