Worship, Preaching, Singing, Praying, Listening to the Word of God

Service 7 June 2026

Matthew 9:9-13, 18-23 : Jesus’ call to the tax collector, His healing of the unclean woman, and His raising of the dead girl reveals a ministry that breaks social and religious boundaries. What seemed beautiful to modern readers was shocking in Jewish society. Jesus chose mercy over sacrifice, creating space for the outcast to encounter God. Like the widow of Zarephath and David in the cave, God meets people in desperate places and brings new life. Christian life begins in this mercy, where sinners become disciples, suffering turns to joy, and death gives way to life. Jesus calls, heals, and raises us into true life.