Us & Them: Mercy, Unity & Witness in Romans 11

"Be holy as I am holy," God tells Israel. However, holiness and distinction are not the goal. Rev. David Pileggi reminds us that Israel's call to holiness is for the sake of the nations. God's intention for human society is mutual love and service. Instead, we tend to split into groups of us and them, which results in self-satisfaction, self-righteousness, and domination. Paul knows that when the community of God lives as one "us," we prove the validity of the Gospel of Jesus Messiah. In his letter to the divided church in Rome, Paul points to how God's mercy to Israel should instruct us so that we can live a life of united worship and obedience before our God. Readings: Romans 11:1-2, 25-28; Matthew 15:10-28 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem