June 22nd, 2025

Pastor Greg will deliver a sermon today on what is arguably the most widely recognized parable: the Good Samaritan. Often, when this parable is encountered, a crucial dialogue and profound truth conveyed at its conclusion are overlooked. Jesus instructs us on the essence of being a 'good neighbor,' a truth that the world desperately needs to witness actively demonstrated by His disciples and followers. As followers of Christ, we are called to embody a radical love and selfless service, a call echoed in the timeless words of the Micah Mandate found in Micah 6:8? The Good Samaritan parable is a vivid illustration of this mandate in action, urging us to look beyond conventional boundaries and extend compassion to those in need, regardless of their background or our preconceived notions. It challenges us to move beyond passive understanding and actively engage in the lives of others, demonstrating the transformative power of God's love through our tangible actions.