Without you, Jesus doesn’t need to show up. Jesus showing up is to save and transform humanity and that includes each of us

Every story needs supporting characters in the story. Without them, people don’t get saved. Prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. How do we celebrate together?

When we lean into doubt we learn to decide what matters the most.

When we anticipate what will happen we bring others along to be a part of the journey.

Love isn’t just a feeling; it’s an action. Our faith is demonstrated through how we love others, especially those who are different from us.

God challenges Peter to break through cultural and religious barriers to bring the message of Jesus to Cornelius, a Gentile. This story illustrates that God’s love transcends all human divisions, and we are called to embrace and love those who are different from us, recognizing that God’s grace is for everyone.

Jesus shows us that no one is beyond the reach of His love. We are called to extend grace to those whom society labels as unworthy or untouchable.

Jesus teaches that how we treat the “least of these” is a direct reflection of our love for Him. We are called to recognize and serve those who are often overlooked or marginalized, showing them the love of Christ through our actions.

Jesus tells Pilate before he is crucified what his Kingdom is all about. Pilate wants the truth, can’t seem to see the truth, even though the truth is in front of him…literally. All he can see is his earthly kingdom and politics. He cared more about popularity and his job security than the truth. Some of you care more about your candidate and your party than you do the truth of Jesus and the Kingdom.

Jesus again says that “You have heard the law that says.” This time it is the law that says love your neighbor and hate your enemy. However, Jesus says love your neighbor and pray for your enemy. If we spend more time praying than hating…the world would be a better place.