Weekly Reminders
Sunday, July 20, 2025
"Who Needs Forgiveness?"
Luke 7:36-8:3, NIV
Pastor John Donaldson
In August of 1905 the Daily News (An English newspaper founded by Charles Dickens) asked this age old question, “What is wrong with the world?” In response, G.K. Chesterton, who held Dickens in high regard, submitted a short essay, which included this powerful section:
“In one sense, and that the eternal sense, the thing is plain. The answer to the question, “What is Wrong?” is, or should be, “I am wrong.”
Chesterton goes on to say that “original sin belongs to all ages” and to make progress we need to be willing to first acknowledge our own lostness. It makes me wonder, how much do we acknowledge our own need for God’s forgiveness? In his letter to the churches, the Apostle John emphasized that not only do we all need grace, but that grace can be found by all.
“If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:8-9, NIV)
Join us for worship this Sunday as we consider a story of Jesus’ grace, from Luke 7:36 – 8:3.
Blessings,
Pastor John
“In one sense, and that the eternal sense, the thing is plain. The answer to the question, “What is Wrong?” is, or should be, “I am wrong.”
Chesterton goes on to say that “original sin belongs to all ages” and to make progress we need to be willing to first acknowledge our own lostness. It makes me wonder, how much do we acknowledge our own need for God’s forgiveness? In his letter to the churches, the Apostle John emphasized that not only do we all need grace, but that grace can be found by all.
“If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:8-9, NIV)
Join us for worship this Sunday as we consider a story of Jesus’ grace, from Luke 7:36 – 8:3.
Blessings,
Pastor John
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Do you have a question about Christianity or the Bible? Is there something you have always wondered about and you would like to hear addressed in a sermon? If so, email your question to the Pastor at john@elbertonfmc.com.
Sunday School Classes
A great way to go deeper in your faith is to participate in a Sunday School Class! This summer we have available a children’s class and three adult classes. The Mary Freeman Class and Cross Talk both use the Wesley Adult Bible Series, which is looking at the Nature of the Church on 7/20, and Jesus’ Teachings on Prayer on 7/27. The Standing Stones Class meets upstairs and is continuing to work through CS Lewis’ book, The Screwtape Letters. Middle & High School kids interested in Sunday School, jump in with the adults this summer! Classes meet from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. All are welcome!
Do you have a question about Christianity or the Bible? Is there something you have always wondered about and you would like to hear addressed in a sermon? If so, email your question to the Pastor at john@elbertonfmc.com.
Sunday School Classes
A great way to go deeper in your faith is to participate in a Sunday School Class! This summer we have available a children’s class and three adult classes. The Mary Freeman Class and Cross Talk both use the Wesley Adult Bible Series, which is looking at the Nature of the Church on 7/20, and Jesus’ Teachings on Prayer on 7/27. The Standing Stones Class meets upstairs and is continuing to work through CS Lewis’ book, The Screwtape Letters. Middle & High School kids interested in Sunday School, jump in with the adults this summer! Classes meet from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. All are welcome!
Christmas Cantata Kickoff
Anyone interested in participating in the Christmas Cantata is invited to attend the kickoff on August 9th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church. The Cantata is titled “Let the Whole World Sing.”
Anyone interested in participating in the Christmas Cantata is invited to attend the kickoff on August 9th from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of First Baptist Church. The Cantata is titled “Let the Whole World Sing.”
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