Message from Pastor Jim 1/5/2026

Dear Friends,

One of the most freeing moments in the book of Acts comes when Peter finally says it out loud: “I truly understand that God shows no partiality.”

In other words, Peter realizes that God doesn’t play favorites.

This was a big moment for the early church—and it’s still a big moment for us. Peter discovers that God’s grace is wider than he imagined, reaching beyond familiar circles and comfortable boundaries. God was already at work in people Peter never expected to meet, let alone welcome.

Peter responds by doing something beautifully simple: he tells the story of Jesus. He speaks of Christ’s life, His goodness, His death, and His resurrection—and he reminds everyone that forgiveness and new life are offered to all who believe.

That’s still our calling today. Not to decide who belongs, but to bear witness. Not to guard the table, but to make room. Not to control God’s grace, but to trust it.

May we continue to be a church that reflects this good news—open-hearted, joy-filled, and confident that God’s love is always bigger than we think.

Grace and peace to you this week.

Pastor Jim