04/26/2026
Happy Sunday!
This morning, we look at Exodus 20:1-8, Mark 10:17-31, and Mark 10:35-45.
We talk about the idea of serving God and how it must be done freely and with the proper respect and attitude. Jesus said that He did not come to be served, but rather to serve. He could have came down and demanded everyone to kneel before Him. Instead, He came to heal, teach, inspire, guide, and forgive.
Then, we look at the story of this rich young ruler. As far as we can tell, he was a smart and compassionate man. He had a great life. He obeyed those commandments relating to how to treat others well, but he lacked something important... the first four commandments. His wealth was both his best tool and his crutch in life.
We remember that for the church to truly serve God, we must embrace His will, trust Him, let go of sin, and let go of those earthly crutches.
The church is not here to be a house for the perfect, but rather to be a sanctuary for the imperfect, to give them guidance and nourishment. We are all a part of that mission to spread the love and the message of Christ. Amen.