September 18, 2022 (Pastor Kurbis) Luke 15:1-10 - "With Souls, We Don't Cut our Losses"

Throughout this series, "Wounds that Heal" we have seen that not all wounds are bad. The precise incision of a skilled surgeon wounds the patient, but only in order to cure him or her. In the same way, we often say that words cut us to the heart. Often, however, those sharp words can provide the healing wounds we need. Join us as we hear some of Jesus’ sharpest words for us – words that wound in order to heal. Today’s Focus: With a string of questions Jesus exposes the self-righteousness of our hearts. Self-righteousness is an attitude that causes us to be bitter and upset when those we judge unworthy are welcomed into Christ’s presence to be seated at his table. In response, Jesus shows us the joy that exists in heaven whenever one such sinner repents – and invites us to know and experience that joy with him.