Subject: "A Reflection on Grace: Beyond Existence and Into Our Lives" (02/17/'24)

Subject: A Reflection on Grace: Beyond Existence and Into Our Lives Hey friends, I stumbled upon something truly inspiring and couldn't resist sharing it with you. It's a reflection on the nature of grace, something that transcends the very fabric of existence. Imagine the universe before time began, a canvas of nothingness. It was grace that painted the first stroke, bringing life where there was void, not with the authority of a master but with the tenderness of a creator. This grace, unlike anything we encounter in our daily struggles, isn't about building on what's already there but creating anew from a place of pure love and possibility. It's a reminder that, even when we feel tied down by our limitations, there's a form of grace that can free us, much like the light of the gospel that liberates and guides us away from confusion and towards clarity. What's fascinating is the idea that true grace reflects the essence of our being, challenging the superficial labels of right and wrong. It reminds me of the profound question, "Why do you call me good?", urging us to look beyond conventional judgments to find the real source of goodness and grace. This isn't just about the divine and the existential; it's about finding that infinite love in our lives, recognizing our true reflections in the vastness of grace. It's an invitation to journey beyond the known, into the heart of what it truly means to exist and to be embraced by grace. Thought you'd appreciate this little piece of wisdom. Let's chat about it sometime! Warmest, Pastor Steven G. Lee (February 17, 2024)