Conversion isn't an end in itself. It is supposed to lead us to contemplate the One who saved us

This Communion Sunday message examines the sin offering, especially the provision for when the high priest of Israel would sin, to show us that the whole Old Testament sacrificial system was designed to leaving us yearning for a better High Priest who can atone for our sins once and for all!

The sermon explores the biblical principle that the depth of one's love for Christ is directly proportional to the awareness of having been forgiven. Using the narrative of the sinful woman in Luke 7, it illustrates how recognizing the magnitude of personal sin and the completeness of divine pardon compels a grateful and intense response of love. Pastor McKinnon contrasts this with religious hypocrisy, emphasizing that all believers have been fully pardoned through Christ's sacrifice on the cross. By meditating on the cost of redemption and utilizing the Lord's Supper as a reminder, Christians are encouraged to cultivate a deeper affection for their Savior. Ultimately, the message calls both believers and unbelievers to acknowledge their sinfulness and place their faith in Jesus for salvation.

The sermon outlines a comprehensive framework for how believers should engage with Scripture, structured around three key areas: attitude, interaction, and response. It urges Christians to cultivate a heart of gratitude, love, and high esteem for the Bible, viewing it as more valuable than earthly treasures. Believers are called to actively read, meditate on, study, obey, and trust God's Word as the essential nourishment for spiritual growth and daily living. Furthermore, the message emphasizes the communal responsibility to share, speak, preach, teach, defend, and fight with the truth of Scripture in a fallen world. Ultimately, the text asserts that one's relationship with God is linked to their reverence for and obedience to His written Word.