This weekend, we commemorate Reformation Sunday by hearing again the good news Paul proclaims in Romans 3:28 “For we hold that a person is justified by faith apart from works prescribed by the law.”
As we continue talking about stewardship over the next few weeks, remember that God’s love for you does not depend on what you give, or on anything you do. The good news of grace is that everything depends on what God has done for you. Jesus has died for you. Your sins are forgiven, and it’s all a gift. You don’t need to earn it. Have faith and trust in God’s salvation and love for you!
In response to God’s incredible love and amazing grace, we follow what Jesus called the greatest commandment: Love the Lord your God with all that you are, and love your neighbor as yourself—the rest is all fine print. Our call is to share the love God has first given us.
Today's scripture readings are Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18; Psalm 90:1-6, 13-14; Romans 3:19-28a; and Matthew 22:34-36.
Learn more about Christ the King Lutheran Church in Port Washington and Living Hope Lutheran in Saukville, Wisconsin at https://www.livinghopesaukville.org/ or https://ctkport.org/.
