While Pastor Matthew is on sabbatical from June 16 through July 31, six different speakers will discuss various ways to live as God’s children during the new sermon series “Living as Children of the Light.” The goal is to explore how to approach Jesus through meditation, joyful singing, prayer, and living obediently. Additionally, there will be a focus on relaxation, refreshment, and renewal, similar to a summer vacation between school terms. Jesus said, “For a brief time still, the light is among you. Walk by the light you have so darkness doesn’t destroy you. If you walk in darkness, you don’t know where you’re going. As you have the light, believe in the light. Then the light will be within you and shining through your lives. You’ll be children of light.”

God calls us because we are his beloved. We don’t need to earn our way into Jesus’ favor, but we respond to the call to love others because we have been loved first. As we gather, 1 Peter 2:4-10 will help guide our hearts in worship.