Great Mercy – Part 1

Sunday Morning Service – March 15, 2026Text: 1 Peter 1:3–5Title: Great Mercy – Part 1Join us this Sunday morning as Pastor Dr. Ernest Groce begins a message titled “Great Mercy – Part 1” from 1 Peter 1:3–5. In these opening verses of Peter’s first epistle, we are reminded of the incredible mercy of God that brings salvation, hope, and assurance to every believer.Peter begins by blessing “the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,” who according to His abundant mercy has given us new birth. Salvation is not something earned by human effort or merit, but something freely given because of the great mercy of God. Through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, believers are given a living hope that reaches beyond the troubles and uncertainties of this present life.The Christian life is built upon this foundation of mercy and hope. Because Christ lives, believers have a hope that is alive and enduring. This hope is not based on changing circumstances or human strength, but on the finished work of Jesus Christ and the promises of God that never fail.In this message, we will begin exploring the richness of this passage and consider the mercy that God has shown toward sinners in providing salvation through His Son.This message will explore:• The abundant mercy of God that provides salvation• What it means to be “begotten again” or born again• The living hope believers have through the resurrection of Christ• How God’s mercy changes our perspective on life and eternityCome join us as we open God’s Word and begin looking at the wonderful mercy of God that gives believers new life and a living hope through Jesus Christ.