Mother's Day: You are Loved - Penny Leutton

Ever wondered what it's like to grow up knowing God is real but not quite knowing how to make it official? Our guest speaker Penny, takes us on a journey through her story, complete with big feelings, and the kind of honesty that makes you feel like you're having a coffee with a friend.   She opens up about being that kid who desperately wanted someone to ask if she wanted to become a Christian (spoiler: someone finally did), and how a kind woman named Aunty Jenny faithfully showed up week after week to disciple a completely silent nine-year-old. But this isn't just a sweet childhood story—it's about discovering that God wants to be part of our whole lives, not just an insurance policy against hell. The message takes a vulnerable turn as she shares about losing her brother at 16 and experiencing Jesus sitting with her in grief. She doesn't shy away from the hard stuff—spiritual warfare, tragedy, big questions, but points us back to the truth that God's love is bigger than anything we face. Whether you're waiting to be asked, using God as a safety net, battling the enemy, or walking through grief, this message reminds us that we're invited into God's family—not because we deserve it, but because that's just how much He loves us. **Bible Verses mentioned in the message:** 1 John 3:1 John 3:16 CONNECT WITH RIVERLIFE CHURCH HERE ATInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverlifebaptistchurchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiverlifeBaptistChurchWebsite: https://riverlifechurch.org.au