Do you remember middle school lunch tables? Everyone knew exactly where they were allowed to sit. If you ever tried to sit in the “wrong” spot, it didn’t take long for you to be reminded, even with just a look. Today, Pastor Travis guides us to reflect on Luke 14 verses one and verses seven through fourteen, in which Jesus attends a dinner party and has some valuable lessons to provide along the way. Listen until the end to learn how today’s Gospel can be an antidote to society’s status anxiety.
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