Our world needs a different way of relating. We are divided, fractured, and polarized. We are quick to Tweet and slow to listen. Our dealings with one another are dominated by one-upmanship and pay-backs. We strive to gain the upper hand. Our world needs a different way of relating.
Over the next three
weeks, we’re focusing on each statement of CLPC’s mission. This week we
examined what it means to “Embrace Every Person.” For us, at CLPC, this means
relating to one another and the world in the other-worldly way of the Kingdom
of God. Romans 12:9-21 paints a picture of human relationships
governed by the love of Christ. “Embrace Every Person” means first, that I am
embraced in the grace and love of Christ. Secondly, it means I embrace others
in the body of Christ with that same grace and love. And thirdly, it means I
embrace my co-workers, business associates, classmates, friends, and even my
enemies(!), with the same grace and love with which I have been embraced. If
you missed Sunday’s message you can listen to it here, or watch the entire service on our YouTube channel.
Yours for Christ,
Pastor Steve
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